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  • Chocolate chip cookies with Turbinado sugar in background

    How To Use Turbinado Sugar To Add A Subtle Crunch To Baked Goods

    A course, minimally processed type of sugar, turbinado sugar can add a delicious crunch to baked goods. We asked experts how to incorporate it into home bakes.

    By Brianna Persons Read More
  • Pizza in a portable wood-fired pizza oven outside

    The Best Way To Take Advantage Of Your Pizza Oven While It Cools Down

    If you're baking a fresh, cheesy pie in a backyard pizza oven, make the most of its lingering heat by preparing an additional course as it cools down.

    By Andy Hume Read More
  • Cans of frosting sit on a grocery store shelf

    12 Creative Ways To Use Store-Bought Frosting

    Store-bought frosting is one of the most convenient things out there, but there are more ways you can use it than just on cakes, cupcakes, and other sweets.

    By Isabella Kostolni Read More
  • Cutting a wedding cake

    The Long-Standing Southern Tradition Of The Groom's Wedding Cake

    In the American South, you can often find two beautiful cakes at a classic wedding: the stately white wedding cake and a personalized groom's cake.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley Read More
  • Frosting being piped onto cupcakes.

    Can You Add Tequila To Buttercream Frosting?

    Buttercream frosting is one of those classic, simple recipes everyone should keep in their repertoire. But can you jazz it up with some tequila?

    By Eugenia Lazaris Read More
  • Presenters and judges of The Great British Baking Show behind a table of desserts

    The Most Iconic Desserts Ever Created On The Great British Baking Show

    So many iconic desserts have come out of "The Great British Baking Show." And if you're a fan, you know that. These are some of our favorites of all time.

    By Hayley Verdeyen Read More
  • Giada De Laurentiis portrait photo

    The Gluten-Free Italian Cake That's A Favorite Of Giada De Laurentiis

    For her ideal birthday cake, Giada De Laurentiis wants a classic cake from Capri, featuring plenty of lemon and chocolate and just happens to be gluten free.

    By Jackson Williams Read More
  • Cake batter with air bubbles

    The Simple Way To Get Rid Of Air Bubbles In Batter When Baking

    If you want to achieve flat and level cake layers and pretty macarons, this quick baking hack will solve all of your bubble problems.

    By Sonora Slater Read More
  • young lady shopping for fruit

    14 Unexpected Fruits You Should Be Baking

    The next time you're planning dessert, consider baking with one of these unexpected fruits. You might be surprised by all the delicious options.

    By Tysen Ling Read More
  • Side by side cheesy casseroles

    The Pioneer Woman Vs Kent Rollins: Here's How Their Cowboy Casseroles Stack Up

    The Pioneer Woman and Cowboy Kent Rollins shared recipes online for a cowboy casserole. We made both versions to determine which one we liked better.

    By Koko Paranteau Read More
  • Small clear jar filled with sun-dried tomatoes in oil on a wooden serving board with sliced bread

    Sun-Dried Tomatoes In Oil Are The Bread-Baking Secret Weapon You Never Knew You Needed

    If you're looking to amp up your homemade bread recipe, consider adding sun-dried tomatoes to the mix. Here's why they work so well in homemade bread.

    By Crystal Antonace Read More
  • chicken placed in oven

    What's The Best Temperature To Bake Chicken?

    There's always a slight hesitation when it's time to preheat the oven. What temperature to set it to? If you're baking chicken, it should be this.

    By Nikita Ephanov Read More
  • Cookies surrounded by ingredients

    Use This Extra Ingredient For The Chewiest, Softest Chocolate Chip Cookies

    The chewiest, most tender chocolate chip cookie is within your grasp if you mix this one pantry staple into the dough.

    By Sara Traynor Read More
  • Pouring honey into a measuring cup.

    This Brilliant Mess-Free Baking Hack Makes Measuring Honey A Breeze

    If you've always been vexed by the tacky mess left by measuring honey, we have the perfect baking hack to solve all your sticky woes.

    By Betsy Parks Read More
  • A closeup of a slice of red velvet layer cake.

    The Proper Way To Position Multiple Cakes In The Oven When Baking A Layer Cake

    If you desire neat, perfectly level cake layers, you need to be arranging your pans in a very specific way in the oven. Here's how.

    By Betsy Parks Read More
  • Food personality Ree Drummond appears at an event.

    The Genius Way Ree Drummond Utilizes Mason Jar Lids

    From canning to packing lunches, Mason jars can be utilized in many ways. Take a page out of Ree Drummond's book and put their lids to use for mini desserts.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako Read More
  • Slice of red velvet cake

    The Ingredients That Gave Red Velvet Cake Its Color Before Food Dyes

    Red velvet cake has been around for a long time. But how did it get that signature red color back then? Here's how bakers colored the cake without food dyes.

    By Sara Traynor Read More
  • Chocolate cupcakes with chocolate frosting and sprinkles

    Elevate The Flavor Of Store-Bought Frosting With This Ingredient You Probably Already Have

    If you're looking to level up the flavor of your store-bought frosting, there's one ingredient you should reach for, and it might already be in your pantry.

    By Amanda Berkey Read More
  • Rows of freshly baked croissants

    What To Add To Store-Bought Croissants For A Bakery-Level Dessert

    Take your store-bought croissants to the next level with these toppings. They'll be so delicious, nobody will ever know you didn't bake them yourself.

    By Hanan Z. Naqeeb Read More
  • Jar of honey with honeyycomb

    The Rule Of Thumb When Baking With Honey As A Sugar Replacement

    It's no secret that sugar is a staple when making baked goods. But what should you do if you want to swap in honey for sugar? Here's what you need to know.

    By Craig Mattson Read More
  • Bobby Flay half-smiling and wearing a dark blue button-down shirt

    Bobby Flay's Banana Bread Waffle Trick Breaks All The Rules

    Celebrity chef Bobby Flay has a mouthwatering hack for making banana bread in a waffle iron and pairing it with a sweet and fruity topping.

    By Crystal Antonace Read More
  • Cherry pie with a cherry on top

    It's Easy To Fix Syrupy Store-Bought Cherry Pie Filling In Seconds

    Canned cherry pie filling can have an overly sweet, syrupy consistency, but there are a few simple solutions to improve its flavor and texture.

    By Demi Phillips Read More
  • A big slice of two-layer chocolate cake on a white plate

    Take Your Chocolate Cake To The Next Level With One Simple Swap

    Add even more chocolate to your chocolate cake with a simple switch in the baking prep process. Bonus points: it will make the cake prettier, too.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako Read More
  • Three plain vanilla cupcakes

    How To Dress Up Those Store-Bought Cupcakes So They Look Professional

    There are several ways for you to make those plain grocery store bakery cupcakes look like professional wonders, and none of it requires preheating your oven.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako Read More
  • Assortment of cheeses

    12 Creative Ways To Use Cheese In Your Baking

    Enjoy the versatility of cheese and baking, from savory twists to rich, melty desserts. Add bold flavor and texture to your favorite baked goods.

    By Sarah Dealy Read More
  • Buddy Valastro wearing a white chef's coat

    14 Most Extravagant Cakes Baked By Cake Boss' Buddy Valastro

    Buddy Valastro, known to TLC audiences as "Cake Boss," thrilled viewers with his intricate designs that turned cake-making into high art.

    By Katie Melynn Read More
  • Guy Fieri wearing tinted sunglasses and speaking into a microphone

    Guy Fieri's Mom Gave Him The Best Tip For Preventing Homemade Granola From Burning

    If you want some expert wisdom on how to turn out perfectly golden granola without burning it, turn to Guy Fieri's mother.

    By Crystal Antonace Read More
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