Holiday movies, iconic food scenes, and the show-stopping desserts that make a whole table go silent—pavlova wreaths, towering cakes, trifle, and more.

In this episode, Gemma and Ami:

• Share their must-watch holiday movies and the food moments they can’t forget

• Break down what truly makes a dessert a “show-stopper” (hint: it’s not just height or drama)

• Talk pavlova wreaths, croquembouche-style profiterole towers, 24-layer cakes, and Clementine trifle

• Show how to “dress up” a simple cake or cheesecake with sugared fruit, herbs, gold leaf & more

• Answer Hotline questions about making pavlova ahead and how to split cake layers without fear

Whether you’re planning Christmas dinner, a New Year’s party, or just want one jaw-dropping dessert on the table, this episode will give you ideas—and the confidence—to go for it.

MENTIONED / RELATED ON BiggerBolderBaking.com

• Christmas Wreath Pavlova

• Sweet and Zesty Clementine Trifle with Boozy Amaretto

• Luxurious 24-Layer Chocolate Cake

• Bûche de Noël (Christmas Yule Log)

ABOUT KNEAD TO KNOW

Knead To Know is the #1 baking entertainment podcast from chef Gemma Stafford and the Bold Baking Network. Every week, Gemma and Bigger Bolder Baking Culinary Director Ami Shukla break down what’s hot in the baking world—trends, viral recipes, pop-culture bakes, and real questions from Bold Bakers everywhere. It’s baking talk, but make it fun, practical, and a little bit cheeky.

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