Creative Cake Decorating Competition 2025

Creativity will take center stage, as six teams of elite professional cake decorators challenge each other to a contest of imagination, artistry and skill. This year marks the 20th edition of this prestigious baking competition, held in the expo’s popular Retail Bakers Center. Attendees will have a front-row view of the action, including celebrity and master baker judges, and live commentary on the competition providing expert perspectives.

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Location: RBA Retail Bakers Center (North Hall | Booth #5947)

How It Works

This showdown will feature 6 teams of cake decorating professional pairs. Competitors will face off in four categories: wedding cake, rolled fondant, buttercream, and sculpted cake. The highest-scoring team, as determined by a panel of judges, will be awarded the coveted Pillsbury Bakers’ Plus Grand Champion Trophy. Gold, silver and bronze medals, along with cash prizes will also be awarded for the highest scores in each category.

Key Dates for Applicants

The deadline to apply is May 31, 2025.
Qualifiers will be notified by June 20, 2025.

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Join Us For The Awards Ceremony

Ready to see who takes the cake? After a fierce two-day competition, we will announce our category winners and crown the overall event winner of the prestigious Pillsbury Bakers Plus Creative Cake Decorating Competition! See the stunning cakes and celebrate with the winning teams.

Tuesday, September 16th | 11:00 AM – 11:45 AM
Location: North Hall | Booth #5847