This state is taking holiday treats to another level with an average of 18 hours baking during the season

Kansas residents are the nation’s most passionate holiday bakers, racking up over 18 hours of holiday baking time during the festive season.The results emerged in a survey of 5,000 Americans, split evenly across all 50 states, that examined holiday baking trends, habits and approaches this year.It found that those in The Sunflower State said they’ll spend 18 hours and 36 minutes in the coming weeks — over four hours longer than the national average (14 hours and 12 minutes).Tennessee boasts the most confident bakers when it comes to whipping up holiday treats.Respondents were asked to rate their skillset out of 10, and Tennesseans gave themselves a 7.4, the highest score in the country.The most humble bakers reside in California and Wisconsin, both states scoring their baking prowess at a modest 5.9.Commissioned by Pillsbury Baking and conducted by Talker Research, the survey also examined the popularity of giving baked goods as gifts this holiday.Forty percent of Americans, regardless of the state in which they reside, said they are giving baked goods as gifts this year — with those in Montana (52%) most likely to be doling out homemade treats as presents, the most of any state.Receiving baked goods goes down well — 62% of respondents said this was the best gift to get.

And it’s especially well-received in Virginia, where 72% of respondents agreed they’re the top gift.“It’s touching to see holiday baking cherished as a tradition across the country,” said Eric Mills, marketing director for Pillsbury Baking.“We’re honored to be part of these festive moments — from gifting cookies to loved ones to baking brownies for cozy movie nights, creating treats together is one of the sweetest ways to celebrate the season.”Fifty-six percent of West Virginians describe their kitchens as “chaotic” during the festive season, as compared to the national average of 45%.South Carolinians are most likely to play holiday music while baking, while Texans...