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  • homemade chocolate chip cookies

    5 Pro-Baker Tricks To Make Your Chocolate Chip Cookies Taste More Exciting

    We spoke to Christina Tosi, chef and founder of Milk Bar, to get the scoop on ways to elevate your chocolate chip cookies. Here are 5 tips to try.

    By Emmy Schneider-Green August 8th, 2024 Read More
  • Cupcakes with infused whipped cream

    The Simple Hack For Whipped Cream Worthy Of A Bakery Display Case

    Christina Tosi, chef and founder of Milk Bar Bakery, shared advice on how to make your whipped cream show-worthy for your desserts and baked goods.

    By Tony Cooper August 7th, 2024 Read More
  • Gas grill lit

    Tips You Should Know For Cooking Biscuits On A Gas Grill

    If you're looking to switch up the way you cook your biscuits, maybe try out cooking them on a gas grill. Here's how to achieve that impressive feat.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley August 7th, 2024 Read More
  • Container of Dominique Ansel flour

    Is Dominique Ansel's Pastry Flour Worth The Price?

    Dominique Ansel is a name worthy of recognition in the baking world, but how good is her bakery's new pastry flour? We tested it three ways to find out.

    By Kyle Grace Trinidad August 7th, 2024 Read More
  • Raw cookie dough

    What Makes Cottage Cheese Cookie Dough Edible?

    Eating raw cookie dough from the bowl isn't always safe. Here's what makes edible cookie dough, including some homemade versions of the recipe, safe to eat.

    By Sarah Nowicki Nicholson August 6th, 2024 Read More
  • containers of banana pudding

    The Right Way To Layer Banana Pudding So They Don't Turn Brown

    If you want to stop the bananas in your banana pudding from turning brown, you'll need to strategically layer them. Here's how they should be placed.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley August 5th, 2024 Read More
  • Sliced apple tart cooling on a wire rack

    Bake A Dazzling Apple Tart In No Time With 2 Store-Bought Shortcuts

    Baking a beautiful apple tart might seem intimidating, but with a couple of store-bought shortcuts you'll be enjoying a special dessert in no time.

    By Ann Meyer August 5th, 2024 Read More
  • Cheesy casserole in glass dish

    The Reheating Mistake That Can Shatter Your Casserole Dishes

    The best thing about a great casserole is convenient leftovers. The worst part, however, is breaking your dish while making an avoidable mistake.

    By Sara Donnellan August 4th, 2024 Read More
  • Cinnamon rolls

    Make The Swap To Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls And You'll Never Look Back

    Make cinnamon rolls with sourdough for a more balanced flavor and deliciously chewy dough. Once you try it, you'll never want to make them the old way again.

    By Kathryn Steane July 29th, 2024 Read More
  • Piece of caramel chesecake

    How A Water Bath Works To Cook Your Cheesecake

    If you are looking to make the absolute best cheesecake, you'll want to utilize a water bath, but before you do, you should know how it works.

    By Catherine Nyorani July 29th, 2024 Read More
  • Person holding yogurt in supermarket

    2 Easy Ingredient Swaps For Yogurt In A Recipe

    No yogurt, no problem. These two common ingredients make easy swaps in recipes that call for yogurt -- and you might already have them in your fridge.

    By Tim Forster July 29th, 2024 Read More
  • Tomato soup cake illustration

    Great Depression Era Tomato Soup Cake Is Still A Great Shortcut

    During the Great Depression, tomato soup was substituted into cake recipes, replacing the milk, egg, and butter. This baking hack still holds up today.

    By Buffy Naillon July 28th, 2024 Read More
  • Mary Berry smiling

    Mary Berry's Butter Tip To Bake Superior Cakes

    If you want to bake cakes that are as compelling and delicious as Mary Berry's, you'll need to keep her simple yet effective butter advice in mind.

    By Ann Meyer July 28th, 2024 Read More
  • Pink cupcake with sprinkles and white frosting on a kitchen scale

    Bake Perfectly Portioned Cupcakes With A Kitchen Scale Technique

    If you're making a batch of cupcakes at home, the kitchen scale will be your best friend. Here's how to make certain that your cupcakes are even every time.

    By Ann Meyer July 28th, 2024 Read More
  • Rice Krispies Treat and ingredients

    Make Richer Rice Krispie Treats With One Invisible Canned Ingredient

    If you love Rice Krispies Treats but hate the way they tend to dry out rather quickly, you can boost their richness with one creamy pantry staple.

    By Greta Pano July 27th, 2024 Read More
  • Family baking together

    Risky Baking Shortcuts That Are Not Worth Your Time

    Baking shortcuts might seem like a quick way to get the same result, but some common kitchen hacks can result in subpar cookies or cake.

    By Ian Jackson July 27th, 2024 Read More
  • chocolate raspberry cake

    Why You Should Purposefully Drop Freshly Baked Cakes

    Usually, dropping a freshly made dish would be a nightmare for any baker, but this trick will ensure your cakes always come out in tip-top shape.

    By Elias Nash July 26th, 2024 Read More
  • Mary Berry smiling

    Mary Berry's Jam Hack For Better Frosted Cakes

    This cheeky baking shortcut adds a professional finish to your cakes using an ingredient that's probably sitting in your kitchen pantry right now.

    By Kathryn Steane July 25th, 2024 Read More
  • focaccia loaf with tomatoes

    Swap The Water In Your Focaccia With Marinara Sauce And Never Look Back

    Freshly baked bread is always a treat, and focaccia stands out with its pillowy texture and rich flavor. Swap in marinara in place of the water for a twist.

    By Emmy Schneider-Green July 24th, 2024 Read More
  • Paul Hollywood holding dough on stage

    Paul Hollywood's Foolproof Technique To Avoid Soggy Bottom Bakes

    Does your pie crust keep coming out soggy on the bottom? Paul Hollywood's go-to prep tip can help you perfect flaky, solid, droop-free crust.

    By Emmy Schneider-Green July 24th, 2024 Read More
  • Person making springform pan cheesecake

    What Is A Springform Pan And Do You Really Need One For Cheesecake?

    Avid home bakers count on springform pans to help produce the best cheesecakes possible. But what is this specialty bakeware, and is it really necessary?

    By Ann Meyer July 22nd, 2024 Read More
  • Ina Garten smiling

    Measure Your Flour Like Ina Garten For The Best Possible Bakes

    You may think you know all about measuring out flour, but celeb chef Ina Garten has an old school flour measuring method you may wish to try out for yourself.

    By Camryn Teder July 22nd, 2024 Read More
  • Scalding milk in sauce pan

    The Important Reasons A Recipe May Call For Scalding Milk

    Commercially sold milk is pasteurized before hitting stores, so scalding for safety purposes isn't necessary. But that doesn't mean you should ditch the step.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley July 22nd, 2024 Read More
  • Plate of apple rings

    There's A Better Way To Cut Apples For Delicious Hand Pies

    You've likely been cutting apples for hand pies wrong - best practices for full-size pies and hand pies aren't the same. Try this easy slicing hack instead.

    By Buffy Naillon July 21st, 2024 Read More
  • Bread dough proofing in bowl

    The Air Fryer Shortcut To Proof Bread Way Faster

    Forget setting up makeshift bread proofing set-ups in various corners of your kitchen. Instead, just pop it in the air fryer for easier, faster proofing.

    By Catherine Nyorani July 21st, 2024 Read More
  • All-purpose flour in measuring cup

    Turn All-Purpose Flour Into Self-Rising Flour With 2 Staple Ingredients

    If you're a regular baker, you may be familiar with self-rising flour. However, you don't actually need to fill up precious pantry space by stocking up on it.

    By Catherine Nyorani July 21st, 2024 Read More
  • Ina Garten standing in front of a microphone

    The One Brand Of Chocolate Ina Garten Always Bakes With

    Professional chefs can be very picky about the ingredients they use, and culinary icon Ina Garten is no different when it comes to the chocolate she bakes with.

    By Ann Meyer July 20th, 2024 Read More
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