Thank you for being a part of our Baking Challenge community! Hosting these fun monthly bakes since 2017 has been an absolute joy. Hearing how these challenges have brought happiness to your lives truly means the world to me! However, after much thought, I’ve decided to pause them for now. What’s next? This is just…
How it Works 1) Bake the recipe From classics to holiday favorites, YOU get to pick any Handle the Heat cookie or cookie bar recipe to bake this month. Bake a second for extra entries! Plus, don’t miss my 12 Days of Cookies, where I’m sharing *new* festive cookie recipes and simple baking science tips…
How it Works 1) Bake the recipe These chewy (not cakey!) cookies are the ultimate fall treat, combining cozy pumpkin spice with rich brown butter for an irresistibly warm, comforting flavor. With melty chocolate in every bite, they’re like a hug from autumn itself. No mixer required! 2) Snap a photo Take a photo of…
How it Works 1) Bake the recipe I don’t know a single kid who would refuse these M&M-studded Monster Cookies, especially as a ramp-up to Halloween! They are such a crowd-pleaser, and you can even get creative with your mix-ins. 2) Snap a photo Take a photo of your recipe using your phone, camera, iPad,…
How it Works 1) Bake the recipe I promise you, even pumpkin haters love these muffins. They smell like the most fabulous fall candle while baking and take less than an hour to bake! 2) Snap a photo Take a photo of your recipe using your phone, camera, iPad, or other device. 3 ) Win…
How it Works 1) Bake the recipe Fudge Rounds were a favorite of mine as a child, but as an adult, they taste cloyingly sweet and artificial. My homemade version is loaded with chocolate flavor and, when served chilled (or frozen), is ultra fudgy! 2) Snap a photo Take a photo of your recipe using…
How it Works 1) Bake the recipe S’mores Cookies are loaded with chocolate chips and graham cracker crumbs, topped with mini marshmallows and Hershey’s chocolate. All the classic campfire treat flavors are packed into this quick and easy cookie recipe! 2) Snap a photo Take a photo of your recipe using your phone, camera, iPad,…
How it Works 1) Bake the recipe Fresh, vibrant, and tangy, this is the perfect recipe to welcome warmer months. The swirls on top will impress everyone at your next picnic, BBQ, or potluck! 2) Snap a photo Take a photo of your recipe using your phone, camera, iPad, or other device. 3 ) Win…
How it Works 1) Bake the recipe These brownies are thick, chewy, and elevated with bits of sweet caramelized toffee flavor. I’ve made them so many times since developing the recipe that I knew they HAD to become a challenge selection! 2) Leave a review We’ve made it even easier to join the Baking Challenge!…
How it Works 1) Bake the recipe In honor of Handle the Heat’s 15-year blog birthday, we’re turning my all-time favorite dessert, chocolate chip cookies, into a celebratory cake! 2) Leave a review We’ve made it even easier to join the Baking Challenge! Simply leave a rating and review of the recipe. You can also…
How it Works 1) Bake the recipe Scones are such a fun yet approachable way to practice your pastry-making skills while getting creative with endless flavor combinations. 2) Snap a photo Take a photo of your recipe using your phone, camera, iPad, or other device. 3 ) Win Prizes! Submit your entry before the last…
How it Works 1) Bake the recipe Nothing screams Valentine’s Day more than Red Velvet Cupcakes! Since I’m typically not a big red velvet person, I developed a few tricks for getting more flavor out of these cupcakes while keeping them super moist and soft. 2) Snap a photo Take a photo of your cupcakes…
