Baking is an art that brings joy to both the baker and those who get to taste the final product. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced baker, having a baking bucket list filled with record-breaking recipes can be a fun challenge. From classic favorites to extravagant masterpieces, here are 24 must-try baking recipes that deserve a spot on your bucket list.
1. Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies
A timeless favorite, chocolate chip cookies are a must-bake. For the best results, use high-quality chocolate and brown butter to elevate the flavor.
2. The Ultimate Brownies
A perfect balance of chewy and fudgy, homemade brownies with rich cocoa and melted chocolate create a decadent dessert.
3. The Tallest Fluffy Pancakes
Set a record in your kitchen with the fluffiest, tallest pancakes. Achieve this by using buttermilk, baking powder, and a gentle folding technique.
4. Moist Red Velvet Cake
This rich, velvety cake with cream cheese frosting is a showstopper. Achieve the perfect texture by using oil instead of butter.
5. Guinness World Record-Sized Cheesecake
While you may not bake the largest cheesecake in the world, you can still make the most delicious one with a buttery graham cracker crust and silky cream cheese filling.
6. Giant Cinnamon Rolls
Why settle for a small cinnamon roll when you can bake a giant, bakery-style cinnamon roll? Loaded with cinnamon sugar and topped with vanilla glaze, this is pure indulgence.
7. The Fluffiest Japanese Cheesecake
This jiggly cheesecake is a must-try for those who love light, airy desserts. It’s made by folding whipped egg whites into the batter for a soufflé-like texture.
8. The Softest Dinner Rolls
Baking the softest dinner rolls requires the right amount of yeast, warm milk, and patience for proofing. These rolls melt in your mouth with every bite.
9. Record-Breaking Banana Bread
A staple in every baker’s repertoire, banana bread is moist and delicious, especially when made with overripe bananas and a touch of cinnamon.
10. The Crispiest French Baguette
Achieve bakery-style crispiness with a long fermentation process and a hot, steamy oven. Perfect for sandwiches or to pair with soups.
11. Decadent Molten Lava Cake
A rich, chocolatey cake with a gooey, molten center that flows out when you cut into it—this is the ultimate dessert for chocolate lovers.
12. Homemade Croissants
A challenge worth taking! Making croissants from scratch requires patience, but the flaky, buttery layers make it all worthwhile.
13. Perfectly Golden Scones
These traditional British treats are best served with clotted cream and jam. Achieve a tender texture by handling the dough gently.
14. The Best Macarons
French macarons require precision, but once mastered, they are a delightful treat with endless flavor combinations.
15. Soft and Chewy Pretzels
Homemade pretzels with a golden brown crust and chewy interior make for an irresistible snack. Don’t forget the coarse salt on top!
16. The Tallest Soufflé
Want to impress your guests? A tall, perfectly risen soufflé is a baking achievement. Master the art of folding in egg whites for the best rise.
17. Homemade Puff Pastry
Skip store-bought puff pastry and try making your own. The key to success is layering butter between the dough and chilling it properly.
18. Gooey Sticky Toffee Pudding
A British classic, this sticky cake is soaked in a rich toffee sauce and best served with vanilla ice cream.
19. The Best Apple Pie
A homemade apple pie with a buttery crust and cinnamon-spiced apple filling is a must for every baker.
20. The Ultimate Chocolate Cake
A rich, moist chocolate cake with layers of creamy ganache and frosting—this one is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
21. Lemon Meringue Pie
A tart lemon filling topped with fluffy, toasted meringue makes this pie a standout dessert.
22. The Flakiest Biscuit Recipe
Achieve sky-high flaky biscuits by using cold butter and folding the dough multiple times before baking.
23. Giant Celebration Cupcakes
Supersized cupcakes with generous frosting make for the perfect birthday or celebration treat.
24. The Ultimate Tiramisu
This no-bake Italian dessert layers coffee-soaked ladyfingers with a luscious mascarpone filling, creating an indulgent treat.
Final Thoughts
Baking is not just about following recipes—it’s about experimenting, perfecting techniques, and enjoying the process. These 24 baking bucket list record recipes offer a mix of classic, ambitious, and world-record-inspired treats for bakers of all levels.
If you’re looking for more baking inspiration or want to refine your skills, start with these recipes and work your way through the list.
