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Baking

  • Chocolate chip cookie ingredients

    The Baking Mix Customers Say Tastes Like It's 'Made From Scratch' (And It's Not Ghirardelli)

    This box mix is easy to use, versatile for you to customize, and fans say it gives you fresh cookies or bars with a homemade taste. Here's how to use it.

    By Jenna Rapsis 2 days ago Read More
  • pastry chef pouring chocolate over a loaf cake

    6 Best Semi-Sweet Chocolates For Baking According To A Baker

    When whipping up a deliciously decadent chocolate dessert at home, it helps to know which semi-sweet products on the market will taste the best.

    By Tysen Ling 3 days ago Read More
  • Overhead shot of baked sourdough bread on a paper sheet with a knife.

    For Sourdough Packed With 10x More Flavor, Swap Water For This Fizzy Drink

    This drink already has some ingredients in common with sourdough, and the range of sweetness and depth it can add to your bread is well worth exploring.

    By Abbe Lewis 4 days ago Read More
  • Celebrity chef Bobby Flay at a red carpet event.

    One Of Bobby Flay's Favorite Fall Desserts Is An Italian Twist On An Apple Pie

    Apple pie is a delicious American classic, but celebrity chef Bobby Flay gets in the fall groove with this Italian twist on this iconic dessert.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako 4 days ago Read More
  • Pillsbury Moist Supreme golden butter cake mix on a store shelf

    Home Cook Completely Disregards Boxed Cake Mix Directions — And The Results Are 10x Better

    Instead of following the directions on the box, this home cook suggests doing the opposite. Here's how this hack works to create a tastier homemade cake.

    By Amanda Berkey 4 days ago Read More
  • Peach cobbler dessert in a baking dish.

    Make Leftover Peach Cobbler Taste Like New In Under 20 Minutes — Here's How

    You can fully reheat your peach cobbler from the crust to the core, without it turning into a soggy mess. All you need is tin foil and your oven.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 5 days ago Read More
  • Dipping a silicon spatula into a frothy egg wash.

    What Is The Best Egg Wash For Puff Pastry?

    As any good baker can tell you puff pastry benefits from an egg wash, but there's more than one kind of egg wash, so which one is best for the job?

    By Abbe Lewis 5 days ago Read More
  • A slice of blueberry pie topped with vanilla ice cream

    Upgrade Blueberry Desserts With This Pantry Staple For A Delightful Sweet Treat

    Whether you're baking blueberries into pie or coffee cake, the fruit's sweet, tangy flavors are even better with this pantry staple that's a must for desserts.

    By Camryn Wimberly 7 days ago Read More
  • Mug brownie in a yellow cup on a yellow saucer topped with chocolate chips, with a kitchen towel, rolling pin, and mason jar of chocolate chips in the background.

    With 90 Seconds And A Few Pantry Staples, Make Mug Brownies Like Magic

    Making brownies does not have to be a big fuss. If you're hankering for something fudgy and chocolatey, you can whip up a batch in just a few minutes.

    By Amanda Berkey 8 days ago Read More
  • Bobby Flay

    For A Richer Pumpkin Pie, Try Bobby Flay's Simple Brown Sugar Twist

    Pumpkin pie is the king of fall desserts, but that doesn't mean it can't be upgraded. Next time, make it richer using Bobby Flay's brown sugar twist.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley 11 days ago Read More
  • assorted chocolate bars

    What The Heck Is Baking Chocolate And How Do You Use It?

    We're unraveling the mysteries of this specialty product that was designed to take into consideration how chocolate changes once melted and baked.

    By Kyle Grace Trinidad 13 days ago Read More
  • Stock photo showing elevated view of cooling rack of homemade chocolate salted caramel brownies cut into square slices.

    Not Canola, Not Vegetable — Boxed Brownies Turn Out 10x Fudgier With This Oil

    Boxed brownies not fudgy enough for your liking? It's easy to pump up the fudge factor of your favorite chocolatey treat with this cooking oil.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 13 days ago Read More
  • Brownies in bowl and on cooling rack

    Not Water, Not Milk — Boxed Brownies Are 10x Richer With This Creamy Liquid

    Boxed brownies are a great way to get dessert on the table quickly, but you should upgrade them with this creamy liquid instead of what's suggested on the box.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley 15 days ago Read More
  • Apple pie with ingredients on gingham surface

    10 Best 1-Ingredient Upgrades For Apple Pie

    Apple pie just may be the most classic American dessert that is perfect as the original recipe, but you can love it even more by adding just one ingredient.

    By Sara Klimek 15 days ago Read More
  • Stack of brownies near pan.

    Make Boxed Brownies Taste Gourmet By Adding One Condiment From Your Fridge

    Add an extra level of moisture and fudgy goodness to your next batch of boxed brownies with one simple condiment that you probably already have.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley 17 days ago Read More
  • close-up of brownie made with soy saucee

    Soy Sauce Is The Secret Ingredient For Bakery-Worthy Brownies

    My editor asked me to try adding soy sauce to brownies, and it turns out it's the secret ingredient for bakery-worthy brownies you can't put down.

    By Amy Andrews 17 days ago Read More
  • Frosted brownies on  paper

    Brownies Are 10x More Flavorful When You Add A Pinch Of This Spice To The Mix

    It doesn't get much better than a homemade tray of brownies, but adding some of this powerful seasoning takes these treats to a whole other level.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley 18 days ago Read More
  • Stack of brownies

    The Bestselling Brownie Mix On Amazon Isn't Betty Crocker Or Ghirardelli

    Out of all the vast and varied boxed brownie mixes on the market, this is the vintage brand that Amazon shoppers gravitate towards the most.

    By Julia Mullaney 18 days ago Read More
  • Dish of pumpkin pie with spice taken out.

    Your Pumpkin Pie Is Good But This Mexican-Inspired Twist Makes It 10x Better

    Level up an already-great pumpkin pie with the addition of two rich, flavorful ingredients that frequently appear together in Mexican cuisine.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley 21 days ago Read More
  • Close-up of a pumpkin muffin with a coarse sugar topping on a folded cloth napkin

    For Bakery-Worthy Pumpkin Muffins, You Can't Skip This Extra Step

    Bakery-worthy treats always have that one extra something that puts them over the top. Here's how to do it for your homemade pumpkin muffins.

    By Crystal Antonace 21 days ago Read More
  • Pumpkin pie with whipped cream and cinnamon on a rustic background, top view.

    Skip Whipped Cream: Try This Tangy, Retro Topping For Pumpkin Pie Instead

    This vintage pumpkin pie topping brings a smooth, creamy contrast to the pie's classic sweetness. Here's how to incorporate it for a tasty result.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 22 days ago Read More
  • Guy Fieri at the Flavortown Tailgate event.

    The Secret To Guy Fieri's 'Killer Chocolate Brownies' Is This Overlooked Vegetable

    Guy Fieri has put a twist on brownies with some unexpected ingredients, but the way he incorporates this tricky sour vegetable takes them to the next level.

    By Amy Andrews 22 days ago Read More
  • autumn pies arranged on a table

    Not Pumpkin, Not Sweet Potatoes: Reach For This Gourd When Making Pies This Fall

    Autumnal pies are among the best part of the season, but there's only so much pumpkin you can handle. Next time, try using this gourd.

    By Megan Shoop-Volz 22 days ago Read More
  • Brownies stacked in a bowl and on a cooling rach with cocoa powder and dark chocolate squares

    Boxed Brownies Are 10x More Flavorful When Paired With This Decadent Topping

    Do your boxed brownies need that little extra oomph to really stand out? Take the treats to the next level by pouring this rich, chocolatey topping over them.

    By Amanda Berkey 24 days ago Read More
  • Brownies in a baking pan.

    Want Better Brownies? Your Baking Pan Makes A Bigger Difference Than You Think

    If you want to level up your homemade brownies, getting better results can be as simple as switching what kind of pan you use. Here's what kind works best.

    By Jenna Rapsis 25 days ago Read More
  • person cutting a cake

    This Simple Knife Technique Creates Clean Cuts In Dessert Every Time

    If you're tired of your knife smashing your dessert, or even just coming up with crumbs and frosting all over it, try this easy knife technique for clean cuts.

    By Amy Andrews 25 days ago Read More
  • Home cooks making apple pie.

    For Apple Pie With 10x The Texture, Make It Pennsylvania Dutch-Style

    If you want your next apple pie to have a heartier, more satisfying mouthfeel, swap out your go-to recipe for a Pennsylvania Dutch apple pie.

    By Crystal Antonace 25 days ago Read More
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