An endothermic reaction is the absorption of energy, usually heat, that changes the chemical structure of a compound. One example of an endothermic reaction is cooking! In a recipe, how each ingredient reacts to heat affects the final product. Let’s see what certain ingredients in a cupcake contribute to the baked good by omitting them!

Good for all ages with adult supervision—oven use and mess potential!

Learn about the chemical reaction of decomposition while making a sweet treat!

Adult supervision is strongly recommended for this activity—hot sugar can leave a pretty nasty burn.