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  • making muffins

    The Creamy Addition That'll Make Store-Bought Muffin Mix Taste Bakery-Worthy

    Bakery muffins are particularly decadent thanks to their richness. But with one extra ingredient, you can achieve this at home, too.

    By Julia Holland 22 days ago Read More
  • slice of cheesecake on plate

    Cheddar Is The Unlikely Ingredient Your Cheesecake Has Been Missing All Along

    Cheddar is an option that makes perfect sense to add an interesting twist to your cheesecake and other favorite desserts.

    By Claudia Alarcón 23 days ago Read More
  • sweetening coffee with syrup

    Forget Vanilla Extract: This Trader Joe's Syrup Makes Anything Sweeter (From Drinks To Desserts)

    With no shortage of excellent additions to coffee, one has to really stand out to earn a spot in your pantry. And yet, this syrup is a worthy addition.

    By Julia Holland 23 days ago Read More
  • View of monkey bread in a bundt pan

    9 Unique Ingredients That Make Monkey Bread Irresistible

    Pull-apart monkey bread is delicious, but you can upgrade it by mixing in some ingredients. Everything from bourbon sauce to bacon can make it more delightful.

    By Carmen Varner 23 days ago Read More
  • A box of vintage recipes beside spoons filled with spices

    What To Know Before Trying Out Vintage Recipes In Your Kitchen

    Giving a vintage recipe a try can be a great way to try something new, but here are some things you need to know first.

    By Holly Tishfield 23 days ago Read More
  • Marie Callender's frozen pies

    Transform This Marie Callender's Frozen Pie Into A Dessert Fit For A Crowd

    To elevate your favorite frozen Marie Callender's offering, dress it up with this specialty technique that will take it to new heights of sweet satisfaction.

    By Deb Kavis 24 days ago Read More
  • Someone pouring a dark chocolate batter into a parchment-lined dish

    Easy 2-Ingredient Chocolate Cake - No Baking Needed

    Craving chocolate cake, but can't be bothered to pull out all the ingredients and tools necessary? Whip up this quick, no-bake alternative, instead.

    By Ian Fortey 24 days ago Read More
  • pork pie made with a hot water crust showing interior

    The Reason Hot‑water Pie Crust Holds Up Better Than The Flaky Kind

    It's common knowledge that, when it comes to types of pie crusts, hot-water holds up best -- but what's not as common knowledge is the reason why.

    By Kashmir Brummel 25 days ago Read More
  • close up of colorful chocolate cupcakes with sprinkles

    You're Cooling Cupcakes All Wrong — Make This Mistake And They'll Be Dry

    You've done it, your cupcakes are out of the oven and they're baked to perfection -- but this one cooling mistake could send all of your hard work backwards.

    By Luna Regina 26 days ago Read More
  • pie surrounded by spices

    Spice Up Regular Pie Crust With An Ingredient Already In Your Pantry

    Your favorite pecan, apple, and sweet potato pies can truly shine when nested into a crust enhanced with this spice.

    By Michelle Welsch 27 days ago Read More
  • hands crimping a pie crust into a dish

    The Cozy Spice Blend That Belongs In Your Next Pie Crust

    Pie crusts are usually left unseasoned, but that's so much wasted potential. The crust is an important element, and here's how you should be seasoning it.

    By A.J. Forget 27 days ago Read More
  • Slice of New York cheesecake on a plate

    Like Your Cheesecake Extra-Tangy? Add A Bit Of This Ingredient For The Perfect Punch

    For a tart and tangy twist on a classic cheesecake, you're going to want to start adding this funky and ultra-creamy cheese variety into your recipe.

    By Sara Klimek 30 days ago Read More
  • fresh fry bread on blue and white plate

    One Canned Shortcut Makes Fry Bread So Much Easier

    Fry bread shouldn't take more than 20 minutes to make from scratch -- however, there are ways to save even more time, such as using this short-cut ingredient.

    By Michelle Welsch 1 month ago Read More
  • cinnamon rolls in cast iron skillet

    One Of The Best Bourbons For Cooking And Baking Comes From Our Favorite Kentucky Bourbon Brand

    Many chefs recommend bourbon from the label that Tasting Table rated number one out of 25 Kentucky bourbons.

    By Claudia Alarcón 1 month ago Read More
  • Martha Stewart

    The Ingredient Martha Stewart Uses To Elevate Banana Bread

    Martha Stewart is telling us the secret to making the best banana bread, and it all comes down to one secret ingredient that's been hiding in plain sight.

    By Sandra Song 1 month ago Read More
  • raw puff pastry dough

    The Hands-Down Best Butter To Use When Making Puff Pastry From Scratch

    Choosing the right butter when baking is likely a far more important consideration than you realize. Here's the best butter for making puff pastry.

    By Michelle Welsch 1 month ago Read More
  • Topping cupcakes with pink and orange icing with a sugar figure

    Forget Frosting: Use This Sweet Condiment To Top Cupcakes Instead

    Have you considered forgoing frosting and instead topping your cupcakes with this condiment? It's one of the many fun cupcake toppings that go beyond frosting.

    By Lindsay Cronin 1 month ago Read More
  • Crispy and Peanut M&Ms spilling from packets

    10 Creative Ways To Use M&M's

    M&M's are great alone, but even better when used as an ingredient. Here's 10 creative ways to use them, from baking to other sweet treats.

    By Catherine Brookes 1 month ago Read More
  • A pile of shortbread cookies on a board

    Don't Skip This Quick Step Before Baking Shortbread Cookies, Or Else They'll End Up A Bubbly Mess

    The best shortbread cookies are crisp (or short) with a good even bake, and the way to ensure you get that every time is to do this easy trick before baking.

    By Martha Brennan 1 month ago Read More
  • Cake with frosting, strawberries, and blueberries

    The Two High-Protein Ingredient Combo Bakers Add For Moist, Tender Cakes

    If you're after a cake with a boosted protein content, simply reach for these two delicious ingredients, which can be included in a couple of different ways.

    By Sandra Song 1 month ago Read More
  • homemade cupcakes with icing and sprinkles on rack

    The Preheating Mistake That's Ruining Your Cupcakes Every Single Time

    Cupcakes seem like a breeze to make, with a short cooking time and less stress about perfection, but there is something you really must do for the best results.

    By Sara Klimek 1 month ago Read More
  • cake decorated with white frosting and leaves

    Sick Of Cake Frosting Being Ruined By Plastic Wrap? There's A Solution For That (No Toothpicks!)

    If you've made a beautiful cake or tray of cupcakes for an event you don't want to smush the frosting with tight plastic wrap, so try this airy method instead.

    By Courtney Iseman 1 month ago Read More
  • Baked shortbread cookies on a serving tray on top of a cloth next to a plate of cookies

    The Only Type Of Pan You Should Use To Bake Shortbread Cookies

    Shortbread cookies only take a few ingredients to whip up, but not all pans are suitable for these treats. Make sure you're only using this type of pan.

    By Sara Klimek 1 month ago Read More
  • plate full of shortbread cookies

    Go For This Type Of Butter For The Best-Tasting Shortbread Cookies

    Making delicious, rich cookies isn't very difficult — but it does require quality ingredients, including great butter. Find out which type to use.

    By Kat Lieu 1 month ago Read More
  • essential ingredients for baking

    The Vintage Cake Reddit Is Begging To Come Back

    Reddit is a great hub for quirky food facts and long-lost recipes, and one simple cake had Redditors excited to try this new to some, old to others dessert.

    By Luna Regina 1 month ago Read More
  • Plate of strawberries on table

    How To Measure Strawberries The Right Way For Cooking And Baking

    It can be tricky to measure strawberries so use this expert-approved tip the next time you bake a fruity dessert to ensure you use the right amount.

    By Courtney Iseman 1 month ago Read More
  • Whole pecan pie garnished with cinnamon stick inside dark metal baking pan

    How To Choose The Right Pie Pan For Your Bake

    Any baker knows that it's crucial to get a recipe's ingredients exactly right, but choose your baking vessel unwisely, and all that effort goes to waste.

    By Angeline Stratz 1 month ago Read More
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