Is Making Your Own Pumpkin Puree Ever Worth It?
Some canned products can't live up to the homemade version, but where does pumpkin puree land on that scale? This expert opinion may surprise you.
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This Apple Variety Is Hands-Down One Of The Worst For Baking
If your apple pies and desserts are flopping, it may be the variety you're using. This one is historically popular but lacks the physical properties for baking.
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Pillsbury's Worst Boxed Cake Mix Is Ruined By The Taste Of Food Dye
Pillsbury's worst boxed cake mix falls flat thanks to an overpowering food dye flavor that ruins taste and the overall appeal of this beloved dessert.
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When To Use Aluminum Foil Vs Parchment Paper In The Oven
Both aluminum foil and parchment paper have their places in oven cooking, but each one is best for certain types of jobs, and we're here to tell you which.
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Crispy, Crunchy Peanut Butter Bark Is Only 3 Ingredients Away
Making a sweet and savory snack from scratch doesn't need to be complicated. Easily whip up a crunchy and decadent bark with these three ingredients.
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Fudgy, Protein-Packed Brownies Start With This Unexpected Canned Ingredient
Brownies can double as a fudge-like dessert and a protein-packed treat — all your recipe needs is the addition of this simple canned ingredient.
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The Bold Citrus Flavor You'll Keep Seeing In Food And Drink In 2026
As new culinary trends emerge, citrus flavors are seeing a boost, but not in the way you may think. This is the lesser-known variety set to take over 2026.
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I'm A Professional Baker. Here's How To Make The Best Banana Bread At Home
As a professional baker, to make the best banana bread, I like to get specific with my ingredients.
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The Types Of Dishes That Are Never Safe In The Oven
It's easy to assume most things can go in the oven, but you need to carefully inspect some dishes. Here's what to look for.
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Don't Throw Out Leftover Donuts — Make Croutons For Your Salad Instead
This creative use for stale donuts will have you enjoying them like never before. These croutons add the perfect sweet bite to traditionally savory dishes.
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This Is The Worst Spice Cake Mix On Store Shelves, According To A Pro Baker
With several brands to choose from in the cake mix aisle, you'll want to steer clear of one box when it comes to spice cake.
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This No-Bake Peanut Butter Pie Proves 3 Affordable Store-Bought Ingredients Are Enough
For a no-bake peanut butter pie, all you need are these three simple ingredients to put together the sweetest (and simplest) dessert.
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Boomers Still Swear By This Old-School Baking Tool
Once prized for making lots of small, shaped cookies quickly, this vintage tool fell out of favor. Boomers still swear by it as a favorite in the kitchen.
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Don't Toss Empty Condiment Bottles When You Could Use Them For Your Next Cake
If you like to decorate cakes and cupcakes, be sure to save empty condiment bottles for this easy hack that's sure to up your home pastry game.
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20 Decadent Recipes That Feature Nutella
Nutella is more than just a pantry staple. This chocolate-hazelnut spread can be used in any number of ways to transform even the most basic dessert.
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The Perfect Temperature For Baking Cookies, According To Research (And It's Not 350 F)
If you bake your cookies at 350 degrees Fahrenheit, well, bad news — you're doing it wrong. Here's what researchers say is the best temperature to bake at.
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Everything You Need To Know About Quick Breads
They may be called "quick breads," but does that mean they can be baked in a jiffy? Here's everything you need to know to get you started on making your own.
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The Colorful Cake That Became A '90s Birthday Party Staple
There are tons of types of cakes you can choose from, but there's one that reigned supreme in the '90s — and we still love it today.
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Your Sourdough Starter Is Ready When It Does This, According To An Expert Baker
Baking sourdough bread at home is a fun challenge, but it can get intimidating. An expert explains when the starter is ready to use and more.
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Walnuts Deserve A Spot In Your Cookies, But There's An Extra Step You Should Take To Make Them Stand Out
Walnuts can be a huge upgrade when used in cookies. To maximize their benefits, an expert walks us through a special trick and complementary flavors.
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8 Krusteaz Muffin Mixes, Ranked
Krusteaz pre-mixed baked goods make it easy to whip up a batch of treats, but how do its muffins fair when staked against each other? We tried them to find out.
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Give Chocolate Cake A Satisfying Crunch With An Ingredient From The Breakfast Aisle
This is the secret ingredient that'll enhance both the texture and chocolatey flavor of your next chocolate cake recipe.
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11 Cupcake Decorating Trends You Need To Try ASAP
One of cupcakes' best qualities, especially if you're the host, is how fun they are to decorate.
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The Citrusy, No-Bake 1970s Dessert That Still Deserves A Spot At The Table
No-bake desserts are as delicious as more labor-intensive treats, but with such an easy assembly, there's no reason not to bring them back.
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Why Funfetti Is The Worst Boxed Strawberry Cake Mix In Stores By Far
You'd think that Funfetti and strawberry would be the best of both worlds, but Funfetti's strawberry cake mix is the worst strawberry cake mix by far.
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Use This 10-Second Fix For Perfectly Shaped Cookies Every Time
Baking cookies with a consistent appearance can be difficult to master. This very easy trick will help beautify your next batch of cookies.
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10 Easy Ways To Elevate Boxed Scalloped Potatoes
A box of scalloped potatoes can save you on prep time, but it also might lack flavor. Find out how to easily make scalloped potatoes taste more delicious.
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