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  • 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 2 months 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 2 months 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 2 months 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 2 months 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 2 months 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 2 months 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 2 months 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 2 months 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 2 months 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 2 months 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 3 months 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 3 months 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 3 months 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 3 months 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 3 months 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 3 months ago Read More
  • homemade deep dish strawberry cheesecake with half strawberries and sauce on top and a graham cracker crust.

    Don't Skimp On This Ingredient When Making Homemade Cheesecake

    With so many delightful styles of cheesecake and unique recipes to choose from, it is vital to use the proper ingredients in the right ratios.

    By Deb Kavis 3 months ago Read More
  • Ree Drummond on a red carpet

    Ree Drummond's Favorite Apple Variety For Pie Is An Undeniable Classic

    There's nothing more deflating than baking an apple pie and learning the fruit turned to unappetizing mush. This tart choice always delivers.

    By Claire Wells 3 months ago Read More
  • A cream cheese dip with fresh appetizer

    This 3-Ingredient Cream Cheese Dip Is Completely Customizable

    Dips tend to lean savory, but there's a world of possibilities that opens up when you expand into sweet-dip territory. This one is a creamy, easy start.

    By Luna Regina 3 months ago Read More
  • Banana split chocolate bark

    This Easy Bark Recipe Transforms A Nostalgic Dessert Into Candy

    To give this classic dessert a modern makeover, transform its main ingredients into chocolate bark.

    By Elizabeth Okosun 3 months ago Read More
  • Cinnamon rolls

    Give Your Cinnamon Rolls A Bright Zing With One Citrusy Ingredient

    If you're feeling a little daring and want to give your cinnamon roll some zing, it may be time to add this citrus ingredient into the mix.

    By Sandra Song 3 months ago Read More
  • brown sugar

    The Liquid Substitutions You Can Make For Brown Sugar In A Pinch

    There are a lot of liquid options for replacing brown sugar, depending on what your recipe is.

    By Matthew Spina 3 months ago Read More
  • Layer cake with caramel frosting decorated with pieces of chocolate and caramel sauce

    The Easiest Way To Ruin A Cake's Caramel Frosting Is A Common Mistake

    You'll never make this common mistake and ruin caramel frosting for a cake again if you use these expert-approved tips from a beloved pastry chef.

    By Angeline Stratz 3 months ago Read More
  • chocolate mint layer cake in glass tray

    This One Baking Method Will Solve The Domed Cake Problem

    There is nothing more deflating than pulling a cake out and finding a domed top. We spoke with an expert about how one change can solve this problem.

    By Angeline Stratz 3 months ago Read More
  • Freshly baked apple crisp in bowl next to apples

    The Best Type Of Apple To Use For Apple Crisp

    You can't go wrong with a freshly baked apple crisp -- what you can go wrong with, on the other hand, is the type of apple (or apples) you use.

    By Luna Regina 3 months ago Read More
  • electric stand mixer

    No Electric Mixer? This Old-School Kitchen Gadget Will Do The Trick

    With so much kitchen technology innovation all around us, we can forget that older manual gadgets are just as, if not more, effective for certain tasks.

    By Wendy Leigh 3 months ago Read More
  • Two small glasses of eggnog on a table next to iced gingerbread cutout cookies

    How To Change Up Classic Buttercream Frosting With A Touch Of Eggnog

    For a dose of holiday-inspired flavor to accompany any number of cookies or cakes, try adding eggnog into your favorite buttercream recipe with these tips.

    By Dee Lopez 3 months ago Read More
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