Food, Holidays

Unique Bakeware for Uncommonly Beautiful Desserts

Unique Dessert Baking Tools

During the cozy months I find myself drawn to the kitchen even more than usual. A quiet little rhythm of weekend baking seems to have sprung up around here and I’m not mad about it at all!

As I watch sugar and butter slowly cream together, or inhale that first touch of fragrant browning cookies telling me they’re done, I can’t help but to think about all the beautiful events coming up to bake for! And don’t we all want to make those gatherings a little more special than usual? Most people I’ve talked to are excited to break out some new recipes for Thanksgiving this year, or revamp an old favorite Christmas cookie recipe to make it look as good as it tastes.

Are you looking to elevate your cookies, cakes, and pies this holiday season, too? Then I simply offer the following: a considered collection of unique baking tools from small businesses to help you craft uncommonly beautiful desserts! (With no affiliate links or sponsorships, mind you.)

So enjoy finding your next favorite thing among these gorgeous offerings. Oh, and show me what you created by tagging me on Instagram @giles_south!

Stained Glass Bundt Pan

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Photo courtesy of Nordicware. Used with Permission

Can you even imagine this beauty on your Thanksgiving table? The Stained Glass Bundt Pan from Nordic Ware transforms a simple cake batter into a statement. Just make sure to grease the pan well before baking!

French Earthenware Bundt Pan

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Photo curtesy of Le Passe Brocante. Used with permission.

Gorgeous sitting on the counter or in use, this vintage French Bundt Pan from Le Passe Brocante is such a pretty addition to the kitchen. It’s that perfect balance of refined and rustic, and I’m in love with it.

Cookie Stamps

I used these cookie stamps to dress up gingerbread cookies last year and everyone commented on how cool they looked! This is the “Geo” pattern, but they also come in everything from snowflakes to swirls. Made from hardwood and cast aluminum, these stamps will last forever!

Fall Hand Pie Molds

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Aren’t these the cutest? These hinged mini-molds make quick work of your little pies, freeing you up to enjoy the beautiful weather. Bake or fry, your choice, then head out on a picnic in an apple orchard with a basket of these autumnal hand-pies to celebrate the cozy season with!

Embossing Rolling Pins

Christmas Sweater Pattern

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Photo curtesy of Funny Baker. Used with permission.

Embossing rolling pins quickly elevate the simplest of cookies! Made of laser-cut wood, these rolling pins come in a variety of patterns. The one above is perfect for sweater-weather!

Cottage House Pattern

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Photo curtesy of Funny Baker. Used with permission.

I love this cottage pattern! It’s so homey and folksy!

Reindeer Pattern

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Leaping reindeer are festive and fun!

Set of Four Mini Rollers

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Can’t decide on a pattern? A set of four mini-rollers (with your choice of designs) is a great option. This is also perfect if you love to bake cookies with your kids because they can each use their own roller! I also love this as a gift.

French Earthenware Tureen

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Photo curtesy of Le Passe Brocante. Used with permission.

You know how bread pudding and cobblers are delicious, but presenting them elegantly seems impossible? Rustic, down-home style absolutely has its charm, but if you want a more refined aesthetic, the obvious choice this French Earthenware Tureen from Le Passe Brocante. Perfection.

Citrus Blossom Loaf Pan

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Photo curtesy of Nordic Ware. Used with permission.

The beauty of a shaped pan is that it keeps it simple for you. Sure you could add a glaze or a dollop of whipped cream to a slice of this cake, but honestly why would you want to? A cake made in this Citrus Blossom Loaf Pan is simply stunning all by itself!

Snowflake Cake Pan

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Photo courtesy of Nordic Ware. Used with permission.

And finally, an offering to get you all the way through winter! Isn’t the cake made in Nordic Ware’s Snowflake Pan sublime? What an exclamation point to end any feast, holiday or otherwise.


Happy baking season, friends! If you’re looking for some delicious recipe inspiration check out my Southern Red Velvet Cake, Bananas Foster Upside Down Cake , or Apple Cider Donuts. Yum!!

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