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  • boxes of Jello-O in pile

    Give Sugar Cookies A Pop Of Flavor And Color With A Box Of Jell-O

    Yes, Jell-O can and should be added to bakes like cookies. Bake them from scratch or use a boxed mix, Jell-O will transform your sugar cookies for the better!

    By Mathieson Nishimura 10 months ago Read More
  • Candy-topped brownie batch in container on black table

    14 Best Candy Add-Ins For Over The Top Brownies

    Virtually any batch of brownies can be elevated by including candy. We've assembled a list of the best candy add-ins for over the top brownies.

    By Kyle Grace Trinidad 10 months ago Read More
  • A small loaf of banana bread with walnuts

    Here's Why Your Banana Bread Sinks In The Middle

    Love baking banana bread but can't ever seem to stop it from sinking in the middle? You might be making a few major mistakes while baking. Here's what to know.

    By Kim Ranjbar 10 months ago Read More
  • caucasian woman's hand over two mixing bowls of frosting

    The Best Way To Mix Buttercream Frosting For A Silky Texture With No Air Bubbles

    If you're looking for an easy hack for eliminating air bubbles from your buttercream frosting, look no further. Here's how to prevent those pesky air bubbles.

    By Jaime Jacques 10 months ago Read More
  • Bananas Foster dessert in a cast iron skillet with ice cream

    Skip The Rum And Add A Splash Of Whiskey To Bananas Foster

    If you want to make a boozy upgrade to your classic bananas Foster recipe, consider taking a page from Alton Brown's book and swap the rum with whiskey.

    By Jenna Rapsis 10 months ago Read More
  • 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 10 months ago 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 10 months ago 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 10 months ago 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 10 months ago 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 10 months ago 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 10 months ago 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 10 months ago 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 10 months ago 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 10 months ago 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 10 months ago 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 10 months ago 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 10 months ago 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 10 months ago 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 10 months ago 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 10 months ago 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 10 months ago 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 10 months ago 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 10 months ago 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 10 months ago 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 10 months ago 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 10 months ago 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 11 months ago Read More
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