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  • Overhead view of chocolate chip dough in a white bowl

    The Worst Flour For Bread And Cookies Is Not The One You'd Expect

    Nothing is worse than your favorite cookie or bread recipe coming out flat, hard, or gooey. Here's why you should avoid our topic pick for the worst flour.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 6 months ago Read More
  • Cake batter in clear bowl with hand mixer

    Can You Freeze And Store Cake Batter?

    If you've ever wondered whether you could make a whole bunch of different cake batters and freeze them for cakes on demand, here's what you should know.

    By Jackson Williams 6 months ago Read More
  • A white plate sits inside of a white microwave

    The Clever Baking Hack Hiding In Your Microwave

    Make your next cake baking project easier than ever before with a simple but genius trick that's sitting in plain sight inside your microwave.

    By Georgina Jedikovska 6 months ago Read More
  • cake and wine on a table

    4 Best Boozes To Add To Cake

    Various spirits and drafts have been added to cakes for centuries, and for good reason: The combo is divine. Here are some of the best boozes to incorporate.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 6 months ago Read More
  • A ceramic bowl of dried cranberries over a metal tabletop, more dried cranberries in the background.

    The Flour-Dusting Step That's Crucial When Adding Mix-Ins To Baked Goods

    Adding mix-ins to baked goods can be stressful since there's a risk of them sinking to the bottom ... unless you take advantage of this flour-dusting tip.

    By Andy Hume 6 months ago Read More
  • Close-up photo of blueberry cobbler

    Your Fruit Cobbler Is Soggy Because It's Lacking This Vital Addition

    Is your fruit cobbler a bit too runny for your liking? Whether you're working with peaches or apples, help is on the way with this versatile kitchen ingredient.

    By Amanda Berkey 6 months ago Read More
  • Ina Garten laughing.

    How Ina Garten Infuses Baked Potatoes With Tons Of Extra Flavor

    Ina Garten strives to make every dish the most flavorful and delicious one possible, so even when she has an unorthodox way of baking potatoes, we listen.

    By M Lavelle 6 months ago Read More
  • Tubs of store-bought frosting on wooden surface

    7 Store-Bought Frosting Brands, Ranked Worst To Best

    Grabbing a tub of frosting from the store is the quickest way to put those finishing touches on your dessert. Here are the ones we like most to do just that.

    By Sara Klimek 6 months ago Read More
  • Star cookies

    The Perfect Time To Add Liquor To Your Cookie Batter For Flavor Beyond Belief

    Did you know that you can add liquor to your cookie recipe to deepen the sweet flavors? Well, it's pretty easy. Here's the best way to do it.

    By Amelie Maurice-Jones 6 months ago Read More
  • Person voting at a polling booth

    The Vintage Spiced Cake That Early Voters Got As A Reward For Showing Up

    Today, you often receive an "I Voted" sticker and a smile after casting your ballot. However, voters used to receive a delicious slice of spiced cake.

    By Tim Forster 6 months ago Read More
  • Cider cake with a piece on a serving spoon

    The Old School Cake That Became One Of The Most Popular Desserts Of Early America

    Many confections have come and gone over the centuries, but this old school alcohol-infused cake was once one of the most popular desserts of early America.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 6 months ago Read More
  • Close-up of muffins in parchment paper cut

    DIY Parchment Paper Baking Cups Make Homemade Muffins Look Like They're Straight From A Café

    Creating tulip baking cups for muffins may sound like a complicated endeavor, but this simple DIY hack will make you seem like a professional baker.

    By Amy Andrews 6 months ago Read More
  • Chef Duff Goldman at the culinary stage at BottleRock in Napa, California.

    Duff Goldman's Secret To Fluffier Egg Whites Couldn't Be Easier

    Baking can be difficult, and celebrity chef Duff Goldman has a secret to share when it comes to egg whites. However, you may want to take the advice carefully.

    By Andy Hume 6 months ago Read More
  • boxes of instant and active yeast

    How Much Instant Dry Yeast You Should Use In Place Of Active

    If you've just started a new baking project and are all out of active yeast, but did find some instant dry yeast, don't fret. Here's how to swap the two types.

    By Jessica Riggio 6 months ago Read More
  • frosting being piped onto a cupcake

    The Best Way To Thicken Up Store-Bought Frosting So It's Ready To Pipe

    If you're decorating a cake, sometimes store-bought frosting isn't the most effective. However, this hack works wonders for store-bought frosting. Here's why.

    By Megan Shoop-Volz 6 months ago Read More
  • Sliced orange cake next to an orange slice on a wooden table

    Butter Vs. Foam Cakes: What's The Difference?

    Butter cakes and foam cakes are actually very different, and mixing up the two could turn a birthday party into a sprinkle-coated nightmare!

    By Hanan Z. Naqeeb 6 months ago Read More
  • closeup of a charred hot dog in a bun

    The Trick To Charring Hot Dogs Without A Grill

    The best way to cook a hot dog is on the grill, no question, but not everyone has one. If you don't, don't worry. Here's a way to char them without one.

    By Marco Sumayao 6 months ago Read More
  • blueberry muffins cooling on a rack.

    It's Ridiculously Easy To Give Muffins Bigger, Fluffier Tops

    If you want to make fluffy, airy muffins with large tops, you need to know this easy baking trick that will give your muffins more room to expand.

    By M Lavelle 6 months ago Read More
  • Variety of bagels on baking sheet

    Here's How To Tell When Your Bagel Dough's Bulk Fermentation Is Finished

    Making bagels at home means ensuring all the steps in the process are completed. This is how to tell when your bagel dough's bulk fermentation is finished.

    By Craig Mattson 6 months ago Read More
  • Shaped bagels on a baking tray.

    The Best Flour For Bagels With The Perfect Texture

    When making your own bagels, that perfect, dense texture is likely one of your top goals. One type of flour will yield the results you're looking for.

    By Tim Forster 6 months ago Read More
  • raspberry flummery in stemmed glasses

    Mix Evaporated Milk And Jell-O Together For An Old School Dessert You'll Love

    This simple two-ingredient dessert combines pantry staples for a creamy, dreamy treat that promises plenty of nostalgic enjoyment.

    By Megan Shoop-Volz 6 months ago Read More
  • Assortment of baked foods

    Make Your Bakes 10x Better With This Fruit You Probably Haven't Considered Before

    Baking with fruit is a practice old as the art itself. This surprising fruit is a delicious option for adding natural sweetness and flavor to any dessert.

    By Hanan Z. Naqeeb 6 months ago Read More
  • Julia Child smiling

    The Egg Technique Julia Child Used For Fudgy Brownies

    Brownies can be made with a few different textures depending on how you approach them. For fudgy brownies, Julia Child would employ this egg-based technique.

    By Allie Fasanella 6 months ago Read More
  • Almond croissants

    Frangipane, Almond Cream, And Almond Paste: How To Know What Your Recipe Needs

    If you're looking to bake something with a delicious almond filling, it's important to know the difference between your frangipane and your almond paste.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley 6 months ago Read More
  • bowl of fresh whipped cream on a table

    Stabilize Your Whipped Cream With This Simple Addition

    For a whipped cream topping that lasts longer than a few hours and doesn't fall flat, use this other dairy ingredient to help stabilize it.

    By Megan Shoop-Volz 6 months ago Read More
  • Freshly made brownies

    The Best Boxed Brownie Mix Is Nearly Flawless (Except For This One Thing)

    We ranked some of the best boxed brownie mixes out there, and there was one clear winner. Though it too has a fault, it's not enough to be a deal-breaker.

    By Dhruv Trivedi 6 months ago Read More
  • Ina Garten holding a microphone.

    Ina Garten Adds These 3 Chocolates To Her Chocolate Loaf Cake, And So Should You

    The Barefoot Contessa elevates a simple chocolate loaf cake into a truly decadent dessert using three different forms of chocolate in her recipe.

    By Betsy Parks 6 months ago Read More
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