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  • Woman's hands mixing batter at counter next to jar of flour, milk jug, and eggs

    What Happens When You Use Too Much Flour When Baking Cakes

    Many things can go wrong when baking a cake. So, to avoid making a major faux pas, refrain from pouring an excessive amount of flour into your batter.

    By Courtney Iseman 14 hours ago Read More
  • classic plate of French toast

    Give French Toast A Major Flavor Boost With Just One Ingredient

    French toast is a breakfast and brunch staple, but it can always be improved upon — and this one simple ingredient takes it up an entirely different level.

    By Deb Kavis 5 days ago Read More
  • A chocolate frosted sheet cake, resting on a baking sheet on a wire rack

    How To Cut A Sheet Cake Like A Pro — Just Use The Grid Method

    The grid method makes it easy to cut a sheet cake into neat, evenly sized pieces, whether you're serving it for parties, birthdays, and other gatherings.

    By Sean Bell 6 days ago Read More
  • slices of brownies on a white plate

    The Best Ghirardelli Brownie Mix Is The 'Ultimate' Pick For Chocolate Lovers

    Ghirardelli makes dozens of popular boxed baking mixes sold at grocery stores across the country, but fans say this one is the absolute best.

    By Julia Holland 6 days ago Read More
  • A tube of cookie dough on a cutting board being sliced into uniform medallions and laid out on a baking sheet in the background

    The Easiest Fruit Cobbler Starts With A Tube Of Refrigerated Cookie Dough

    Summer is the perfect season for cobbler. This hack makes it even easier to prepare while opening the door for a lot of exciting flavor combos.

    By Zoë Lourey-Christianson 7 days ago Read More
  • Chocolate cake in a cake pan

    Should You Store Baked Goods In Metal Cake Pans After They Cool?

    Here's whether you store baked goods in their metal cake pan after they cool, or if you should use another storage method for preserving freshness and texture.

    By Sara Klimek 10 days ago Read More
  • A close-up of a cake pan in the oven

    Nordic Ware Vs Wilton Cake Pans: What's The Difference?

    Nordic Ware and Wilton produce excellent cake pans for pro and novice bakers alike, but they’re not created equal. Which brand is best for your baking needs?

    By Allison Forsyth 11 days ago Read More
  • Person greasing a Bundt cake pan

    Forget Butter: Grease Cake Pans With This 3-Ingredient Mix For The Best Results

    Ditch the butter and use this sticky mix, which is a three-ingredient mixture often added to cake pans to prevent its contents from sticking.

    By Sara Klimek 11 days ago Read More
  • aerial photo of a sliced mushroom and asparagus quiche on white plate

    Say Goodbye To Pie Crust: A Smarter, More Flavorful Way To Upgrade Your Quiche

    Quiche is a quintessential brunch dish, but with all the mix-ins, the crust falls into the background — that is, unless you use this one ingredient upgrade.

    By Luna Regina 15 days ago Read More
  • Lemon tart in a shell with lemon pieces

    Say Goodbye To Bland Lemon Pies — This Under-The-Radar Filling Is The Clear Winner

    Lemon desserts should never be bland, they should be tangy, bright, and punchy — and for that, all you need is a pack of this one brand of filling.

    By Sara Klimek 16 days ago Read More
  • Piece of coffee cake on a plate with fork

    The Secret To Better Boxed Coffee Cake Is Sitting In Your Fruit Bowl

    One upgrade that you may have never thought to try is to add this fruit to your coffee cake boxed mix.

    By Sara Klimek 16 days ago Read More
  • A cake is baking in the oven.

    Why Using Baking Sheets Under Your Cake Pans Is So Smart

    There's nothing worse than opening the oven expecting to see a perfectly baked cake and instead finding a mess of overflowed batter. A baking sheet solves that.

    By Luna Regina 17 days ago Read More
  • A slice peeking out from from a freshly baked Bundt cake topped with orange peel and powdered sugar

    Bundt Vs Tube Cake Pans: What's The Actual Difference

    Make no mistake: Bundt pans and tube pans aren't the same. Although there are some similarities between the bakeware, each serve a unique purpose.

    By Martha Brennan 18 days ago Read More
  • A person spreading chocolate frosting on a cake using an offset icing spatula

    Make Bakery-Worthy Boxed Cake When You Change This Oven Setting (It's Beyond Easy)

    There are many ways you can upgrade boxed cake mix. By making this one simple change to your oven, the cake will have a better texture and have more flavor.

    By Dee Lopez 19 days ago Read More
  • Glazed cinnamon rolls

    Got Extra Puff Pastry? Make Cinnamon Rolls With Just 3 Simple Ingredients

    Craving homemade cinnamon rolls without the extra effort? Whip them up in less than 30 minutes with this simple three-ingredient puff pastry hack.

    By Elizabeth Okosun 20 days ago Read More
  • Two fudgy brownies on a white plate

    Don't Follow The Instructions On The Box. Make Brownies This Way Instead

    Boxed brownies, while convenient, often lack a special something. Luckily, a textural upgrade awaits you when you disregard the baking instructions.

    By Martha Brennan 21 days ago Read More
  • Walmart's bakery section

    14 Walmart Bakery Items That Make Easy Summer Cookout Desserts

    From sheet cakes to cookies and other ready-made sweets, these 14 Walmart bakery items make easy, crowd-pleasing desserts for summer cookouts.

    By Wendy Leigh 22 days ago Read More
  • Various loaves of bread tucked together

    Don't Microwave Bread Without This One Extra Item

    Forget everything you know about warming bread in the microwave. If you add this one extra item, the appliance can work wonders to refresh loaves.

    By Amanda Berrill 24 days ago Read More
  • A sliced banana bread surrounded by bananas and cinnamon sticks

    Change Up Basic Banana Bread With One High-Protein Ingredient For Moist Results

    This ingredient beefs up banana bread with more protein and gives it a softer, more tender crumb. It's easy to add and can be used in place of butter or oil.

    By Martha Brennan 25 days ago Read More
  • Brookie squares on a kitchen counter

    Skip The Standard Brookie And Try This Brownie-Cookie Mashup Instead

    Everyone knows and loves brookies, but if you're looking for a new and better way to enjoy the flavors of the beloved treat, try out this baking method instead.

    By Luna Regina 26 days ago Read More
  • loaf of sourdough bread on board with starter

    What Beginners Always Get Wrong With Sourdough, According To An Expert

    Of the many mistakes that you could make with your sourdough, there's one avoidable error that most novice bakers have yet to consider.

    By Martha Brennan 27 days ago Read More
  • A pantry shelf of jars full of kitchen staples.

    This Pantry Staple Can Cause An Explosion If You Don't Handle It Right

    Most home cooks use this kitchen staple without a second thought, but fine particles can create an unexpected risk around heat, sparks, and flames.

    By Chesney McDonald 27 days ago Read More
  • Close up of crispy, roasted potato chunks in a baking pan

    For Crispier Roasted Potatoes, Use This Simple Pan Trick

    No one likes undercooked roasted potatoes. To get the crispiest, perfectly cooked potatoes, make sure you do this simple trick before you roast them.

    By Allison Forsyth 27 days ago Read More
  • Reese's Peanut Butter Cup package with one open chocolate candy

    The One Reese's Peanut Butter Cup Flavor You'll Want To Enjoy Slightly Melted

    Reese's Peanut Butter Cups are already delicious, but this one flavor should be briefly popped into the microwave if you want to enjoy it at its full potential.

    By Michelle Welsch 30 days ago Read More
  • Honey Lime Salmon on white plate with lime wedges

    30 Tasty Recipes To Use Leftover Limes Before They Go Bad

    From overnight oats to dessert, chicken to seafood, there are practically endless recipes that'll put any of those leftover limes you have to very good use.

    By Samantha Maxwell 1 month ago Read More
  • strawberries and rhubarb on a wooden board

    The Easiest Strawberry Rhubarb Cake You've Ever Made Is Just 3 Simple Ingredients Away

    Enjoying the sweet-tart summery flavors of strawberry rhubarb can't get any easier than this. Pick up these three ingredients, dump them into a pan, and bake.

    By Julia Holland 1 month ago Read More
  • baking supplies in kitchen

    The 15 Hands-Down Best Trader Joe's Finds For Bakers

    From sweet butters and sauces to fruits and chocolates, TJ's has some fantastic items that bakers will love. Some are seasonal, so stock them when you see 'em.

    By Rosie Govin 1 month ago Read More
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