Memphis is once again proving it’s full of rising stars — and this time, one of our own is stepping into the global baking spotlight.
Chloe Sexton, the powerhouse baker behind Chloe’s Giant Cookies, is officially part of the inaugural cast of Gordon Ramsay’s brand-new baking competition, “Next Level Baker.” The show premieres Thursday, December 4 on FOX, bringing together 12 bakers from across the world for high-pressure challenges, and Chloe is representing the 901 with pride.
“Genuinely still feels so surreal! Thank you Gordon, Carla and Candace for the best Christmas gift EVER!”
From Memphis Kitchen to International Stage
If you’ve followed Chloe on TikTok or Instagram, you already know she’s built a massive following by keeping it real, baking jaw-dropping cookies, and sharing her journey as a mom and entrepreneur.
But that journey started from a tough moment.
After being laid off in 2020 while pregnant Chloe took to TikTok to share what happened. What happened next changed everything: her honesty resonated, her following exploded, and Chloe’s Giant Cookies was born.
Today she has:
- 230K+ followers on Instagram
- 2.6 Million+ followers on TikTok
- A nationwide shipping empire
- A fiercely loyal community who cheers her on every step of the way
She’s even played a major role in a high-profile Supreme Court case challenging the U.S. TikTok ban.
Now? She’s taking that momentum overseas to Ireland, where “Next Level Baker” was filmed.
“Cooking is not baking.” – Chloe
On the show, Chloe joins contestants ranging from social media stars to professional pastry chefs. Every episode features two intense rounds — nostalgic chocolate treats, holiday bakes with booze, and more — all judged by:
- Gordon Ramsay
- Carla Hall
- Candace Nelson
Chloe says she can’t reveal how long she survived the competition (rules are rules!), but she can say this:
“I’m happy with how I represented myself and treated other bakers around me...Even if I had done really horribly, I represented Memphis really well.”
How to Watch
“Next Level Baker” premieres December 4 on FOX.
Memphis, show up for one of our own. Chloe’s journey from pandemic layoff to primetime TV is the kind of resilience our city is known for.
Follow her, cheer her on, and keep those cookie orders flowing:
👉 @chloesgiantcookies on TikTok + Instagram
And don’t forget to tune in December 4! Let’s show the world what Memphis bakers are made of. 💪🍪
