Some people are born with a natural talent for baking, much like an innate knack for math—success comes effortlessly, while others struggle despite their best efforts. Ryan Wilson, a 14-year-old from San Francisco, falls squarely into the prodigy category. His intricate pastries rival those on top TV baking shows, and with nearly 75,000 Instagram followers, he's inspiring home bakers everywhere—even those who can't keep a store-bought pie intact.
From tiered cakes and cupcakes for Halloween and Christmas to designs in Mexican and American flag colors, fluorescent hues, or soft pastels, Ryan's creations appeal to every taste. Standouts include his gravity-defying M&M's cake, which took 6 hours to craft, and the mesmerizing black-and-white zebra cake. "When I was 8, I got a toy oven," Ryan shares with Metro. "Once that was too easy, I moved to the real kitchen oven. I learned through TV shows and YouTube videos. I love sharing step-by-step tutorials with friends and followers—it's easier than you think!" Now eyeing culinary school and dreaming of his own TV segment, this ambitious teen is set for stardom. Kudos, Ryan!
