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Baking

  • 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 16 hours 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 21 hours 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 3 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 4 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 6 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 8 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 9 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 10 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 11 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 12 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 13 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 13 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 14 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 17 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 17 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 17 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 17 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 18 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 20 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 20 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 20 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 20 days ago Read More
  • A stack of fudgy brownies on a plate.

    Boxed Brownies Are So Much More Intense With This Ingredient From Your Bar In The Batter

    You can easily up the intensity and complexity of boxed brownies with this one simple ingredient swap. And it may already be in your home bar.

    By Abbe Lewis 21 days ago Read More
  • A bowl of freshly whipped cream with the mixer used just above the bowl and eggs and spices seen on the table

    The Key Difference Between Heavy Cream And Whipping Cream

    If you've ever scanned the dairy section of your store wondering about the difference between heavy cream and whipping cream, this is for you.

    By JC Gonzalez 21 days ago Read More
  • Stack of three brownies tied together with twine with a cooling rack of brownies in the background

    Give Boxed Brownies A Deep, Nutty Flavor With A Drop Of This Baking Staple

    There's a chance you might already have this baking staple in your pantry, and it's perfect for boxed brownie mix. Here's why the flavors work so well together.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako 21 days ago Read More
  • Plate of brownies

    Give Brownies 10x Better Flavor By Adding This Common Spice

    Is your go-to brownie recipe getting a bit boring? Give it a flavor boost with this spicy addition that's sure to add more depth to the baked goods' richness.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley 22 days ago Read More
  • A plate of brownies next to a wire rack of brownies with crumbs scattered throughout the background

    Boxed Brownies Get 10x The Flavor When You Add This Pantry Staple

    Want to make chewier brownies with a delicious caramelized, nutty flavor from a box mix? You just need to add one simple ingredient to your batter.

    By Camryn Wimberly 24 days ago Read More
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