Lamb Cake Fails, Easter Candy & Chocolate Egg Secrets
04/14/25 • 28 min
This week on Knead to Know, we’re cracking open the most festive (and funny) parts of Easter! 🐣 From the viral lamb cake trend to top Easter candies and how to make (or fake!) your own chocolate eggs at home, Gemma and Ami dive into sweet traditions, nostalgic stories, and expert baking advice.
💡 Learn why your chocolate might be splitting, how to avoid melty messes, and what not to do when melting candy bars. Plus, Ami recreates a homemade Cadbury Creme Egg—and Gemma puts it to the test!
🥚 IN THE MIX – What We Covered:
• Lamb Cake Meltdown: The meme-worthy Easter dessert 🐑
• DIY Chocolate Eggs – with mango yolks, cream cheese fillings & pastel shells
• Gemma’s Irish Easter Traditions vs. American Candy Baskets
• Dominique Ansel’s Red Panda Egg & Jacques Torres’ wild bunny art
• Candy Melts vs. Real Chocolate – what to use when
• Homemade Cadbury Creme Eggs – recipe from Spend With Pennies
• What chocolate NOT to melt 🍫 (hint: candy bars are a no-go!)
✨ Featured Recipes & Links:
Microwave Chocolate Tempering Method
☎️ Bold Baking Hotline Questions Answered:
• Why didn’t my Dairy Milk bar melt?
• How to fix oily/separated chocolate?
• What chocolate brand should I use for egg molds?
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• Amazon Music
• iHeartRadio
📩 Interested in sponsoring the show? Contact [email protected] – Subject line: “K2K Sponsor”
ABOUT GEMMA STAFFORD
For more than a decade, Irish-born chef Gemma Stafford has been bringing her passion for teaching people to bake with confidence to her top online baking show and brand, Bigger Bolder Baking. Today, with more than 8 million followers (“Bold Bakers”) and half a billion video views to date, Bigger Bolder Baking has become the leading—and indispensable—multimedia destination for bakers.
Gemma’s unique combination of expertise, bold recipes, and approachable techniques have led to appearances as a judge on Netflix’s Nailed It!, Food Network’s Best Baker in America, and Hulu’s Baker’s Dozen, along with national and local TV appearances. Gemma is also the co-creator and host of the #1 baking entertainment podcast, Knead To Know, which releases every week in partnership with HRN. In 2025, she will launch the first-ever baking TV network, the Bold Baking Network, on connected television (CTV) and free ad-supported streaming television (FAST) platforms dedicated to educating and entertaining home bakers 24/7.
ABOUT THE BOLD BAKING NETWORK
The Bold Baking Network is your #1 authority for everything baking. The Network is led by Chef Gemma Stafford, co-creator & host of Bigger Bolder Baking, and co-creator & Executive Producer Kevin Kurtz. Our mission is to bring you the most diverse voices from baking experts and enthusiasts to help anyone bake with confidence anytime, anywhere.
Gemma Stafford Instagram: @Gemma_Stafford
Ami Shukla Instagram: @sweetlifewithami
This week on Knead to Know, we’re cracking open the most festive (and funny) parts of Easter! 🐣 From the viral lamb cake trend to top Easter candies and how to make (or fake!) your own chocolate eggs at home, Gemma and Ami dive into sweet traditions, nostalgic stories, and expert baking advice.
💡 Learn why your chocolate might be splitting, how to avoid melty messes, and what not to do when melting candy bars. Plus, Ami recreates a homemade Cadbury Creme Egg—and Gemma puts it to the test!
🥚 IN THE MIX – What We Covered:
• Lamb Cake Meltdown: The meme-worthy Easter dessert 🐑
• DIY Chocolate Eggs – with mango yolks, cream cheese fillings & pastel shells
• Gemma’s Irish Easter Traditions vs. American Candy Baskets
• Dominique Ansel’s Red Panda Egg & Jacques Torres’ wild bunny art
• Candy Melts vs. Real Chocolate – what to use when
• Homemade Cadbury Creme Eggs – recipe from Spend With Pennies
• What chocolate NOT to melt 🍫 (hint: candy bars are a no-go!)
✨ Featured Recipes & Links:
Microwave Chocolate Tempering Method
☎️ Bold Baking Hotline Questions Answered:
• Why didn’t my Dairy Milk bar melt?
• How to fix oily/separated chocolate?
• What chocolate brand should I use for egg molds?
🎧 Subscribe & Listen:
• Apple Podcasts
• Spotify
• Amazon Music
• iHeartRadio
📩 Interested in sponsoring the show? Contact [email protected] – Subject line: “K2K Sponsor”
ABOUT GEMMA STAFFORD
For more than a decade, Irish-born chef Gemma Stafford has been bringing her passion for teaching people to bake with confidence to her top online baking show and brand, Bigger Bolder Baking. Today, with more than 8 million followers (“Bold Bakers”) and half a billion video views to date, Bigger Bolder Baking has become the leading—and indispensable—multimedia destination for bakers.
Gemma’s unique combination of expertise, bold recipes, and approachable techniques have led to appearances as a judge on Netflix’s Nailed It!, Food Network’s Best Baker in America, and Hulu’s Baker’s Dozen, along with national and local TV appearances. Gemma is also the co-creator and host of the #1 baking entertainment podcast, Knead To Know, which releases every week in partnership with HRN. In 2025, she will launch the first-ever baking TV network, the Bold Baking Network, on connected television (CTV) and free ad-supported streaming television (FAST) platforms dedicated to educating and entertaining home bakers 24/7.
ABOUT THE BOLD BAKING NETWORK
The Bold Baking Network is your #1 authority for everything baking. The Network is led by Chef Gemma Stafford, co-creator & host of Bigger Bolder Baking, and co-creator & Executive Producer Kevin Kurtz. Our mission is to bring you the most diverse voices from baking experts and enthusiasts to help anyone bake with confidence anytime, anywhere.
Gemma Stafford Instagram: @Gemma_Stafford
Ami Shukla Instagram: @sweetlifewithami
Previous Episode
Why We’re Obsessed with Hot Cross Buns & Cherry Blossom Treats
This week on Knead to Know, we're spotlighting the beloved Hot Cross Bun—a springtime classic with centuries of delicious history. Gemma and Ami dive into its origins, the best ways to modernize it (hello, chocolate and caramel!), and why this sweet spiced bun is more than just a holiday treat.
Plus, we explore cherry blossom season with sakura mochi, pink drinks, and floral flavors that are blooming across the internet. Whether you're baking for Easter, Passover, or just because—this episode is full of flavor, tradition, and fun! 🌸🍞💕
🔥🔥 HOT FROM THE OVEN 🔥🔥
🌸 Cherry Blossom Season in full swing! From Japan to DC, it’s inspiring pink drinks, floral sweets, and TikToks galore.
🍰 Starbucks Cherry Chai Cold Foam – Spring in a cup with cherry cream and crunchy topping.
🥣🥣 IN THE MIX 🥣🥣
All Things Hot Cross Buns!
✝️ Traditional Hot Cross Buns – Sweetened, spiced, and topped with a cross. The OG spring bake.
🍫 Chocolate Hot Cross Buns – A delicious twist on tradition with melty chocolate chunks.
https://www.biggerbolderbaking.com/chocolate-hot-cross-buns/
🧀 Savory & Sweet TikTok Trends – Think Vegemite & Cheese, or Nutella S’mores buns!
🍊 Mixed Spice Breakdown – What goes into that iconic warm spice blend? We break it down.
💡 Baking Tip – Make the dough the night before and bake fresh for Easter brunch!
Springtime Bonus Bakes
🥥 Coconut Macaroons – A Passover fave, no flour needed!
https://www.biggerbolderbaking.com/chocolate-dipped-coconut-macaroons/
🍫 Flourless Chocolate Cake – Perfect for any holiday table.
https://www.biggerbolderbaking.com/flourless-chocolate-cake/
🍡 Sakura Mochi – A chewy, floral bite of spring.
🍬 Sakura Cola – A fizzy pink surprise inspired by cherry blossoms.
☎️ Bold Baking Hotline
❓ Can I make hot cross bun dough ahead of time?
✅ Yes! Make, shape, and chill overnight—just proof longer before baking.
❓ Swap the dried fruit for chocolate chips?
✅ Absolutely! It's easy to customize your buns.
💬 Have a baking question? DM us @kneadtoknowpod or comment below. We might feature your question on a future episode!
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📩 Interested in sponsoring the show? Contact [email protected] – Subject line: “K2K Sponsor”
ABOUT GEMMA STAFFORD
For more than a decade, Irish-born chef Gemma Stafford has been bringing her passion for teaching people to bake with confidence to her top online baking show and brand, Bigger Bolder Baking. Today, with more than 8 million followers (“Bold Bakers”) and half a billion video views to date, Bigger Bolder Baking has become the leading—and indispensable—multimedia destination for bakers.
Gemma’s unique combination of expertise, bold recipes, and approachable techniques have led to appearances as a judge on Netflix’s Nailed It!, Food Network’s Best Baker in America, and Hulu’s Baker’s Dozen, along with national and local TV appearances. Gemma is also the co-creator and host of the #1 baking entertainment podcast, Knead To Know, which releases every week in partnership with HRN. In 2025, she will launch the first-ever baking TV network, the Bold Baking Network, on connected television (CTV) and free ad-supported streaming television (FAST) platforms dedicated to educating and entertaining home bakers 24/7.
ABOUT THE BOLD BAKING NETWORK
The Bold Baking Network is your #1 authority for everything baking. The Network is led by Chef Gemma Stafford, co-creator & host of Bigger Bolder Baking, and co-creator & Executive Producer Kevin Kurtz. Our mission is to bring you the most diverse voices from baking experts and enthusiasts to help anyone bake with confidence anytime, anywhere.
Gemma Stafford Instagram: @Gemma_Stafford
Ami Shukla Instagram: @sweetlifewithami
Tianna Cohen Instagram: @tiannalouisecohen
#hotcrossbuns #springbaking #kneadtoknow #easte...
Next Episode
Baking Pretzels with Actor Adam Shapiro: Shappy Pretzels & The Bear
It’s National Pretzel Day and we’re celebrating with Adam Shapiro, the actor behind Shappy Pretzel Co. 🥨 From Philadelphia street corners to Hollywood red carpets (and the Oscars!), Adam shares how his childhood snack became the talk of Tinseltown.
Gemma and Ami dive into pretzel history, Girl Scout cookies, viral $19 strawberries, and the emotional power of nostalgic food. Plus, baking with lye: scary or satisfying?
🥨 IN THE MIX – What We Covered:
• Philly vs. Bavarian pretzels: what’s the difference?
• How Adam built a pretzel empire during lockdown
• The science (and fear) behind using lye in baking
• Nostalgic flavors from Philly school pretzel days
• Pretzels under every seat at the Oscars
• Adam's role on The Bear and why room temp pretzels rule
✨ Featured Mentions & Links:
🔗 Shappy Pretzel Co.
🔗 Chocolate Hot Cross Buns
🔗 Thin Mints Recipe
🔗 Cadbury Creme Egg Recipe
🔗 How to Temper Chocolate
🎧 Subscribe & Listen:
• Apple Podcasts
• Spotify
• Amazon Music
• iHeartRadio
📩 Interested in sponsoring the show?
Contact: [email protected]
Subject: “K2K Sponsor”
ABOUT GEMMA STAFFORD
For more than a decade, Irish-born chef Gemma Stafford has brought confidence to home bakers through her hit show Bigger Bolder Baking. With over 8 million followers and half a billion video views, Gemma is also the co-creator and host of Knead To Know and co-founder of the Bold Baking Network—the world’s first 24/7 baking TV network.
ABOUT THE BOLD BAKING NETWORK
Led by Gemma Stafford and Kevin Kurtz, the Bold Baking Network delivers world-class baking entertainment and education from creators around the globe—streaming 24/7 to help anyone bake with confidence.
🔗 Instagram:
• @Gemma_Stafford
• @sweetlifewithami
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