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Baking

  • A loaf of Japanese milk bread on wooden board

    The Traditional Chinese Technique That Yields The Fluffiest Bread

    If you want to upgrade your bread loaf to be the absolute fluffiest around, you need to know this traditional Chinese bread-making technique.

    By Sarah Lintakoon 12 months ago Read More
  • Slice of moist orange pound cake

    Why You Should Be Adding Yogurt To Your Cakes

    According to a baking expert, the secret to creating a richer, moister cake crumb lies in using full-fat, tangy yogurt.

    By Eloise Rollins-Fife 12 months ago Read More
  • Fresh pumpkin pie with a mini pumpkin pie crust decoration

    Why Fresh Pumpkin Is Worse Than Canned For Your Pie

    Though it may seem like the cheater's way to make a pumpkin pie, there's a key reason that canned pumpkin is better for pie baking than homemade puree.

    By Emmy Schneider-Green 12 months ago Read More
  • Fresh ginger root and powdered ground ginger in bowls

    Ground Vs. Fresh Ginger: Which Is Best For Baking Cookies?

    Ginger can mean different things in recipes. Nail the most warm and spicy bake by using the best type of ginger for your next batch of cookies.

    By Lauren Dozier 12 months ago Read More
  • Chicken pot pie in white bowl

    The Expert-Approved Tip For Upgrading Homemade Chicken Pot Pie

    Homemade chicken pot pie is a cozy and comforting staple during the holiday season. To upgrade your recipe, try this tip from a pastry expert.

    By Eloise Rollins-Fife 12 months ago Read More
  • Woman frosting a layer cake

    Effortlessly Decorate Frosted Cakes With The Brilliant Paper Towel Hack

    With this retro paper towel hack, bakers can begin to add an extra element of intricate design to their cake frosting.

    By Robert Haynes-Peterson 12 months ago Read More
  • Apple pie plated next to whole apples

    Easily Upgrade Your Apple Pie With One Warm Spice

    Apple pie is a classic, but that doesn't mean you can't elevate the dessert. According to an expert, including this warm spice is a great way to do that.

    By Allison Lindsey 12 months ago Read More
  • Hand. pulling air fryer drawer out with six muffins

    Your Air Fryer Is The Answer For A Small Batch Of Homemade Muffins

    If you're craving muffins for breakfast, but don't want to deal with the process (and mess) of baking a large batch, make them in your air fryer. Here's how.

    By Ilene V. Smith 12 months ago Read More
  • Boxes of instant yeast and active dry yeast in store

    The Difference Between Active Dry And Instant Yeast Explained

    Bread baking is an intimidating discipline to learn, but it all begins with understanding the simple difference between instant and active dry yeast.

    By Jolee Sullivan 12 months ago Read More
  • cheesecake being sliced

    Prevent Cracks In Your Cheesecake With This Simple Cooling Trick

    While there are many ways to fix a cracked cheesecake, follow this cooling tip to keep it from cracking in the first place.

    By Megan Shoop-Volz 12 months ago Read More
  • A lovely loaf of banana bread sliced fresh from the oven.

    What's The Best Temperature To Bake Banana Bread At, Really?

    Banana bread can be deceptively difficult to bake. If you aren't sure of the optimal oven setting for the quick bread, try this expert's recommended temp.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako 12 months ago Read More
  • Sugar on a spoon with cubes in the background

    The Closest Substitute For Caster Sugar In A Recipe

    Commonly used in delicate baked goods like meringues, caster sugar or superfine sugar has an easy-to-find substitution according to our baking expert.

    By S. Ferrari 12 months ago Read More
  • Pan of cookies in oven

    Why Rotating Your Pans Matters For Baked Goods

    If you've ever wondered whether you can skip this pesky step, don't. We'll explain exactly why you should always rotate your baking pans.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley 12 months ago Read More
  • Flakey apple pie crust

    The Butter Mistake Keeping You From The Flakiest Pie Crusts

    If your pie crust keeps turning out mushy, it's time to change your technique. Here's an expert baker's advice on how to achieve the flakiest pie crust.

    By Ginny Johnson 12 months ago Read More
  • Key lime pie

    Why You Should Never Make Key Lime Pie Filling In Advance

    Don't get carried away when working in advance on your Key lime pie. The pie has a special ingredient that makes time of the essence.

    By Tony Cooper 12 months ago Read More
  • Holding a fresh baked apple pie

    The Easy Way To Make Store-Bought Apple Pie Seem Homemade

    Nothing beats homemade apple pie, except maybe one from the store. Here's how to flip a store-bought apple pie so it tastes like it's straight from the oven.

    By Kim Ranjbar 12 months ago Read More
  • pumpkin pie slice with whipped cream

    The Simple Trick For Making Store-Bought Pumpkin Pie Seem Homemade

    There's nothing wrong with serving store-bought pumpkin pie, but if you want the dessert to seem homemade, try this expert tip to prepare the perfect topping.

    By Greta Pano 12 months ago Read More
  • Docked pie crust with pie weights

    The Simplest Way To Blind Bake A Pie Crust, For The Uninitiated

    If you're baking a pie, you may have stumbled across the term "blind bake" in a recipe. Here's an easy, expert-approved method for completing this crucial step.

    By Ginny Johnson 12 months ago Read More
  • Fresh cinnamon rolls with powdered sugar

    The Delicious Ingredient You Should Actually Avoid For Better Cinnamon Rolls

    If you're making homemade cinnamon rolls, make sure that you're incorporating this key ingredient perfectly. Here's why.

    By Ginny Johnson 12 months ago Read More
  • A person removes a pie from the oven in profile.

    How To Make The Most Of A Store-Bought Pie Crust

    There's no shame in baking with a store-bought pie crust. In fact, we asked an expert which type is best for the task, plus how to elevate it for a better pie.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako 12 months ago Read More
  • Different Costco items on gray background and Costco logo

    13 Baking Staples To Stock Up On At Costco

    You can get great deals buying bulk ingredients at Costco, especially for baking. Find out the best baking ingredients to buy during your next Costco trip.

    By Katie Melynn 12 months ago Read More
  • Sliced pound cake on a white plate with berries

    Jacques Pépin's Upgrade On Pound Cake Couldn't Be Simpler

    Make store-bought cake look like a million bucks. Jacques Pépin upgrades a pound cake using an ingredient you might already have in your kitchen.

    By Raven Brunner 12 months ago Read More
  • Hands making pizza dough with ingedients

    The Liquid To Always Keep In Your Workspace When Stretching Pizza Dough

    If you're struggling with particularly sticky pizza dough, skip the all-purpose flour and reach for this ingredient instead.

    By Chloe O'Donnell 12 months ago Read More
  • cups of original pretzel bites and cinnamon sugar bites spilling out of cup with sweet glaze dip beside them

    How To Recreate Auntie Anne's Sweet Glaze Dip At Home

    If you're a big fan of Auntie Anne's delicious sweet glaze dip, you'll be happy to know you can make it at home with only three ingredients.

    By Megan Lim 12 months ago Read More
  • Decorated gingerbread house next to ingredient bowls with desiccated coconut and rice krispie treats

    How To Take Your Gingerbread House To The Next Level

    For any home baking enthusiast tempted to build a gingerbread house for the holidays, here's some expert advice for better gingerbread construction.

    By Taylor Murray 12 months ago Read More
  • Mini baked meringue cookies

    10 Common Mistakes Everyone Makes When Baking Meringue

    Baking meringue can be a challenge, even for experienced bakers. It helps to know these common mistakes, and some pro tips for avoiding them.

    By Nikki Cervone 12 months ago Read More
  • Strawberries in a pot with sugar

    The Science Behind Macerating Berries For A Sweeter Dessert

    Thanks to a few scientific principles, macerating fresh berries in sugar or a sugary liquid can create the sweetest, most tender berries.

    By Faefyx Collington 12 months ago Read More
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