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  • couple cutting into a wedding cake decorated with flowers

    The Best (And Worst) Frosting Choice For Your Wedding Cake

    As the major centerpiece of a wedding food spread, nailing the cake is key, and that includes choosing the best frosting for the job (and avoiding the worst).

    By Claire Redden 9 months ago Read More
  • Tiered chocolate cake with lit candles

    What It Means To Dowel A Cake (And Why It Matters)

    If you're approaching the significant task of baking a celebratory layer cake, you should probably know about dowels, what they are, and how to use them.

    By Javaria Akbar 9 months ago Read More
  • classic tiramisu on a pink plate with gold utensils

    This Simple Ingredient Will Give Your Tiramisu A Summer Twist

    Tiramisu is a classic, but that doesn't mean that it won't still benefit from a seasonal makeover from time to time. Here's the only necessary ingredient.

    By Amanda Berrill 9 months ago Read More
  • Someone opens a waffle iron next to a food processor of dough

    Ditch The Oven - Bake These Crispy, Gooey Cookies In Your Waffle Iron Instead

    Yes, it's possible to get cookies with the perfect balance of crispy and gooey consistency when baking them in your waffle iron, as shown by this expert.

    By Martha Brennan 9 months ago Read More
  • tray of fresh baked cookies

    The Simplest Method To 'Bake' Cookies Without An Oven

    Yes, it's possible to make cookies without actually using an oven. And as this expert advises, this is the easiest alternative to the traditional method.

    By Julia Holland 9 months ago Read More
  • Berry crisp

    This Iconic Cereal Is Key For A Truly Irresistible Fruit Crisp

    For a consistently crusty and craggly fruit crisp, working cereal such as this iconic one into the topping is essential.

    By Sylvia Tomczak 9 months ago Read More
  • cake batter in bowl

    The Type Of Cake Batter You Should Never Refrigerate Before Baking

    Many cake batters can be refrigerated for later use, allowing you to prep before a big day or event. However, one type should be baked immediately.

    By Grace Haass 9 months ago Read More
  • Hands on mixer with bowl of dough

    The Easy Way To Tell When Your Homemade Cookie Mixture Is Properly Creamed

    Creaming is a critical aspect of your cookie recipe. Find out when you can stop stirring your butter and sugar mix to ensure your dessert comes out just right.

    By Courtney Iseman 9 months ago Read More
  • glass jar of balsamic vinegar

    How To Properly Prep Balsamic When Using It As A Pie Topping

    Balsamic vinegar likely isn't the first ingredient that comes to mind when you're looking for a pie topping, but here's why it deserves consideration.

    By Deb Kavis 9 months ago Read More
  • Chocolate frosting in a bowl in between two chocolate cakes and against a chocolate background

    10 Best Cake Flavors To Pair With Chocolate Frosting, According To A Pastry Chef

    Chocolate frosting's not just for chocolate cake — or yellow or marble. A professional baker shares other cake flavors that pair wonderfully with chocolate.

    By Lei Shishak 9 months ago Read More
  • Cake batter in bowl

    Your Picture Perfect Gluten-Free Bakes Hinge On One Crucial Mixing Tip

    When perfecting your gluten-free baking technique, it boils down to this simple yet ultimately important mixing tip -- don't overmix your batter.

    By Grace Haass 9 months ago Read More
  • a person mixes cake batter in a glass bowl, with eggs and other tools scattered around the table

    How Long You Can Keep Cake Batter In The Fridge Without Sacrificing Quality

    As you scramble to get ready to host a party, keep an eye out for tasks that can be done ahead of time. An expert weights in on the topic.

    By Grace Haass 9 months ago Read More
  • Slice of pound cake and berries

    These Tips Are Your Key To Bakery-Style Pound Cake From A Box

    We consulted with an expert to get the best tips for turning your boxed cake mix into a bakery-worthy pound cake.

    By Elizabeth Okosun 9 months ago Read More
  • Someone sifts flour through a small sieve

    Sift These Two Baking Ingredients For The Perfect Result Every Time

    Most dry ingredients are pretty refined, but we're sorry to tell you there are two items you should still pass through a sieve.

    By Martha Brennan 9 months ago Read More
  • Chocolate chip cookie dough and a scoop in a bowl

    Here's Why Your Cookie Dough Is So Sticky, And How To Fix It Easily

    Baking is a science, and if your cookie dough is turning out overly sticky, there's a simple explanation why and an easy way to fix it moving forward.

    By Martha Brennan 9 months ago Read More
  • crepe cake on stand

    The Most Common Crepe Cake Disaster And How To Avoid It

    Sweet and creamy, crepe cakes are splendid desserts that seem relatively straightforward to make. However, it's also easy to commit this misstep.

    By Grace Haass 9 months ago Read More
  • a crescent roll on the left, a croissant on the right

    Crescent Roll Vs Croissant: What's The Difference?

    Given how similar they appear to the naked eye, one might think that crescent rolls and croissants were the same, but each has its own unique flavors.

    By Kerry Hayes 9 months ago Read More
  • chocolate buttercream

    Fudge Frosting And Chocolate Buttercream Are Not The Same. Here's Why

    Both are chocolate flavored and get spread on baked goods, so it's easy to confuse fudge frosting and chocolate buttercream as the same thing, but they aren't.

    By Matthew Spina 9 months ago Read More
  • pineapple upside down cake

    How To Pick The Best Canned Pineapple For A Flavorful Cake

    If you're trying to make a flavorful pineapple cake with that perfect light and fluffy texture, here's how to pick the best canned pineapple for the job.

    By Holly Tishfield 9 months ago Read More
  • A scoop of almond flour next to whole almonds

    Blanched Vs Unblanched Almond Flour: What's The Difference?

    If you've tried to bake gluten-free, you've likely come across the many flour types. So, what's the difference between blanched and unblanched almond flour?

    By Kashmir Brummel 9 months ago Read More
  • flour and dough on countertop

    Making A Mess While Baking? Parchment Paper Can Help You

    From flour to sticky dough bits, messes always seem to find their way into every corner of your kitchen when baking. That's where parchment paper comes in.

    By Molly Harris 9 months ago Read More
  • A maple leaf shaped glass bottle of syrup next to a ramekin of syrup, a maple leaf, a towel, and a honey dipper

    You Can Substitute Maple Syrup For Sugar, But Follow One Rule

    Maple syrup brings more than just sweetness to baked goods. When you choose to use it over sugar it's crucially important to follow this rule.

    By Martha Brennan 9 months ago Read More
  • lattice crust cherry pie

    Give Homemade Pie Crust A Sweet Shine With This Type Of Sugar

    What many bakeries use to achieve a sweet shine and slight crisp on their pie crusts is a sprinkling of this sugar. Here's how to use it on yours.

    By Amanda Berrill 9 months ago Read More
  • Pound cake in air fryer

    The Best Tool For Baking Cakes In An Air Fryer

    They're highly flexible, making cake removal a breeze. The desserts slip right out of the pans, so there's no risk of your air fryer cake falling apart.

    By Elizabeth Okosun 9 months ago Read More
  • Bowl of honey next to vanilla beans

    Is Honey A Worthy Substitute For Vanilla Extract?

    Vanilla extract effortlessly improves just about any recipe, but if you're out of this culinary must-have, can a spoonful of honey be swapped in its place?

    By Sylvia Tomczak 9 months ago Read More
  • A loaf of sliced banana bread

    Here's What Those Black Squiggles In Your Banana Bread Are

    After the baking is done and you cut into that fresh, steamy loaf of banana bread, you may notice tiny black squiggles throughout.

    By Holly Tishfield 9 months ago Read More
  • Cupcakes with cream cheese frosting

    How To Fix Separated Cream Cheese Frosting (And Prevent It In The First Place)

    The best-laid plans for cream cheese frosting can go awry in the form of separation. Here's how to avoid that issue and a simple way to remedy it if it occurs.

    By Wendy Leigh 9 months ago Read More
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