The Holidays are here, and I have baking on my mind. The month of December takes me back to my childhood when my Mother had those wonderful tins filled with cookies like above The rum balls (we call them truffles now) seven layer bars, and every sinful treat you could think of were the magic of Christmas! My mind also goes to my two loves, "Mr. and Ms. Shop This," who both have December birthdays. So there are two special cakes to be made in my future. Time to get baking! Enjoy these yummy recipes and great gifts for bakers.
{Gluten Free and Refined Sugar Free}
What a beautiful cake, and so different, too! Miss Shop This, what do you think, birthday worthy?
Tasse D'amour
Any baker worth their salt would just love experimenting with these special sugars. Choose from three fabulous flavors. An online exclusive at
Anthropologie
Oh Christmas Tree! What a fun project for the entire family. It isn't as hard as it looks. made from a perfect sugar cookie recipe.
She Knows
The cool surface of the marble, keeps dough from sticking. Both pieces make beautiful bakers gifts alone or paired together.
Sur La Table
Ahhh, memories! My Mom made coconut cake twice a year, at Christmas and at Easter. They were my favorites, and this cake looks so much like hers. It's a simple classic cake that is so delicious.
Southern Living
Said to be "insanely delicious," these candies are as pretty as can be. What a beautiful bite to have at the end of a meal or with your afternoon tea.
Heather Christo
The baker will love whipping egg whites in these beautiful bowls. In fact they are so good looking, they most likely never put them away.
Food52
One of my favorite things is pecan pie, so these bars are right up my alley. What a nice treat.
Food and Wine
I loved the sleek and classic look of this handcrafted walnut and corian stand. It is sturdy enough to hold as many layers as the baker wants to bake.
Food52
I make fudge as gifts every Christmas. Mine is delish, if I say so myself, but I plan on changing things up this year and try this recipe.
How Sweet Eats
The gold (well, copper) standard in stand mixers! It is a dream gift for any baker. Now on Sale at
Macy's
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Aren't these so fun? Christmas cookies are suppose to look like this. The recipe had me with the words "eggnog scented." Yum!
Half Baked Harvest
These are just beautiful! A cookie baker must have.
Sur La Table
Oh My! All we need is a roaring fire, a sheepskin rug, some brandy and these marshmallows! Well, maybe some hot cocoa, too.
Gourmet Traveller
What a stunning addition to any dessert table. This recipe takes the cake! The peppermint decorations are meringue kisses. Sweet.
The Kitchen McCabe
This recipe is said to be very easy, so do get the kiddies involved in smooshing the centers with their thumbprints.
Foodie Crush
Treats will keep fresh and look fabulous in this glass jar with a hand-painted lid. Nicely priced!
Neiman Marcus
Sour Cream Cake Layers, Peppermint Cheesecake and White Chocolate Mousse Frosting: pure decadence!
My Recipes
A blissful combination of chocolate and mint with a little ganache thrown in for marvelous measure.
My Baking Addiction
Food is love. That's my motto, and this gift is for the baker who loves to prepare baked goods. It's a collection of fun finds, that anyone would love.
Dean and DeLuca
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