A hands-on STEM learning project for grades 3–12 (ages 8–18) Three sciences, one showstopper cake. The Cookies & Cream Baking Kit brings together pre-measured ingredients, real kitchen tools, and expert guidance to help students bake, fill, and decorate a light, tender sponge cake from scratch. From chemical leavening to whipped cream to silky ganache, every layer of this cake is a hands-on lesson in real culinary science. Because a recipe is essentially a set of chemical formulas and engineering blueprints, this kit doubles as a full STEM project: Science chemical reactions in baking Technology use of kitchen tools and appliances Engineering building and designing edible 3D structures Math measuring ingredients and working with fractions What Students Learn Baking powder science : how this chemical leavener releases carbon dioxide gas, which gets trapped in the cake batter and expands when heated, resulting in a light, airy, tender sponge cake. Whipped cream science : how a liquid emulsion transforms into a stable, airy foam used to fill and decorate the cake. Chocolate ganache science : a scientifically engineered emulsion of fat and water. When the correct ratio of hot cream is combined with chocolate, the natural emulsifiers in the ingredients bind water and fat together, creating a smooth, glossy texture. An included insert explains all three of these key scientific principles in more depth. What's Included Keepsake recipe card : step-by-step instructions, illustrations, a featured ingredient with a description of its role in baking, and a professional baking tip QR code : links to additional pro tips/techniques and a full video tutorial guiding students through every step Kitchen tools : relevant to the specific bake Pre-measured, non-perishable ingredients Built for Every Skill Level The video tutorial helps younger or more novice bakers move through the recipe at their own pace, while older students can work independently and reference the video only as needed. No baking experience is required - difficulty flexes across the age range, making it a practical fit for multi-age and multi-grade households.