What is Baking It (TV) About?
Baking It is an American baking reality competition television series that made its debut on the streaming service Peacock. The series is a spin-off of the crafting competition show, Making It. With its premiere on December 2, 2021, the show brings together eight teams of two amateur bakers who face off in a winter cabin setting, designed to evoke a cozy, holiday vibe. Throughout the series, these teams are tasked with a variety of themed culinary challenges that push their baking abilities to the limits as they create both savory and sweet treats. Baking It stands out with its holiday-centric themes, celebrating culinary traditions and the joy of the season. Judges knowledgeable in baking and festive customs critique the creations, and the most impressive bakers can win a notable cash prize. Hosting duties for the series were initially shared by comedians Maya Rudolph and Andy Samberg for the first season, with Amy Poehler stepping in alongside Rudolph in the second season. The show has been recognized in the entertainment industry, with its writers earning the Writers Guild of America Award for 'Quiz and Audience Participation' in 2022.
The first episode of Baking It aired on December 02, 2021 and the most recent episode to air was on January 09, 2023.