Amateur baker Elara's dream of winning the prestigious Golden Rolling Pin competition turns into a nightmare when the arrogant head judge is found dead, covered in flour and a single, damning clue from her signature cake. With the police convinced she's the culprit, Elara must sift through a mix of jealous rivals, secretive food critics, and a suspiciously friendly fellow baker—all while following a trail of midnight footprints that lead to shocking small-town secrets. Can she prove her innocence before the timer runs out and she's put away for a crime she didn't bake?