Cinnamon Roll Contest
Event Details
Location
FR8Star Pavilion
View Fair MapDate & Time
- August 9, 2025
9:00 am Registration; 10:00 am Judging
The sweet smell of competition is in the air!
Think your cinnamon rolls are the best around? Put them to the test at the Lancaster County Super Fair’s Cinnamon Roll Contest! Whether you’re a master baker or just love a good homemade roll, this is your chance to show off your skills and maybe even take home a prize.
Categories:
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Sticky caramel (with or without nuts)
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Plain or frosted
How to Enter:
- Read the rules and fill out the form below!
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Check-in: Saturday, August 9, 9:00 – 10:00 a.m.
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Location: Family Fun Zone inside FR8Star Pavilion
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Judging Begins: Approximately 10:00 a.m.
- Announcement of Winners: 11:00 a.m.
This contest is free to enter and watch, so come show off your baking talents! Will yours be the sweetest victory?
Cinnamon Contest Rules
1. Cinnamon rolls will be received from 9:00a.m. – 10:00a.m. Judging starts at 10:00am
2. Display the four cinnamon rolls on a very sturdy square cardboard wrapped with white paper. The base cannot exceed the rolls by more than 2” on any side.
3. Only four rolls must be baked in an 8×8 or 9×9 square pan and remain attached. Rolls cannot be hand selected from other pans.
4. Frosted rolls may be frosted on the top only. DO NOT frost the sides. Participants may enter in only one category (sticky/caramel or plain/frosted) Participants must not be employed at a commercial baking establishment.
5. Judging will be based on: flavor – 50%; texture – 20%; appearance – 20%; and aroma – 10%.
6. First, the judge(s) will choose their top four finalists from each category. From the top entries, first, second and third places and the overall Grand Champion determined. These exhibitors will be awarded premiums and ribbons.