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  • slice of carrot cake

    Make Cake Ridiculously Moist With One Chef's Secret Weapon

    While part of pro-bakers' success is knowledge and skill, bakeries and professional kitchens also use a lot of ingredients home cooks don't normally see.

    By Matthew Spina March 7th, 2025 Read More
  • cake wrapped in chocolate ganache

    How To Wrap A Cake With Chocolate Like A Pro

    If you've ever wondered how cakes end up with intricate chocolate designs along the sides, our expert has the answer for you. Here's what you need to know.

    By Eibhlis Gale-Coleman March 7th, 2025 Read More
  • Duff Goldman smiles with sunglasses on at a cake event

    Duff Goldman's Must-Have Advice For Decadent Chocolate Pound Cake

    Do you desire the most decadent chocolate pound cake you can bake at home? Celebrity chef Duff Goldman offers his advice for how to make it better.

    By Marina S. March 6th, 2025 Read More
  • hand whisking chocolate ganache in a bowl

    The Rules You Can't Ignore For Perfect Chocolate Ganache

    Chocolate ganache is a trickier to nail than other types of chocolate even though it only contains a couple of ingredients. Here are some expert tips.

    By Julia Holland March 6th, 2025 Read More
  • slice of red velvet cake on a white plate

    Whole Milk Vs Buttermilk: Which Makes A Better Cake?

    Milk and buttermilk are each central ingredients in many cake recipes, but do you know the difference between them? Here's when to use each.

    By Julia Holland March 6th, 2025 Read More
  • Duff Goldman smiling at a food demonstration

    Duff Goldman's Top Tips For Decorating Cake With Fruit

    Decorations can make all the difference to a cake, transforming it to an elegant masterpiece. These are Duff Goldman's top tips for decorating with fruit.

    By Martha Brennan March 5th, 2025 Read More
  • melted chocolate being poured into a white bowl

    The Best Oil To Use When Thinning Out Melted Chocolate

    Melting chocolate is never as easy as you'd expect, so we asked Duff Goldman of Charm City Cakes to tell us the best oil for the task.

    By Deb Kavis March 5th, 2025 Read More
  • Dough proofing in stainless steel bowl with dish towel draped over it

    The Only Type Of Metal Bowl That's Safe For Proofing

    Making sourdough bread can be stressful, with tips and tricks to remember to get everything right. You probably haven't even thought about the proofing bowl.

    By Melissa Gaman March 4th, 2025 Read More
  • Four hyperrealistic cakes from

    17 Absolute Best Cakes From Netflix's Is It Cake?

    Talented cake artists compete on "Is It Cake?" to see who can make the most hyperrealistic cake. These are the best bakes to appear on this Netflix hit.

    By Hannah Paperno March 4th, 2025 Read More
  • Alton Brown smiling on the red carpet at the Napa Valley Film Festival

    The Unexpected Way Alton Brown's Grandmother Influenced His Biscuit Recipe

    Replicating his grandmother's buttermilk biscuit recipe eluded Alton Brown until after her passing, when he realized her secret.

    By ZoĆ« Lourey-Christianson March 4th, 2025 Read More
  • A cut lava cake oozing with chocolate and topped with strawberries

    The Toothpick Test That Ensures A Perfectly Baked Lava Cake

    Lava cake is a seriously impressive dessert but can be fiddly to get just right. This toothpick test trick can help you achieve the perfect bake.

    By Martha Brennan March 3rd, 2025 Read More
  • dulce de leche in a glass jar

    It's Unbelievably Easy To Make Dulce De Leche With A Sous Vide

    Using a sous vide may seem complicated, but in reality it's a straightforward method for getting things exactly right, like tasty gooey dulce de leche.

    By Peggy Aoki March 3rd, 2025 Read More
  • Opened canned goods and various desserts against a wooden backdrop

    13 Creative Ways To Enjoy Canned Food For Dessert

    Canned foods can help home cooks create anything from a quick two-ingredient treat to a show-stopping dessert. So, let's open up the pantry and get baking.

    By Catherine Brookes March 2nd, 2025 Read More
  • A slice of moist chocolate layer cake on a plate

    Make An Extra-Moist Cake With One Tofu Variety

    This tofu variety is an effective binding agent you can use instead of eggs when baking a moist cake. Here is how to get it ready for baking.

    By Martha Brennan March 2nd, 2025 Read More
  • Person preparing pie crust on kitchen counter

    12 Unexpected Ingredients For A Delicious Pie Crust

    There's a world of possibilities that will take your pie crust to the next level. Here are some unexpected ingredients to upgrade the base for a perfect pie.

    By Nicole Quy March 2nd, 2025 Read More
  • Pile of whoopie pies on plate

    Don't Skip This Step After Assembling Whoopie Pies

    Whoopie pies are always delicious, but the assembly process has some pitfalls. That's why we recommend using this one easy tip when making them at home.

    By Molly Harris March 2nd, 2025 Read More
  • No-bake cookies on a cooling rack

    The Ingredient That Guarantees The Absolute Best No-Bake Cookies

    No-bake cookies are a wonderful, low-effort treat. If you haven't been using this one ingredient, though, your cookies' texture may have been suffering.

    By Molly Harris March 2nd, 2025 Read More
  • butter and sugar creaming together in a stand mixer

    How To Cream Butter And Sugar Without An Electric Mixer

    Creaming butter and sugar is a baking cornerstone for cakes and frosting. This method shows you how to mix your ingredients without an electric whisk.

    By Javaria Akbar March 1st, 2025 Read More
  • chocolate

    Why You Don't Use Fully Sweet Chocolate For Baking

    Chocolate is often incorporated in baked sweets, so why wouldn't you use the sweetest version of it for that purpose? It turns out that there's a good reason.

    By Matthew Spina March 1st, 2025 Read More
  • celebrity chef Alton Brown smiles wearing glasses

    Alton Brown's Dramatic Addition For The Best Chocolate Chess Pie

    Alton Brown has a knack for elevating tried and true classics with a fresh addition. The makeover that he gave to chocolate chess pie completely redefines it.

    By Deb Kavis February 28th, 2025 Read More
  • focaccia bread topped with rosemary, salt and pepper on board

    Here's Why Novice Bakers Should Start With Focaccia

    Bread making can be daunting, with so much to remember about how to deal with the dough. But delicious springy focaccia is the easy loaf to start with.

    By Matthew Spina February 26th, 2025 Read More
  • chocolate whoopie pies with white creamy centers

    Give Your Whoopie Pies A Caffeinated Kick With One Instant Ingredient

    If you're making red velvet or chocolate whoopie pies, you can make them slightly caffeinated with the addition of this one ingredient.

    By Amanda Berrill February 26th, 2025 Read More
  • Bread on table surrounded by bowls of flour

    12 Ingredients You Need In Your Pantry For Gluten-Free Baking

    Gluten-free baking requires an array of different flours and starches that you may not be familiar with. Here are the must-have ingredients to stock up on.

    By Catherine Brookes February 25th, 2025 Read More
  • pie with slice cut out

    11 Hacks For Cutting The Perfect Slice Of Pie

    Cutting the perfect slice of pie can be very nerve-wracking. Here are some hacks you can try to get that perfect slice and not worry about ruining your pie.

    By Sara Klimek February 25th, 2025 Read More
  • Alton Brown

    Alton Brown's Monkey Bread Takes Nearly 12 Hours To Make. Here's Why

    Alton Brown suggests giving your monkey bread an entire night to rise, upping his recipe's total time to roughly 12 hours. But why?

    By Anna Staropoli February 25th, 2025 Read More
  • graham cracker crust

    The 3-Ingredient Formula For A Perfect Cookie-Based Pie Crust

    the next time you feel like making a homemade cookie crust for your pie, you only need to reach for three ingredients.

    By Mathieson Nishimura February 25th, 2025 Read More
  • quiche in a pan on a wood table

    Enjoy The Flakiest Quiche Crust Ever Using A Common Canned Ingredient

    Making a gorgeous, flaky quiche doesn't have to be hard work. You can speed up the crust-making process by using a single canned ingredient.

    By Julia Holland February 24th, 2025 Read More
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