Zheel
I’m not just a baker, I’m a flavor storyteller. Every creation is bold, comforting, and made with pure joy (and lots of butter).
Currently 16th
VOTEZheel could win the 2025 Greatest Baker title, share their work in the pages of Bake from Scratch, and take home $10,000.
Voting for the Top 15 ends on Wednesday, December 17th at 7PM PST
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My signature bake is my Salted Caramel Pretzel Crunch Cookies — a perfect mix of sweet, salty, and chewy goodness. They’ve quickly become a fan favorite because every bite hits that craveable balance of buttery caramel, crunchy pretzels, and soft, golden cookie dough. What makes them special isn’t just the flavor — it’s the feeling they bring. They were one of the first recipes I created completely on my own when I started my business, and watching people light up after trying them is what keep
Who is your favorite person to bake for and what do you make most for them?
My favorite person to bake for is my loved ones — especially my family and close friends who’ve supported me from the very beginning. Nothing makes me happier than seeing their faces light up when I bring out a fresh batch of cookies or a homemade cake. If I had to pick one thing I make the most for them, it would definitely be my Salted Caramel Pretzel Crunch Cookies. They always seem to disappear before they even cool down! It’s become kind of a tradition now — whenever there’s a get-together
How would you use the $10,000?
If I were blessed enough to win the $10,000, I’d use it to pay off my student loans and debt — that weight has been heavy on my shoulders for a while now. But more than that, it would help me take a huge step toward my dream of going to culinary school and growing my baking business into something truly special. Baking has always been my safe space — the one thing that makes the chaos of life feel a little softer, a little sweeter. I’ve worked so hard to build something from scratch.
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