Looking for advice on choosing a laser

This may sound silly, but just roll with it. I have enjoyed making toast and pancakes with pictures drawn in it (my 3 yo daughter loves it). I've been using a pencil torch but it's like trying to write with calligraphy with a rattle can. I've been pondering getting a laser pointer to do some more detailed work.

I'm looking for a laser that can lightly burn bread/light-toast and at an entry-level price for someone who's last laser purchase was a 5mW green pointer about 5 years ago.

Thank you.