Earth Balance Launches 4th Annual Holiday Bake-Off

BOULDER, Colo. — Earth Balance announced its 4th Annual Holiday Bake-Off competition, to take place from November 18-December 22, 2013 at http://mjr.earthbalancenatural.com/earth-balance-holiday-bake-off-2013/

The competition, which will be guest-judged by Kim Barnouin of Skinny Bitch, is a Holiday-inspired recipe competition that will reward innovative plant-based dessert recipes using Earth Balance products. The grand prize winner will receive a Mile High Vegan Vacation, a year's supply of Earth Balance products, Whole Foods Market Gift Cards, and more.

One grand prize winner will receive a Mile High Vegan Vacation for two including full airfare to Denver, Colorado, accommodations at the St. Julien Hotel and Spa in Earth Balance's hometown of Boulder, car rental, $1,000 in spending money, and a slate of action-packed vegan activities including meals, a cooking lesson, a year's supply of Earth Balance products, and a chance to tour the Earth Balance offices. In addition, four weekly winners will receive a $50 Whole Foods Market gift card and a year's supply of Earth Balance products, and four category winners will get the chance to win a year's supply of Earth Balance and a $150 Whole Foods Market gift card. A Pinspiration winner, an individual selected for their unique bake-off inspired Pinterest board, will receive a $150 Whole Foods Market gift card. Finally, one of the first 100 entrants will be selected to win a $400 Whole Foods Market gift card.

The 2013 Holiday Bake-Off is the fourth such competition hosted by Earth Balance and was designed to showcase the versatility and creative potential of the full line of plant-based products from Earth Balance. The winners will be announced on January 7, 2014. For more information and official rules, visit http://mjr.earthbalancenatural.com/earth-balance-holiday-bake-off-2013/

About Earth Balance:
Based in Boulder, Colo., Earth Balance® produces a line of delicious buttery spreads, shortenings, nut butters, soymilk, coconut spread, alternative mayo and snacks. All Earth Balance products are plant-based, vegan, made without artificial ingredients and hydrogenated oils, and are free of gluten, lactose and eggs, offering a delicious alternative for individuals with food sensitivities and those seeking healthier options for their favorite foods. Earth Balance products are a great complement to cooking and baking and some can be enjoyed on their own. Earth Balance strongly supports the Non-GMO Project and sustainable agriculture practices, and all Earth Balance® products are made without genetically modified ingredients.  Earth Balance promotes a plant-based diet and earth-friendly lifestyle through its Made Just Right™ online social community. Earth Balance is a division of GFA Brands, Inc., an operating affiliate of Boulder Brands, Inc. For more information, visit www.EarthBalanceNatural.com and www.MadeJustRight.com.

Source:  Earth Balance