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  • A hand holding a half-eaten chocolate chip cookie

    Your Chocolate Chip Cookies Deserve This One Sweet Upgrade

    There's nothing wrong with a classic chocolate chip cookie, but you can actually make them even better with this rich and chocolatey substitution.

    By Kat Olvera 2 days ago Read More
  • Pillsbury ghost cookies in a bag with candy corn

    Take Your Pillsbury Shape Sugar Cookies To The Next Level With This Trick

    This season, Pillsbury Shape Sugar Cookies are screaming for an upgrade. Take your batch to the next level with a sweet and simple trick for your treat.

    By Maria Scinto 3 days ago Read More
  • Assorted Trader Joe's pumpkin seasonal fall products

    The Trader Joe's Copycat You Need Of This Popular Seasonal Cookie

    When fall comes around, there is no shortage of products at Trader Joe's with autumnal motifs and pumpkin flavors, like this copycat of a classic cookie.

    By Kat Olvera 4 days ago Read More
  • melted chocolate in bowl

    How To Melt Chocolate Quickly In The Microwave (Without Making A Mess)

    Melting chocolate can either be perfection or a clumpy mess but this technique used by a James Beard Awards Nominee will help you achieve the results you want.

    By Dennis Lee 5 days ago Read More
  • A man in an apron whisking chocolate ganache in a saucepan.

    All You Need Is Hot Water To Fix A Broken Chocolate Ganache

    Ganache is delicious but finicky, so we asked a pastry chef at the Chicago Athletic Association how to fix it when it's broken, and it's not what you think.

    By Joe Hoeffner 6 days ago Read More
  • Three rows of homemade brownies in close-up

    The Aldi Brownie Mix That Gives Ghiradelli A Run For Its Money

    Aldi's dupes have earned praise for how closely they approximate name brand items. Add to that list a brownie mix that gives a big brand a run for its money.

    By Alexandra Fay 6 days ago Read More
  • bowl of maple syrup with three plates of food and cup of coffee

    13 Unconventional Uses For Maple Syrup That Go Beyond Pancakes

    Maple syrup can be used in so many ways beyond just as a breakfast topping. Take a look at how you can use it in both sweet and savory dishes.

    By Amber Winston 7 days ago Read More
  • Chocolate ganache drips from a whisk

    The Major Mistake To Avoid When Thinning Out Ganache

    Got chocolate ganache that's too thick to pour or drizzle? Don't break your velvety smooth emulsion, and try thinning your ganache like this instead.

    By Cassie Womack 9 days ago Read More
  • Cooling banana bread on rack

    14 Ingredients That Will Take Your Banana Bread To The Next Level

    Banana bread is a classic treat that's already delicious on its own. Try some of these ingredients if you want to make banana bread even more flavorful.

    By Holly Riddle 10 days ago Read More
  • A slice of cherry pie on a plate

    How To Decide Which Thickener To Use For Your Fruit Pie

    Hoping for a slice of pie versus a bowl of fruit soup? It's easy to add the best thickener for your fruit pie filling for a flawless slice of the good life.

    By Cassie Womack 10 days ago Read More
  • butter browning in frying pan with wooden spoon resting on rim

    How To Swap Regular Butter For Brown Butter In A Recipe

    Butter is crucial to make most baked goods — but what happens when you replace it with brown butter? Something delicious, but which needs special attention.

    By Haley McNamara 12 days ago Read More
  • Jacques Pepin smiles in a tuxedo at an event

    The Shockingly Simple Way Jacques Pépin Turns Bland Breakfast Cereal Into Rich Chocolatey Treats

    Chef Jacques Pépin creates magic in the kitchen, but he works legit miracles by turning boring cereal into a chocolatey treat you'll actually want to eat.

    By Alba Caraceni 14 days ago Read More
  • A no-bake cheesecake topped with a berry sauce, fresh berries, and mint, with one sliced cut out of it

    The Ingredient You Can't Skip When Making No-Bake Cheesecake

    No-bake cheesecake recipes deliver the dessert's sweet, tart taste in less time and none of the heat. Just be sure you don't forget this one crucial ingredient.

    By Laura Christine Allan 15 days ago Read More
  • Carton of brown eggs with two missing, with two small bowls with one cracked egg in each and the shells on the side on a dark wood surface

    How Egg Temperature Is Affecting Your Baked Goods

    Baking is a surprisingly exact science, so the temperature of the eggs you're using makes a difference. Here's what you need to know about egg temperature.

    By Alba Caraceni 16 days ago Read More
  • The statue of Abraham Lincoln inside Washington D.C.'s Lincoln Memorial.

    This Popular Holiday Cookie Was A Rare Treat For Abraham Lincoln

    One of Abraham Lincoln's favorite cookies gave him an interesting anecdote that he loved to share to teach lessons about generosity, unfairness, and desire.

    By Joe Hoeffner 16 days ago Read More
  • Milk chocolate covered strawberries and one plain strawberry on a white plate on a wooden table

    For The Best Chocolate-Covered Strawberries, Use This Type Of Chocolate

    When making a batch of chocolate-covered strawberries, there's one type of chocolate that's the perfect match, both in flavor and in texture.

    By Ashley M. Jacobs 16 days ago Read More
  • Pillsbury cinnamon rolls

    The Behemoth Dessert Trick You Can Pull Off With Pillsbury Cinnamon Rolls

    Pillsbury cinnamon rolls deliver sticky-sweet goodness in just minutes of cooking time. But what if we told you that you could upgrade them — in a very big way?

    By Kat Olvera 17 days ago Read More
  • A cheesecake topped with strawberries

    Why Your Cheesecake Is Cracking And How To Stop It

    Maybe one cracked cheesecake can be called artisanal, but if you want that perfectly smooth top, here's exactly why your cheesecake cracks and how to avoid it.

    By Joe Hoeffner 17 days ago Read More
  • hands whisking chocolate

    The Overheating Mistake That Causes A Grainy Chocolate Ganache

    Chocolate ganache is a taste that's smooth and rich unless you apply heat, in which case be prepared for a grainy filter which ruins the dessert.

    By Dennis Lee 18 days ago Read More
  • A close up of three brownie squares stacked on a white plate, with a jar of milk out of focus in the background

    Ditch The Water And Use This Liquid In Boxed Brownies Instead

    If your boxed brownies seem a little bland, ditch the water in favor of something richer. This fatty liquid is a good way to get that process started.

    By Ashley M. Jacobs 19 days ago Read More
  • Pumpkin pie and apple pie with seasonings on a wood table

    Pumpkin Vs Apple Pie Spice: Is There A Difference?

    If it's fall, we're team pumpkin spice. Or is it apple pie spice? Find out if there's a difference between pumpkin and apple pie spice, and how to use both.

    By Kat Olvera 19 days ago Read More
  • Slice of pumpkin pie with cinnamon sprinkled whipped cream on top

    The Small Mistake That Makes A Pumpkin Pie Instantly Gross

    Pumpkin pie is fantastic any day of the year, but not if you mess it up. This simple mistake has an easy fix which assures your pie will come out perfectly.

    By Rolland Judd 23 days ago Read More
  • Slice of chocolate cake with various nuts on top

    The Case For Boiling Your Cake Batter Before Baking It

    There are any number of ways to bake a cake, but if you haven't tried it before you really ought to consider boiling the cake batter before baking it.

    By Rolland Judd 24 days ago Read More
  • Overhead shot of crackly walnut brownies

    If Your Brownies Aren't Crackly On Top, You Might Be Making These Mistakes

    There is nothing more disappointing than a bungled, dull brownie. We talked to an expert baker to make sure this never happens to you again.

    By Lindsey Reynolds 26 days ago Read More
  • Creme brulee in a ramekin.

    Why Ramekin Size Matters When Making Crème Brûlée

    Crème brûlée can look intimidating so we talked to an expert about how to be sure yours cooks through in the middle without getting too burnt on the top.

    By Joe Hoeffner 29 days ago Read More
  • Banana pudding with bowls and spoons

    14 Old-Fashioned No-Bake Desserts People Still Love Today

    When you want to make something sweet without turning on your oven, no-bake desserts are ideal. These old-fashioned no-bake treats have stood the test of time.

    By Holly Riddle 1 month ago Read More
  • A person pouring cake batter out of a mixing bowl into a tin.

    Stop Overmixing Your Cake Batter With This Baking Technique

    Overmixing your cake batter can be so easy to do, especially if you're excited to dig in. However, avoiding it is much easier with this baking technique.

    By Dylan Murray 1 month ago Read More
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