Got a mini foodie on your list? From toddlers to college students, here are the top-rated, most eco-friendly, safest, cutest, most encouraging gifts you can find online. Everything is easy to clean and designed to boost any child’s love of good food–especially when they make it themselves.
Toddlers & Preschoolers
Adorable Aprons
$10
An apron not only saves your little chef’s clothes, but they also help kids transition into baking mode. These are two of my favorites (with the highest reviews):
My First Kids’ Baking Cookbook
$14
“Kid Chef Junior Bakes” is designed for kids 4+ to use with an adult. Every recipe has a photo plus you’ll find food facts, jokes and spaces to write who made each masterpiece together.
Baking Set
$28
This 30-piece kit is perfectly sized for tiny hands plus it’s BPA free and dishwasher safe.
Bamboo Cups
$13
From hot to cold, these cups can go in the dishwasher, freezer or microwave.
Cute Cutters
$9
When you make veggies look special, they’re more likely to be eaten! These can also slice cheese, cookies, biscuits and of course, the whole set is dishwasher-safe.
Super Safe Gloves
$11
Part knife shield, part pot holder, these gloves keep tiny hands safe from burns and cuts!
Cookie Scoop
The hardest part of baking cookies can be getting even amounts of dough onto the sheet pan. Problem solved! This is the one I have and it’s unbeatable.
Elementary Schoolers
BB-8 Timer
$20
That’s right, a Star Wars timer with lights and sounds from the films.
Kid-Safe Knife & Grater Set
$46
Made in France, this 3-piece kids’ knife set includes a 2-part finger guard–and it’s dishwasher-safe.
Tiny Tea Set
$76
I’m telling you, nothing boosts kids interest in manners or trying new things like a tea party! This boxed set is dishwasher and microwave safe.
Batman Cookie Cutters
$7
Send the bat signal with this set of 3 Batman cookie cutters.
Apron with Dapper Chef’s Hat
$13
With an adjustable strap, this 100% cotton soft fabric is machine washable, because I’m not insane. #momof4
Baking Made Easy–and Yummy
With 55 recipes for kids ages 8 and up, “Super Simple Baking for Kids” will keep them busy all year long. Cookies and cakes, pretzels and pizza bread, it’s all in there–and it’s all delicious!
Special Shapes
$9
Place these dishwasher-safe silicone liners inside any muffin tin and kiss your non-stick cooking spray goodbye. Plus: you’ll get adorable shapes.
Chocolate Frog Molds
Perfect for the Hogwarts fan, these are genuine Harry Potter labeled chocolate frog molds designed to create a little magic in your very own kitchen.
$25
Surprise Me Mugs
$16
Drink all your homemade hot chocolate to see the 3-D miniature at the bottom of these cups!
Stainless Rainbow Straws
$9
If your kids love straws for things like smoothies, these reusable metal designs will are ideal. Dishwasher safe, with cleaning brushing and a carrying case, you’re set.
Cookie Baking Kit
$33
Think Blue Apron for kids! All the dry ingredients you need come pre-measured with easy-to-read instructions.
Pretty Piggie
$9
Nothing to see here but a pig whisk that would reduce my kids to a melted puddle of “ooooooh!”
A Forever Lunchbox
$80
Made of stainless steel, Planetbox lunch boxes are free of lead, PVC, phthalates and BPA materials. They’re the one-piece, use-it-every-day-for-years, easy-to-clean, makes-food-look-good lunch box everyone loves.
Middle Schoolers
Emoji Pancakes
$24
Make 7 emoji smile pancakes at a time!
Llama Llama Apron
$30
Perfect fit for tweens, this 100% cotton apron features a llama print and pink grosgrain ribbon.
Let’s Make a Pizza Pie!
$15
“Pizza School” includes simplified recipes for homemade dough, gluten-free dough and deep dish pies plus dozens of toppings from BBQ to chocolate!
Pizza Cooking Set
$28
The perfect gear for new pizza chefs to be successful in the kitchen.
Measuring Meows
$13
Here we have some ceramic cat measuring spoons, because SO. DANG. CUTE!
Bear Claws
$20
Grizzly bear pot holders with silicone pads. Grrr.
Mary Poppins Tea Set
$46
Even tweens love something cute–and it doesn’t hurt to be stylish and clever–like this dishwasher & microwave safe tea set for two.
Scary Strainer
$18
This dishwasher-safe monster makes a mean pasta and he’s also BPA-free.
Breakfast of Super Heroes
$20
Captain America waffles, coming right up! Every waffle comes with the shape of a star on top.
Teens
The Essential College Cookbook
$13
This lovely little book has tons of simple recipes for new cooks on a budget plus super smart tips every cook should know.
Cake Decorating Set
$21
If there’s a Nailed It! fan on your list, this is the kit for them. #fundantballs
Reusable Straw Keychain
$9
These collapsible metals straws come in half a dozen colors and include a tiny brush for cleaning.
Rainbow Blades
$20
Cuisinart’s 12-piece stainless steel knife set comes with a lifetime warranty, the perfect starter set.
Making Sushi in Style
$30
Learn the art of rolling sushi with handcrafted sushi making tools.
Anti-Plastic Storage Bags
$13
Stocking stuffer alert for all eco-friendly cooks! This reusable set will last a college student for years.
True Blue Pan Set
$100
For cooks just starting out, these stovetop pans are non-toxic die-cast aluminum body with a nonstick ceramic coated surface that heats quickly and evenly and releases food easily with no scraping.
Bob Ross Waffle Maker
$40
Make happy little waffles!
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