We’ve whisked together some more ideas that will make your sweet treat showdown even more delicious than a triple-chocolate sundae with a cherry on top!
Before The Showdown
- Mystery Ingredient: Include a surprise ingredient that each person/team must incorporate into their dessert. Announce it just before the competition begins!
- Kid-Friendly Options: Make sure there are easy-to-assemble, no-bake options so younger kids can fully participate.
- Decor and More: Transform your kitchen into a “Dessert Stadium” with banners, signs, and silly trophies.
During The Battle
- Time Trials: Introduce timed rounds within the challenge. A quick round for decorating cupcakes, a timed “mystery box” round where they use leftover ingredients in new ways.
- Troublemaker: Each person gets one-time-use “saboteur” card to play on a competitor (like briefly hiding an ingredient or tool).
Extra Sweet
- Guest Judges: Invite grandparents or other family friends over to help judge the creations and add to the excitement.
- Prize Basket: Assemble a small basket with baking-themed goodies and small treats for the winning champion.
- Sharing the Bounty: Package up extra desserts as sweet surprises for neighbors or friends, spreading the deliciousness!