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Baking

  • Thin Mint cookies

    Ritz Cracker Thin Mints Taste Like The Real Thing And Only Require 2 Ingredients

    You can make your very own DIY version of Thin Mints from just two ingredients. Whip up a batch for occasions when you feel a sweet tooth coming on.

    By Kathryn Steane August 19th, 2024 Read More
  • Milk poured over tres leches

    Evaporated Milk Vs Sweetened Condensed Milk: What They Are And When You Should Use Them

    Evaporated milk and sweetened condensed milk are often lumped together, but they're very different. One is sugary sweet and one has no added sugar at all.

    By Chloe O'Donnell August 18th, 2024 Read More
  • Piece of brownie cake with hazelnuts

    The Extra Step You Need Before Baking With Hazelnuts

    Whether you include hazelnuts as simple add-ins or as one of the main ingredients in a dessert, some critical work needs to go into preparing them for the bake.

    By Catherine Nyorani August 18th, 2024 Read More
  • Artisan sourdough bread and bannetons

    Why You Need A Banneton To Bake Perfect Bread

    Implementing a banneton into your bread-making routine will help your dough rise into a beautiful shape and create the perfect crusty skin for your bread.

    By Catherine Nyorani August 18th, 2024 Read More
  • Cream cheese brownies

    The Office Supply You Might Need For Accident-Free Bakes

    Parchment paper is tricky to nestle inside of a tin, but binder clips are here to save the day. Here's what you need to know before you try this hack at home.

    By Kathryn Steane August 17th, 2024 Read More
  • sweet potato crème brûlée

    Reinvent Your Crème Brûlée By Making It Inside A Sweet Potato

    This Japanese spin on the classic French dessert is making the rounds on social media. Not only is it delicious, but its deceptively simple to make at home.

    By Allie Ward August 13th, 2024 Read More
  • Fresh and canned fruits

    13 Canned Fruits You Should Have In Your Pantry

    Canned fruits should be a staple of your pantry. From creating elegant fruit cocktails to delectable cobblers in any season, we're here to explain why

    By Emily M Alexander August 12th, 2024 Read More
  • Mary Berry smiling

    Mary Berry's Go-To Technique To Soften Butter Quickly

    One of the easiest mistakes a home baker can make is using butter that isn't soft enough. Luckily, Mary Berry has a simple technique to soften it quickly.

    By Kathryn Steane August 12th, 2024 Read More
  • A slice of pumpkin cheesecake

    The Difference Between Cream Cheese Pie And Cheesecake

    If you thought that cream cheese pie and cheesecake were the same, you'd be incorrect. There are some major differences between the desserts.

    By Buffy Naillon August 12th, 2024 Read More
  • Christina Tosi press photo

    Butter Vs Shortening: Christina Tosi Weighs In On What's Best For Pie Crust

    Christina Tosi, the chef and founder behind Milk Bar, knows the secret to baking unforgettable pie crusts. Here's her advice on which fats to use for flakiness.

    By Elias Nash August 11th, 2024 Read More
  • Cheese souffle in ramekin

    The Baking Soda Swap You Need For Lofty, Cloud-Like Bakes

    While baking is a science that requires specific techniques and ingredients, sometimes a good baking soda swap can help create an even fluffier bake.

    By Catherine Nyorani August 11th, 2024 Read More
  • Sliced view of black forest cake

    The Plate Hack For Perfect Cake Layers Every Time

    Crafting perfectly even, exact cake layers can be incredibly challenging regardless of skill but this surprisingly simple plate hack makes it a total breeze.

    By Catherine Nyorani August 11th, 2024 Read More
  • Sugar crust on yellow bundt cake

    Give Your Cakes A Delicious Crust With One Simple Swap

    A homemade cake baked with love is a beautiful thing, but you can give the dessert a major textural upgrade by making one super easy substitution.

    By Tracy Chabala August 11th, 2024 Read More
  • 00 flour bags and dough

    What Is 00 Flour And Why Does Your Recipe Call For It

    00 flour has unique characteristics and specific uses, and they range wider than you might think. Here is what to know about using it in pizza and baking.

    By Kyle Grace Trinidad August 10th, 2024 Read More
  • Chocolate chip cookies on a drying rack

    3 Tips For Extra Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies

    If you prefer your chocolate chip cookies to be thick and chewy rather than crumbly or crisp, we asked one cookie expert for some help on how to get there.

    By Camryn Teder August 9th, 2024 Read More
  • Key lime pie with whipped piping and lime slices

    3 Secret Ingredients That Make Key Lime Pie Taste Even Better

    While people love the refreshing tang of key lime pie, chef Christina Tosi recommends adding three secret ingredients to make your pie even more delicious.

    By Ann Meyer August 8th, 2024 Read More
  • 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
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