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  • A person spreading chocolate frosting on a cake using an offset icing spatula

    Make Bakery-Worthy Boxed Cake When You Change This Oven Setting (It's Beyond Easy)

    There are many ways you can upgrade boxed cake mix. By making this one simple change to your oven, the cake will have a better texture and have more flavor.

    By Dee Lopez 22 hours ago Read More
  • Glazed cinnamon rolls

    Got Extra Puff Pastry? Make Cinnamon Rolls With Just 3 Simple Ingredients

    Craving homemade cinnamon rolls without the extra effort? Whip them up in less than 30 minutes with this simple three-ingredient puff pastry hack.

    By Elizabeth Okosun 2 days ago Read More
  • Two fudgy brownies on a white plate

    Don't Follow The Instructions On The Box. Make Brownies This Way Instead

    Boxed brownies, while convenient, often lack a special something. Luckily, a textural upgrade awaits you when you disregard the baking instructions.

    By Martha Brennan 2 days ago Read More
  • Walmart's bakery section

    14 Walmart Bakery Items That Make Easy Summer Cookout Desserts

    From sheet cakes to cookies and other ready-made sweets, these 14 Walmart bakery items make easy, crowd-pleasing desserts for summer cookouts.

    By Wendy Leigh 4 days ago Read More
  • Various loaves of bread tucked together

    Don't Microwave Bread Without This One Extra Item

    Forget everything you know about warming bread in the microwave. If you add this one extra item, the appliance can work wonders to refresh loaves.

    By Amanda Berrill 6 days ago Read More
  • A sliced banana bread surrounded by bananas and cinnamon sticks

    Change Up Basic Banana Bread With One High-Protein Ingredient For Moist Results

    This ingredient beefs up banana bread with more protein and gives it a softer, more tender crumb. It's easy to add and can be used in place of butter or oil.

    By Martha Brennan 7 days ago Read More
  • Brookie squares on a kitchen counter

    Skip The Standard Brookie And Try This Brownie-Cookie Mashup Instead

    Everyone knows and loves brookies, but if you're looking for a new and better way to enjoy the flavors of the beloved treat, try out this baking method instead.

    By Luna Regina 8 days ago Read More
  • loaf of sourdough bread on board with starter

    What Beginners Always Get Wrong With Sourdough, According To An Expert

    Of the many mistakes that you could make with your sourdough, there's one avoidable error that most novice bakers have yet to consider.

    By Martha Brennan 8 days ago Read More
  • A pantry shelf of jars full of kitchen staples.

    This Pantry Staple Can Cause An Explosion If You Don't Handle It Right

    Most home cooks use this kitchen staple without a second thought, but fine particles can create an unexpected risk around heat, sparks, and flames.

    By Chesney McDonald 9 days ago Read More
  • Close up of crispy, roasted potato chunks in a baking pan

    For Crispier Roasted Potatoes, Use This Simple Pan Trick

    No one likes undercooked roasted potatoes. To get the crispiest, perfectly cooked potatoes, make sure you do this simple trick before you roast them.

    By Allison Forsyth 9 days ago Read More
  • Reese's Peanut Butter Cup package with one open chocolate candy

    The One Reese's Peanut Butter Cup Flavor You'll Want To Enjoy Slightly Melted

    Reese's Peanut Butter Cups are already delicious, but this one flavor should be briefly popped into the microwave if you want to enjoy it at its full potential.

    By Michelle Welsch 11 days ago Read More
  • Honey Lime Salmon on white plate with lime wedges

    30 Tasty Recipes To Use Leftover Limes Before They Go Bad

    From overnight oats to dessert, chicken to seafood, there are practically endless recipes that'll put any of those leftover limes you have to very good use.

    By Samantha Maxwell 13 days ago Read More
  • strawberries and rhubarb on a wooden board

    The Easiest Strawberry Rhubarb Cake You've Ever Made Is Just 3 Simple Ingredients Away

    Enjoying the sweet-tart summery flavors of strawberry rhubarb can't get any easier than this. Pick up these three ingredients, dump them into a pan, and bake.

    By Julia Holland 14 days ago Read More
  • baking supplies in kitchen

    The 15 Hands-Down Best Trader Joe's Finds For Bakers

    From sweet butters and sauces to fruits and chocolates, TJ's has some fantastic items that bakers will love. Some are seasonal, so stock them when you see 'em.

    By Rosie Govin 15 days ago Read More
  • sourdough starter and loaf of bread

    What's Actually Different Between Sourdough Starters And Discard

    Sourdough starters and sourdough discard go hand in hand, but understanding the differences between the two is imperative for your baking.

    By Michelle Welsch 18 days ago Read More
  • Homemade brownies in pan

    The Easiest Brownies You'll Ever Make Only Require 3 Simple Ingredients

    If you don't even have a box of Betty Crocker on hand, what's a sweet treat lover to do? Grab these three ingredients for the easiest brownies.

    By Elizabeth Okosun 20 days ago Read More
  • Top view of a creamy batter being mixed with a spatula

    Not Brownies, Cookies, Or Cake: Our Favorite Trader Joe's Boxed Mix Is A Step Above The Rest

    Skip the brownies, cookies, and cake and discover why this Trader Joe's boxed mix stands above the rest with its flavor, texture, and versatility.

    By Luna Christina Lupus 20 days ago Read More
  • ingredients for homemade bread and a fresh loaf on a board all laid out on a table

    The Right Way To Substitute Active Yeast With Instant Dry Yeast

    Bread making can be confusing, with different yeasts, flours, and methods, but switch to easy instant yeast with this easy formula and make life a bit easier.

    By Chesney McDonald 23 days ago Read More
  • Brownies on a Plate and a Cooling Rack

    Don't Toss Stale Brownies — Turn Them Into A New Summertime Dessert

    Baking brownies inevitably leads to leftovers. As they start to get a little stale, know that they can be revitalized and thrown into this treat.

    By Josie Dlugosz 23 days ago Read More
  • layered strawberry dessert

    This Strawberry Lasagna Requires Zero Baking — And It's Perfect For Summer

    This simple no-bake dessert is a refreshing summer treat that can easily be customized to fit whatever flavor you’re craving.

    By Deb Kavis 25 days ago Read More
  • sourdough loaf with yeast in jar

    If Your Sourdough Isn't Scoring Easily, Coat Your Knife With This Liquid

    Prepping a perfect bread dough requires a lot of steps — don't ruin it in the final one with a sloppy score by following this one easy tip.

    By Sara Klimek 25 days ago Read More
  • Sourdough loaf baking on a stone in the oven

    The Best Oven Temperature For Fresh-Baked Sourdough Bread Every Time

    Mastering the right oven temperature is the key to baking sourdough with a crisp crust, airy crumb, rich flavor, and bakery-quality results every time.

    By Sara Klimek 25 days ago Read More
  • Sliced homemade sourdough bread on a wooden board

    These 2 Mix-Ins Give Sourdough Bread A Nostalgic Feel

    Samantha Merritt, creator of Sugar Spun Run, recommends playing with two ingredients in sourdough for a tastier loaf with a warmer, sweeter flavor.

    By Sara Klimek 26 days ago Read More
  • rows of cinnamon rolls prior to baking

    Sourdough Discard Makes Better-Than-Bakery Cinnamon Rolls

    Don't let the word "discard" throw you off, sourdough discard can be reused to make complex and flavorful cinnamon rolls ripe for customization.

    By Sara Klimek 26 days ago Read More
  • a bowl of flour surrounded by baking ingredients and utensils

    No Self-Rising Flour? Toss 3 Pantry Staples Together To Make Your Own

    If you went to bake something that requires self-rising flour, only to realize you don't have it, don't worry — you can make it yourself with three ingredients.

    By Claudia Alarcón 27 days ago Read More
  • hand holding a Dotcake in a cup

    Skip The Line And DIY Your Own Colorful Dotcake At Home With These Shortcuts

    Make your own Dotcakes at home with a few simple products you may already have in your pantry. Get creative with a variety of flavors and toppings.

    By Julia Holland 28 days ago Read More
  • Alton Brown addresses an audience during a cooking demonstration while wearing an apron, with guitars and kitchenware in the background

    Alton Brown's Trick For Extra-Fudgy Brownies Is A Temperature Trick You Won't Find On A Box

    You just know that with Alton Brown's science-based approach to baking, his brownie recipe is going to deliver the perfect amount of chocolatey fudginess.

    By Sean Bell 29 days ago Read More
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