Mother’s Day Gifts for Moms Who Love to Cook

From utensils to coveted ingredients, gift mama some great chef's gear.

April 11, 2023

By: Samantha Lande

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Mom, Master Chef

If mom loves to spend her time in the kitchen, it’s a no-brainer to get her a gift that helps make her meals even more delicious. Whether it’s a new piece of gear or an ingredient to elevate any dish, these gifts are *chef’s kiss.*

Silpat Muffin Tray

If mom loves making muffins or cupcakes, this is the tray for her. The silicone in these Silpat trays makes it so easy to pop out perfect muffins every single time without worrying about liners or greasing the individual slots.

BUY IT: Amazon, $64.95

Dash Egg Bite Maker

You can skip the Starbucks run when it's this easy to make egg bites at home. In just 10 minutes you’ll have egg bites with your favorite mix-ins ready to go.

BUY IT: Target, $19.99

Wusthof Chef’s Knife

Every good cook needs a good chef’s knife — it’s the workhorse of the kitchen. If mom likes a pop of color in her tools, there are new colored handles to choose from.

BUY IT: Sur la Table, $170.00

KitchenAid Mixer

If mom does any baking, this KitchenAid mixer will make things so much easier. From baked good to breads and even fresh pasta or homemade whipped cream, this tool will allow mom to prep some amazing dishes and take her cooking to the next level.

BUY IT: Williams-Sonoma, $499.95

Fable Serving Spoons

These stunning spoons are perfect for serving salad or any dish at a dinner party. We have a feeling that compliments will fly as soon as these land in any bowl.

BUY IT: Fable, $90.00

Chef’s Life Trio Pack of Oils

You need a certain oil to cook this, a different oil to cook that, and a seperate one to drizzle. So why not get mom a set of oils that can do the trick for just about any dish. These oil blends are designed for everything from making dressings to sauteing and they tell you where to use each one.

BUY IT: Chef’s Life, $39.99

Immersion Blender

If you haven’t used an immersion blender, you are missing out. This handheld blender makes it so much easier to blend soups, dips, and sauces without needing to pour it into a different vessel (like a blender). Mom will love the ease of this tool.

BUY IT: Sur la Table, $129.95

Angry Mom Microwave Cleaner

If mom likes a clean kitchen, and the microwave has gotten a bit out of hand, she may just smile at this angry mom microwave cleaner. Simply fill with vinegar and water, microwave on high for seven minutes, and this angry mama will give you a clean microwave surface in no time.

BUY IT: Amazon, $6.99

Peugeot Saveurs Bistrorama Salt and Pepper Grinders

Style and purpose is always fun in the kitchen and these salt and pepper grinders deliver. Not only do they do their job grinding peppercorns and salt, they come in really fun colors like candy pink or yellow saffron for a fun pop of color to any table.

BUY IT: Peugeot: $78.00

I Dream of Dinner So You Don’t Have To

Even if mom loves to cook, there are always those dreaded "what’s for dinner?" conversations and sometimes you just run out of ideas. This cookbook by Ali Slagel is all about flexible recipes that you can add your own twist to or pivot if you’re out of an ingredient. It’ll help mom expand her repertoire and save her time meal planning.

BUY IT: Amazon, $19.79

Hestan Culinary Classic Roaster with Rack

For chicken, turkey, and roasts, it’s always good to have a classic roaster to make things easier. This one by Hestan is oven and broiler safe up to 600 degrees. It has ergonomic handles that make it seamless to move straight to the table with ease.

BUY IT: Hestan Culinary, $127.96

Essential Spice Collection

A kitchen stocked with a good variety of spices is a happy one. Whether you are starting from scratch or it's been too long since you’ve checked the expiration dates on those jars, a new set of spices is always a great gift. This collection comes with all the essentials — granulated garlic, ginger, thyme, oregano, and more for limitless tasty dishes.

BUY IT: The Spice House, $138.00

King Arthur Baking School Virtual Classes

If mom wants to hone in a bit more on her cooking skills, why not get her a gift card to attend a virtual baking class from King Arthur? She can learn everything from baguettes to empanadas, French macaroons, and perfect pizza.

TRY IT: King Arthur Baking, Price Varies

Cookbook and Utensil Caddy

Moms are the ultimate multitaskers so why shouldn’t their kitchen tools be as well? This caddy doubles as a utensil holder and cookbook stand so mom can have everything she needs right at her fingertips.

BUY IT: Mudpie, $49.00

Maui Nui Venison Starter Box

For those that love to cook, it’s always fun to experiment with new ingredients. This box is filled with venison from Hawaii and comes with ground venison, leg medallions, and another beautiful cut to experiment with.

BUY IT: Maui Nui, $195.00

Trio of Knives + Stand

A frequent cook can never have too many knives. This trio of knives complete with a modern stand is a pretty and useful addition to any kitchen.

BUY IT: Material Kitchen, $225.00

Foodsaver Vacuum Sealer

With lots of cooking comes lots of leftovers. This vacuum sealer preserves food for longer which means it takes care of leftovers, meal prep, and anything you put in the freezer.

BUY IT: Amazon, $177.69

Le Creuset Stoneware Shallow Covered Baker

Le Creuset is a beaut in any kitchen and this shallow square baker may not be one she already has. It’s the perfect vessel for mac and cheese, cornbread, casseroles, and anything you can dream up. It’s freezer, oven, microwave and broiler safe making it super versatile.

BUY IT: Williams-Sonoma, $115.00

Zwilling Digital Scale

A digital scale does so much in the kitchen, you’ll wonder how you survived without one. From measuring coffee to getting precise measurements for baked goods or making sure all of your cookie balls are even, the scale will amp up any good home cook’s repertoire.

BUY IT: Williams-Sonoma, $49.95

Cuisinart Belgian Waffle Maker

Belgian waffles don’t have to remain an out-to-breakfast treat, you can make them easily in your home kitchen with this waffle maker. Its non-stick surface helps make less of a mess. The sky's the limit — first comes Belgian waffles, next comes hashbrown waffles.

BUY IT: Crate&Barrel, $59.95

Retro Four Slice Toaster

A toaster may not seem like an exciting gift but if mom loves the retro look, this four slice toaster will certainly add a little pizazz to the countertop. The style may be classic but there are modern touches like a reheat button and larger slots for bagels and thick cut toast.

BUY IT: Anthropologie, $89.99

Ceramic Berry Basket

Just a fun little way to brighten up your storage and put your berries on full display. These cute little ceramic baskets are perfect for storing berries or other small fruits. They are dishwasher safe and so easy to clean.

BUY IT: Anthropologie, $16.00

Bread Making Kit

Bread making wasn’t just for COVID lockdown. If mom loves making fresh baked bread, this kit is for her. It comes with everything she might need — a proofing bowl, various scrapers, and blades to make the most perfect loaf.

BUY IT: Sur la Table, $49.95

Dreamfarm Pizza Scissors

Cutting hot pizza can be a drag with cheese going everywhere. If mom makes homemade pizza (or even orders delivery!) these pizza scissors are designed to keep all of your toppings intact while you slice. Once you are done, pick up the piece with the scissors — it doubles as a serving spatula.

BUY IT: Amazon, $27.33

Cheese Grotto

If you use a wine fridge to properly store your wine, you might as well use a cheese fridge to properly store your cheese. This cheese grotto not only looks nice, it keeps your cheese at the optimal temperature and can store up to two pounds of cheese.

BUY IT: Cheese Grotto, $125.00

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