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Baking

  • Ina Garten smiling

    Ina Garten Only Uses One Type Of Egg When Baking

    Baking is a science, so precision is essential to achieve the best results every time, even when it comes to egg sizes. Here's the one Ina Garten always uses.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako January 13th, 2025 Read More
  • A bottle a glass of non-dairy milk with a bowl of oats and almonds on the side

    The Worst Dairy-Free Milk You Can Use For Baking

    Not all dairy-free milks are suitable for baking. Here's which dairy-free milk to avoid, and which one you should use for better bakes instead.

    By Ginny Johnson January 13th, 2025 Read More
  • Overhead of cinnamon rolls

    Frozen Bread Dough Is Your Shortcut To Homemade Cinnamon Rolls

    If you're looking for an easier way to make cinnamon rolls on demand, pre-made frozen bread dough is here to save the day.

    By Megan Shoop-Volz January 13th, 2025 Read More
  • Ina Garten being interviewed

    The Flavor Ina Garten Uses To Put An Elegant Twist On Frozen Hot Chocolate

    Frozen hot chocolate might be an oxymoron, but it's also an incredibly rich and decadent treat. Ina Garten has a flavor twist that makes it even better.

    By Ginny Johnson January 12th, 2025 Read More
  • Overhead of sliced German chocolate cake

    German Chocolate Cake Has Nothing To Do With Germany

    Though its name may make you think of the European country, German chocolate cake has more to do with the American South than anywhere else.

    By Megan Shoop-Volz January 12th, 2025 Read More
  • Sweet potato pie topped with whipped cream

    How To Prep Your Spuds For The Tastiest Sweet Potato Pie

    For that sweet, toasty, and utterly creamy sweet potato pie filling that melts in your mouth like butter, consider how you cook and prep your tubers.

    By Allison Lindsey January 12th, 2025 Read More
  • Nine bourbon balls on a white background

    How To Customize Kentucky Bourbon Balls For Any Occasion

    If you're a fan of Kentucky bourbon balls, consider trying your hand at one of the many ways you can customize this delicious treat.

    By Rachel Shulhafer Haeseley January 10th, 2025 Read More
  • Blueberry pie with lattice

    Say Goodbye To Runny Fruit Pies With This Thickening Tip

    A good fruit pie is one of the tastiest desserts known to man, but the juicest fruits often make for a runny pie. This thickening tip helps avoid this issue.

    By S. Ferrari January 8th, 2025 Read More
  • deli meat pastry roll on cutting board

    Deli Meat Is The Easy Filling To Try In Pastries

    There are so many ways you can use deli meat in pastries, whether to make an easy on-the-go breakfast, party food platter, or just a savory snack.

    By Jessica Riggio January 8th, 2025 Read More
  • Ina Garten

    The Store-Bought Ingredient Ina Garten Thinks Is Just Fine To Use When Baking

    Ina Garten knows how to make a great homemade dessert. However, she also knows that some ingredients aren't always worth making from scratch. Here's why.

    By Lauren Dozier January 7th, 2025 Read More
  • creamy textured vanilla frosting

    You're 3 Ingredients Away From The Easiest Cake Frosting

    If you need to whip up a quick and easy frosting for your homemade cake, this foolproof recipe is for you. Here's how to make it.

    By Megan Shoop-Volz January 7th, 2025 Read More
  • Jacques Torres doing a cooking demo

    Use Chef Jacques Torres' Tip For Better Chocolate Chip Cookies

    Most chocolate chip cookie recipes call for plain old all-purpose flour. But Jacques Torres calls for both cake flour and bread flour for good reason.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley January 6th, 2025 Read More
  • Gordon Ramsay smiling

    Gordon Ramsay's Pro-Tip For Baking A Light And Airy Sponge Cake

    Baking a light and airy sponge cake can be tricky. Fortunately, celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay has a helpful tip for perfecting its texture.

    By S. Ferrari January 6th, 2025 Read More
  • Uncooked pie crust on a pastry mat with a rolling pin

    The Quick Pinch Test To Check If Your Pie Dough Needs More Water

    This tip really helps out in a pinch. Here's how to do the pinch test on your pie dough to make sure it's perfectly hydrated with the right amount of water.

    By Kim Ranjbar January 5th, 2025 Read More
  • A variety of colorful macarons

    The Worst Mistake You Can Make When Aiming For Perfect Macaron Feet

    Macarons are notoriously finicky to bake. But you won't want to miss the simple step that makes the difference between frilly feet and, well, not that.

    By Sonora Slater January 5th, 2025 Read More
  • Bowl of pumpkin puree

    Never Skip One Important Step When Adding Pumpkin Puree To Baked Goods

    Pumpkin puree is a great way to add color and flavor to baked goods, but you should make sure to account for its high water content when using it in recipes.

    By Robert Haynes-Peterson January 4th, 2025 Read More
  • Strawberries dipped in white chocolate

    White Chocolate Vs Candy Melts: What's The Difference?

    White chocolate and candy melts are both used to coat all kinds of sweet treats. However, they differ in a few key ways, from ingredients to flavor.

    By Ginny Johnson January 4th, 2025 Read More
  • Ina Garten against a black backdrop

    Why Ina Garten Starts Prepping The Night Before She Bakes Cookies

    When it comes to professional chefs and bakers, few are as experienced as Ina Garten. She likes to prep her cookies the night before. Here's why.

    By Raven Brunner January 4th, 2025 Read More
  • four herb bundles side by side, including rosemary, sage, cilantro, and lavender

    Herbs Aren't Just For Savory Meals

    If you need to use up those leftover herbs from your garden, try adding them to dishes that are on the sweeter side. Here's how.

    By Sonora Slater January 2nd, 2025 Read More
  • buckwheat flour in a wooden bowl

    Why Buckwheat Pancakes Are A Cornerstone Of West Virginian Cooking

    In West Virginia, buckwheat pancakes have a special place on the dinner table. Much of the griddles cake's popularity is due to nutritious buckwheat.

    By Megan Shoop-Volz January 2nd, 2025 Read More
  • A pie with a browned crust on top of a towel

    How To Save Your Pie Crust From Burning With A Piece Of Tin Foil

    Looking to avoid a burnt pie crust? Thankfully there is an easy hack that only requires aluminum foil and results in a perfectly browned crust.

    By Raven Brunner January 1st, 2025 Read More
  • Actor Audrey Hepburn

    The Secret To Audrey Hepburn's Chocolate Cake? A Shocking Amount Of Eggs

    Audrey Hepburn is one of Hollywood's most-revered stars. She was also a skilled baker, and even had her own famous cake recipe with a shocking amount of eggs.

    By Andrew Amelinckx January 1st, 2025 Read More
  • A selection of pre-made cookie dough packages on a white counter

    Store-Bought Cookie Dough Ranked Worst To Best

    When you need to bake a batch of cookies, buying store-bought cookie dough is the quickest option. Find out which popular cookie dough brands are worth baking.

    By Katie Melynn December 30th, 2024 Read More
  • Three different muffins on a wooden plate

    The Mason Jar Lid Hack That Lets You Say Goodbye To Your Muffin Tin

    Don't limit yourself to a dozen muffins. Bake as little or as many as you want using this easy Mason jar lid hack for perfect muffins every time.

    By Raven Brunner December 30th, 2024 Read More
  • Duncan Hines yellow cake mix on a store shelf

    How To Easily Turn Store-Bought Yellow Cake Mix Into Spice Cake

    For festive flavor at home, you can turn your store-bought yellow cake mix into a spice cake. This dessert's muted, fragrant quality will warm you up in winter.

    By Lauren Dozier December 29th, 2024 Read More
  • smooth tahini in a clay bowl over a pile of sesame seeds

    Why Tahini Works So Well In Cookies

    The next time you roll up your sleeves to make a batch of cookies, try adding tahini to the mix. Here's why the nutty paste works so well in these baked treats.

    By Megan Shoop-Volz December 29th, 2024 Read More
  • Frosted cookies cooling on a wire rack

    The Simple Frosting Swap You Need For Ridiculously Delicious Cookies

    The next time you decorate cookies, take inspiration from this classic Italian dessert and substitute your go-to frosting brand or recipe for this topping.

    By Aspen Oblewski December 28th, 2024 Read More
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