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We’ve Cooked Up a Delicious Mystery!

Here at Baketivity, we believe the best kind of learning is the kind that doesn’t feel like learning at all. That’s why we’re constantly dreaming up new ways to turn baking into an unforgettable experience—one that mixes hands-on fun with creativity, critical thinking, and connection.

And this month, we’ve gone full detective mode.

Introducing the On the Case Cookies Kit—a mystery-themed baking adventure that turns your kitchen into a headquarters of edible evidence, scientific discovery, and shared family fun. It’s not just a recipe. It’s a mission.


The Case: Delicious, Disappearing Clues

We asked ourselves: what happens when you blend the thrill of a top-secret spy story with the joy of baking something from scratch? The answer: a kit that keeps kids engaged, curious, and ready to take the lead.

From the moment they open the box, your junior sleuths are on a mission to uncover the mystery of the missing footprints. With the help of our signature visual recipe guide—disguised as a case file—they’ll bake magnifying glass cookies, decode invisible messages, and solve every step like seasoned investigators.

This kit is full of surprises—and not just the sweet kind.


Behind the Fun: Skills That Stick

Here’s what your child is really learning along the way:

  • Critical thinking as they follow clues and solve problems

  • Scientific curiosity through a hands-on invisible ink experiment

  • Reading comprehension and sequencing by following step-by-step instructions

  • Executive function through focus, planning, and teamwork

All of these essential skills are tucked into a single playful experience—and your child may not even realize just how much they’re gaining.


Designed for Connection, Built for Growth

Whether you’re a parent, grandparent, or caregiver, you know that special moment when a child says, “I did it myself.” This kit is built for those moments.

It empowers children to take ownership of the activity, while giving you the chance to step back, observe, and celebrate their progress. There’s no prep and no pressure—just a shared sense of accomplishment.


A Perfect Fit for Our Monthly Kits

If your child loved this month’s mystery, they’ll love what’s coming next. Every Baketivity subscription box is designed to blend learning and fun—building confidence, curiosity, and meaningful memories with each delivery.

The On the Case Cookies Kit is just one example of how we combine storytelling, STEAM education, and hands-on baking into a powerful enrichment experience.

Our mission is simple: create moments that stick—and skills that last.


Ready to Solve the Case?

Gather your team, open the box, and turn your kitchen into the scene of a delicious mystery.
The case is waiting. Are your detectives ready to crack it?

Frequently asked questions

What do you put in a kids pretzel baking kit?

No recipe card or pre-measured ingredients that are placed inside any of our baking kit call for or include nuts of any kind. But some of these ingredients have been produced in a facility that also processes nuts, soy, sesame seeds, and gluten. So it's very possible that trace amounts of these potential allergens may be found in some of our baking kit ingredients.

Why should I use a pretzel baking kit?

No recipe card or pre-measured ingredients that are placed inside any of our baking kit call for or include nuts of any kind. But some of these ingredients have been produced in a facility that also processes nuts, soy, sesame seeds, and gluten. So it's very possible that trace amounts of these potential allergens may be found in some of our baking kit ingredients.

Are your pretzel baking kits kosher?

No recipe card or pre-measured ingredients that are placed inside any of our baking kit call for or include nuts of any kind. But some of these ingredients have been produced in a facility that also processes nuts, soy, sesame seeds, and gluten. So it's very possible that trace amounts of these potential allergens may be found in some of our baking kit ingredients.

Do your pretzel baking kits include nuts?

No recipe card or pre-measured ingredients that are placed inside any of our baking kit call for or include nuts of any kind. But some of these ingredients have been produced in a facility that also processes nuts, soy, sesame seeds, and gluten. So it's very possible that trace amounts of these potential allergens may be found in some of our baking kit ingredients.

What equipment do I need for a pretzel baking kit?

No recipe card or pre-measured ingredients that are placed inside any of our baking kit call for or include nuts of any kind. But some of these ingredients have been produced in a facility that also processes nuts, soy, sesame seeds, and gluten. So it's very possible that trace amounts of these potential allergens may be found in some of our baking kit ingredients.

Can I send a pretzel baking kit as a gift?

No recipe card or pre-measured ingredients that are placed inside any of our baking kit call for or include nuts of any kind. But some of these ingredients have been produced in a facility that also processes nuts, soy, sesame seeds, and gluten. So it's very possible that trace amounts of these potential allergens may be found in some of our baking kit ingredients.

What age should a child start cooking?

No recipe card or pre-measured ingredients that are placed inside any of our baking kit call for or include nuts of any kind. But some of these ingredients have been produced in a facility that also processes nuts, soy, sesame seeds, and gluten. So it's very possible that trace amounts of these potential allergens may be found in some of our baking kit ingredients.

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