Knead To Know Baking Entertainment

Knead To Know Baking Entertainment

Knead To Know is the FIRST-EVER podcast about the hottest buzz in baking! From Chef Gemma Stafford and the Bold Baking Network, Knead to Know is your new weekend ritual, serving up the freshest news, entertainment, gossip, and online trends all about baking. Join Gemma and co-host Ami Shukla, as they navigate the world’s obsession with baking — every Monday morning.

Episodes

August 4, 2025 33 mins

This is the chocolate chip cookie deep dive you didn’t know you needed! 🍪🔥

Gemma and Ami are celebrating National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day with a full-on flavor showdown: classic New York Times cookies vs Gemma’s bold tahini + olive oil cookies. They break down every factor that makes a difference — from flour type to fat, sugar ratios to chocolate percentages — and share expert tips on aging dough, baking from frozen, a...

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This week on Knead to Know, Gemma and Ami are breaking the rules (and maybe a few vegetables) as they dig into unexpected ways to bake with summer produce — including corn ice cream, carrot cake with no grating, and even a tomato layer cake. 👀🍅

They explore the rising trend of dessert cafés around the world, talk about preserving herbs and fruit the easy way, and debate whether peas belong in cake (spoiler: they might!).

P...

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This week on Knead to Know, Gemma and Ami take you on a delicious summer tour of cool global desserts — from London’s viral chocolate strawberry tubs to icy treats like Halo Halo and Falooda, plus why simple cream and fruit might be the ultimate summer luxury.

They dig into what makes Wexford strawberries legendary, how to turn Greek yogurt into a €15 moment, and which tropical fruits will sabotage your no-bake cheesecake (...

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This week on Knead to Know, Gemma and Ami are joined by Joe Nicchi, the creator of LA’s cult favorite CVT Soft Serve and mastermind behind the “influencers pay double” sign that went global. They talk viral ice cream trucks, how Jeff Bezos installed a soft serve machine at home, and why soft serve can’t legally be called ice cream in the U.S.

Plus:

🍦 The mystery “Surprise Scoop” shop in NYC with hidden flavors

🇳🇱 The Amste...

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Think you know ice cream? 🍦 Think again. This week on Knead to Know, Gemma and Ami spill all the ice cream secrets nobody ever tells you — from what really happens behind the scenes at your local scoop shop (hint: most don’t make it from scratch!) to the big mistakes that turn homemade ice cream into a tooth-breaking block.

They cover everything from custard vs no-churn, why vodka (or vanilla) might be the best ice cream trick ever...

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This week we hit 100 episodes of Knead to Know — and to celebrate, Gemma and Ami spin the Whisk & Win wheel for honest baking confessions, the messiest fails, and the hot takes you didn’t know you needed. From cupcake rage to cookie disasters and Britain’s fanciest loaf, it’s 100 episodes of sweet chaos.

🎧 Highlights Include:

  • Why chocolate sometimes ruins dessert
  • The cupcake debate: too much frosting?
  • Bakery perfumes & the Gen Z s...
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Summer’s heating up and Knead to Know is diving into baking with kids, parenting snack styles, and why Gen Z & Gen Alpha are OBSESSED with the kitchen. Gemma and Ami share honest stories, practical baking tips, and ideas that’ll keep little hands busy all summer long — from decorating cookies to whipping cream like a pro.

🧁 In This Episode:

  • 🍪 The viral TikTok cookie challenge (and Gemma’s son, George’s, response!)
  • 🥨 Are you a S...
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Things get messy, creamy, crispy, and a little chaotic on this week’s Knead to Know.

Gemma and Ami dive into a round of unexpected taste tests—from viral dessert combos to savory waffle experiments and a peanut butter brand that just might break your snack routine forever.

They try:
🧇 Something that definitely shouldn’t go in a waffle maker.
🍷 A combo that has TikTok divided.
🥜 A spoonful of something surprisingly addictive.
🍩 And a ...

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In this Knead to Know Hotline Special, we’re revisiting your best baking questions — from chocolate that won’t melt to DIY vanilla extract, fruit substitutions in mochi, and egg swaps for waffles. Whether you're new to baking or in need of a rescue, this episode has solutions you knead to hear.

💬 What You'll Learn:

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This week on Knead to Know, Gemma and Ami explore the modern evolution of wedding cakes — think cheese wheels, faux tiers, and interactive dessert tables. Plus, they dive into the surprising history of National Donut Day, and welcome a charming guest: Gemma’s mom, Patricia Stafford!

💬 Episode Highlights:

Free Donuts? The Military History of Donut Day

How Gemma Made a $20 Wedding Cake

Cake Picnic with 1300 Cakes!

Faux Cake Trends, Lambe...

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This week on Knead to Know, Gemma and Ami dive into British tray bakes, celebrate Mary Berry’s 90th birthday, and welcome acclaimed NYC pastry chef Michelle Palazzo to talk about seasonality, butter quality, and her pastry philosophy.

Whether you're planning a summer tart or just love rhubarb, this episode is packed with pastry tips and seasonal inspiration.

💬 Highlights:

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This week on Knead to Know, we’re diving into a full plate of summer flavors, food fails, and funny feuds.

From Starbucks' boba backlash and cake pop drama to TikTok's wildest food trends (hot honey cheesecake, tahini cookie pizza, wine on ice cream?!), Gemma and Ami break it all down — and they don’t hold back.

Plus: strong opinions about potluck etiquette, hostess gifts, and whether flowers should ever show up in plastic wrap.

💬 Wh...

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This week on Knead to Know: The #1 Baking Entertainment Podcast, we’re sharing the sweetest, smartest, and most surprising baking moments from past episodes — all in one feel-good “Best Of.”

Whether you're making a cake for a crowd or looking to bake on a budget, this episode is full of tips, laughs, and no-waste wins.

💬 What You'll Hear:

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This week on Knead to Know: The #1 Baking Entertainment Podcast, we're looking at how baking isn’t just delicious — it’s therapeutic. Whether it's mixing, kneading, or creating something from scratch, baking has the power to bring peace and comfort.

In this “Best Of” episode, we’re revisiting the boldest, funniest, and most heartfelt moments from the show — from emotional bakes to pineapple pizza takes and celeb-inspired cookies.

✨ W...

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This week on Knead to Know, it's all about bake sales, bun towers, and baking nostalgia! 🧁
From Hong Kong’s Lucky Bun Festival to Gemma’s own bake sales for No Kid Hungry, we dive into sweet traditions around the world.

Plus: why May is bake sale season, which treats are must-buys (and which ones flop), and some surprising celebrity connections to bake sales!

🥣 In This Episode:

• How Hong Kong celebrates with sweet lucky buns 🍥
• Bak...

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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 –...

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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 r...

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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. Wh...

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Spring Break is here, and we’re bringing vacation flavors straight to your kitchen! This week on Knead to Know, we’re diving into the best tropical desserts from around the world—like Key Lime Pie from Florida, Tres Leches from Mexico, and Hawaiian Butter Mochi. Plus, we’ll share easy baking tips to recreate your favorite vacation-inspired treats at home.

Whether you're dreaming of a beachside dessert or planning a baking s...

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It’s National Waffle Day, and this week on Knead to Know, we’re diving into the viral Can It Waffle? trend! Inspired by TikToker Joseph Hall, we test out unexpected waffle creations—including some surprising hits and a few major flops. Plus, in honor of Women’s History Month, we celebrate some of the most influential women in baking history, including Amelia Simmons, Melinda Russell, Fanny Farmer, Donna Hay, and Rose Levy ...

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