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  • Homemade brownies in pan

    The Easiest Brownies You'll Ever Make Only Require 3 Simple Ingredients

    If you don't even have a box of Betty Crocker on hand, what's a sweet treat lover to do? Grab these three ingredients for the easiest brownies.

    By Elizabeth Okosun 7 hours ago Read More
  • Top view of a creamy batter being mixed with a spatula

    Not Brownies, Cookies, Or Cake: Our Favorite Trader Joe's Boxed Mix Is A Step Above The Rest

    Skip the brownies, cookies, and cake and discover why this Trader Joe's boxed mix stands above the rest with its flavor, texture, and versatility.

    By Luna Christina Lupus 1 day ago Read More
  • ingredients for homemade bread and a fresh loaf on a board all laid out on a table

    The Right Way To Substitute Active Yeast With Instant Dry Yeast

    Bread making can be confusing, with different yeasts, flours, and methods, but switch to easy instant yeast with this easy formula and make life a bit easier.

    By Chesney McDonald 4 days ago Read More
  • Brownies on a Plate and a Cooling Rack

    Don't Toss Stale Brownies — Turn Them Into A New Summertime Dessert

    Baking brownies inevitably leads to leftovers. As they start to get a little stale, know that they can be revitalized and thrown into this treat.

    By Josie Dlugosz 4 days ago Read More
  • layered strawberry dessert

    This Strawberry Lasagna Requires Zero Baking — And It's Perfect For Summer

    This simple no-bake dessert is a refreshing summer treat that can easily be customized to fit whatever flavor you’re craving.

    By Deb Kavis 5 days ago Read More
  • sourdough loaf with yeast in jar

    If Your Sourdough Isn't Scoring Easily, Coat Your Knife With This Liquid

    Prepping a perfect bread dough requires a lot of steps — don't ruin it in the final one with a sloppy score by following this one easy tip.

    By Sara Klimek 6 days ago Read More
  • Sourdough loaf baking on a stone in the oven

    The Best Oven Temperature For Fresh-Baked Sourdough Bread Every Time

    Mastering the right oven temperature is the key to baking sourdough with a crisp crust, airy crumb, rich flavor, and bakery-quality results every time.

    By Sara Klimek 6 days ago Read More
  • Sliced homemade sourdough bread on a wooden board

    These 2 Mix-Ins Give Sourdough Bread A Nostalgic Feel

    Samantha Merritt, creator of Sugar Spun Run, recommends playing with two ingredients in sourdough for a tastier loaf with a warmer, sweeter flavor.

    By Sara Klimek 6 days ago Read More
  • rows of cinnamon rolls prior to baking

    Sourdough Discard Makes Better-Than-Bakery Cinnamon Rolls

    Don't let the word "discard" throw you off, sourdough discard can be reused to make complex and flavorful cinnamon rolls ripe for customization.

    By Sara Klimek 7 days ago Read More
  • a bowl of flour surrounded by baking ingredients and utensils

    No Self-Rising Flour? Toss 3 Pantry Staples Together To Make Your Own

    If you went to bake something that requires self-rising flour, only to realize you don't have it, don't worry — you can make it yourself with three ingredients.

    By Claudia Alarcón 8 days ago Read More
  • hand holding a Dotcake in a cup

    Skip The Line And DIY Your Own Colorful Dotcake At Home With These Shortcuts

    Make your own Dotcakes at home with a few simple products you may already have in your pantry. Get creative with a variety of flavors and toppings.

    By Julia Holland 9 days ago Read More
  • Alton Brown addresses an audience during a cooking demonstration while wearing an apron, with guitars and kitchenware in the background

    Alton Brown's Trick For Extra-Fudgy Brownies Is A Temperature Trick You Won't Find On A Box

    You just know that with Alton Brown's science-based approach to baking, his brownie recipe is going to deliver the perfect amount of chocolatey fudginess.

    By Sean Bell 10 days ago Read More
  • batch of sprinkles sugar cookies on parchment paper

    The Genius Way To Make Cookies For A Crowd Is So Easy, You'll Never Go Back

    You can simplify the process significantly while still delivering a crowd-pleasing cookie by transforming a batch of individual cookies into this dessert.

    By Julia Holland 10 days ago Read More
  • Red, White, and Blue Cake

    This Red, White, And Blue Dessert Will Steal The Show On July Fourth

    For an Independence Day-themed dessert that is as festive as it is patriotic, don't sleep on this July Fourth dish that will blow everyone away.

    By Josie Dlugosz 14 days ago Read More
  • plate of frosted cinnamon rolls

    Forget Canned Cinnamon Rolls — Grab A Slow Cooker For An Easy, Hands-Off Version

    You can easily whip up a batch of warm, gooey cinnamon rolls in the slow cooker -- and you don't even need to get your hands dirty.

    By Martha Brennan 17 days ago Read More
  • Vanilla Bundt cake with a slice being cut and served

    Avoid These 13 Mistakes When Baking Bundt Cakes

    Bundt cakes can be intimidating, but don't fret. Here are some of the most common mistakes people make with them and how to avoid them.

    By Mary Fawzy 19 days ago Read More
  • Making bread in a stand mixer with a dough hook

    Baking Bread? Try Using This 5:3 Ratio For Foolproof Results

    Experiment with using this ratio the next time you bake bread at home, and chances are your loaf will turn out practically perfect every single time.

    By Sara Klimek 20 days ago Read More
  • canned cinnamon rolls on grocery store shelves

    Transform Canned Cinnamon Rolls Into A 4-Ingredient Gooey Cheesecake Treat

    Canned cinnamon rolls are good as is, but if you want to transform them into something even more delicious, all you really need is four ingredients.

    By Julia Holland 21 days ago Read More
  • lemon no bake desserts on table in cups

    If You Have Powdered Lemonade And A Box Of Cake Mix, You Have Dessert

    Thanks to this innocuous pantry staple, there's a one-step way to capture the bright flavor foodies expect from their favorite lemony desserts.

    By Autumn Swiers 22 days ago Read More
  • pound cake with strawberries and whipped cream on the side

    Transform Plain Pound Cake Into A New Dessert With 3 Ingredients You Dump Right On Top

    If you adore strawberry cheesecake, you must try topping pound cake with these three simple ingredients.

    By Angeline Stratz 23 days ago Read More
  • supermarket shelf full of cake mixes

    The Popular Cake Mix Brand That's Quietly Shrinking Its Portions, According To Shoppers

    With price increases and shrinking portions, customers are angry with one popular cake mix brand. Find out which line of mix to avoid for accurate bakes.

    By Julia Holland 23 days ago Read More
  • Top-down view of strawberry pie next to plate with strawberries and forks

    7 Tips From A Pastry Chef For Making Pies For Summer Cookouts

    We've spoken to an expert pastry chef, who has shared these insights on making great pies that can help make you the star of your summer cookout.

    By Emily Hunt 25 days ago Read More
  • stack of fudgy brownie squares

    These 10 Mistakes Are Stopping Your Boxed Brownies From Being Bakery-Worthy

    Boxed brownies can still be delicious, but to make them bakery-worthy, avoid mistakes ranging from using the wrong pan to not substituting some ingredients.

    By Lei Shishak 27 days ago Read More
  • making chocolate chip cookies with ingredients on table

    The Chocolate Chip Cookie Mistake That Starts With Your Chocolate

    Chocolate chip cookies are an American classic, but things can go awry if you choose the wrong type or shape of chocolate. Here's what to use.

    By Vanessa Nix Anthony 29 days ago Read More
  • Brightly decorated cookies with colorful meringue icing in piping bags

    The Pantry Staple That Replaces Raw Eggs In Royal Icing Completely

    While royal icing usually calls for raw eggs, there's a simply substitute that eliminates them effortlessly. Here's what you need to use.

    By Amanda Berrill 29 days ago Read More
  • vanilla extract in bottle with vanilla beans

    Imitation Vanilla Extract Works Better Than Real Vanilla In One Situation

    Real vanilla isn’t always the better choice, since in some recipes, imitation vanilla can actually deliver stronger flavor, better results, and value.

    By Sara Klimek 1 month ago Read More
  • Giada De Laurentiis headshot

    Giada De Laurentiis Guarantees Perfect Chocolate Chip Cookies With These Chewy Vs Crunchy Baking Rules

    Chocolate chip cookies aren't something to play around about, and Giada De Laurentiis has the perfect baking formula whether you like them chewy or crunchy.

    By Sara Klimek 1 month ago Read More
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