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  • A slice of apple pie rests on a pie server

    Once You Make Pie Crust Like This, You'll Never Turn Back

    Drive right on by that frost-bitten pie crust in the frozen section. This French pastry method gives homemade pie crust ultra-flaky, bougie boulangerie energy.

    By Dylan Murray 15 hours ago Read More
  • A person opens a fortune cookie with a message inside

    Use Your Microwave To Sneakily Open Up A Fortune Cookie And Slip In A Note Of Your Own

    You're a secret spy and your covert device is, well, your microwave. Tuck your own custom message inside a fortune cookie in less than 30 seconds on high.

    By Maria Scinto 19 hours ago Read More
  • Basket of muffins in blue and yellow paper wrappers

    The Simple Trick To Make Muffins So Much Better

    Homemade muffins are good, but they can often lean into bland territory. This simple trick is a great way to upgrade any muffin recipe you like.

    By Erica Martinez 2 days ago Read More
  • Overhead view of two people cooking asparagus with open cookbook

    The Biggest Mistake People Make When Doubling A Recipe

    Doubling a recipe sounds easy enough to do if you know basic multiplication, but it turns out that there's a bit more to it than simple math.

    By Maria Scinto 2 days ago Read More
  • Baked macaroni and cheese in a white pan with fresh herbs

    If You're Not Baking Your Mac And Cheese, You're Seriously Missing Out

    Baked mac rules, the other kind drools. Experience the crunch, the sauce, and the ultra-comforting flavor of mac and cheese that comes straight outta the oven.

    By Maria Scinto 2 days ago Read More
  • cook holds folded puff pastry in hands before parking

    The One Type Of Frozen Puff Pastry That's Not Worth Buying

    Frozen puff pastry bought from the store is nothing to scoff at, so long as you're avoiding this one version which simply can't compare with the rest.

    By Lindsey Reynolds 3 days ago Read More
  • Glute-free bread sliced on wood cutting board

    The Bubbly Addition That Makes Homemade Gluten-Free Bread So Much Better

    Homemade gluten-free bread is generally more difficult to do well compared to bread with gluten. This secret ingredient is a great imitator of gluten.

    By Rolland Judd 3 days ago Read More
  • A variety of bulk candy on display in a store

    The Retro Candy You Can Turn Into A Surprisingly Tasty Old-School Dessert

    Think old-school candy can't get any sweeter? Grab a big handful for the delightfully fruity retro dessert recipe that will make you feel like a kid again.

    By Ellery Weil 3 days ago Read More
  • Person pulling tray of cookies out of oven

    The Overlooked Step That Ruins Your Bakes While In The Oven

    Baked goods can be finnicky so it's important to keep an eye on them while they're cooking. This overlooked step can save you from ruining your food.

    By Rolland Judd 4 days ago Read More
  • sourdough starter with discard

    Don't Throw Away Sourdough Starter Discard – Use It To Enhance Your Baked Goods

    Many recipes will have you remove a bit of discard from your sourdough starter, but just because it's called discard doesn't mean you should throw it away.

    By Maria Scinto 4 days ago Read More
  • Pink, orange, yellow, and green sugar cookies on cooling racks

    The Old School Pastel Sugar Cookies That Deserve A Major Comeback

    Bake jaw-dropping sugar cookies that look like they came straight outta the patisserie window display, using an old-school ingredient with flavors that hit.

    By Alba Caraceni 5 days ago Read More
  • A grocery store customer carrying a basket

    Is There Really A Difference Between Brand Name Sugar And Budget Private Labels?

    When shopping on a budget, it's easy to get in the habit of picking up the cheapest store brands, but is brand name sugar actually better for baking?

    By Cassie Womack 9 days ago Read More
  • angel food cake with strawberries and whipped cream

    For The Absolute Fluffiest Angel Food Cake, Use This Type Of Flour

    Angel Food Cake requires a very specific type of texture, which is why this type of flour is the one you want to substitute into your recipe.

    By Maria Scinto 9 days ago Read More
  • chocolate layer cake on plate

    The Fruity Condiment You Need To Add To Your Next Chocolate Cake

    Chocolate cake is plenty tasty on its own, but you can add a fruity twist by bringing in this classic condiment. Trust us, you'll want to try this trick out.

    By Maria Scinto 9 days ago Read More
  • Le Creuset dutch oven on wood cutting board

    Is Le Creuset Cookware Worth The Exorbitant Price Tag?

    Le Creuset pots, pans, casserole dishes, and Dutch ovens are known for their lovely colors and good quality, but are they really worth the splurge?

    By Rolland Judd 10 days ago Read More
  • Duff Goldman wears sunglasses on his forehead at an event

    Duff Goldman's Secret To Perfect Pecan Pie Is This Sweet Syrup

    Duff Goldman built his career on sweet ideas, and his globally beloved sweetener swap bakes up the best pecan pie texture and flavor you'll ever taste.

    By Laura Christine Allan 10 days ago Read More
  • soft and chewy chocolate chip cookies

    The Sugar Cube Secret That Will Keep Your Cookies Soft And Fresh

    Cookies are best when they're fresh from the oven, but you can maintain their soft texture for days to come if you follow this simple sugar trick.

    By Iva Sorsa-Sunic 11 days ago Read More
  • fudgy chocolate brownies stacked on top of eachother

    The 3 Ingredients Required To Make Homemade Banana Brownies

    Delicious desserts -- even the ones made from scratch -- don't have to be complicated. In fact, you can make amazing brownies with just three ingredients.

    By Iva Sorsa-Sunic 13 days ago Read More
  • A three-tier hummingbird cake next to slices on plates

    Meet The Super Moist Southern Cake That Tastes Like Banana Bread

    Sweet, fruit-filled, and iced with cream cheese frosting, hummingbird cake is very popular in the Southern United States. Its origins, however, are Caribbean.

    By Joe Hoeffner 13 days ago Read More
  • Two loaves of bread rising.

    Why Cold Bulk Fermentation Makes More Flavorful Bread

    If you enjoy baking bread at home but don't know what cold bulk fermentation is, you may have just stumbled on the professional secret behind great bread.

    By Cassie Womack 16 days ago Read More
  • Freshly baked bagels in a stack

    Why Your Homemade Bagels Are Too Dense And The Easy Way To Fix Them

    Given that bagels are just a circle of dough, it's incredible how difficult it is to get the texture right. Here's why your homemade bagels are too dense.

    By Cassie Womack 17 days ago Read More
  • Giada De Laurentiis smiling

    The Fresh Herb Giada De Laurentiis Uses To Elevate Lemon Bars

    Take lemon bars from dependable and tasty to absolutely exceptional with the surprising ingredient Giada De Laurentiis loves to add to her lemon bar recipe.

    By Kristine Belonio 18 days ago Read More
  • Headshot of Emma Roberts at an event

    Emma Roberts Relied On This Bougie Beverly Hills Bakery For Her Pregnancy Cravings

    Actress Emma Roberts already had a hankering for this Beverly Hills bakery item, but was even more obsessed when she was pregnant.

    By Dylan Murray 23 days ago Read More
  • Betty White smiling in blue blouse and polka dot scarf

    The Comforting Recipe That Betty White Shared In 1955 Is As Iconic As She Is

    In real life, Betty White wasn't one to spend much time cooking. However, in 1955, White shared a recipe that still remains popular all these years later.

    By Erica Martinez 23 days ago Read More
  • Vintage loaves of bread

    11 Old-School Breads You Won't Find At Your Local Bakery

    Fresh-baked bread is a delight, but the loaves you'll generally find at the bakery can get boring. Check out these old-school breads you can't find anymore.

    By Anna Haines 28 days ago Read More
  • Oreo icebox cake piece dusted with chocolate crumbs on a plate with a gold fork

    The No-Bake Vintage Cake That's Perfect For Hot Summer Days

    No one wants to turn on the oven when the sun is beating down and the weather couldn't be hotter. That's why you need this cool vintage no-bake cake recipe.

    By Alba Caraceni 29 days ago Read More
  • Ricotta cheesecake with raspberries and mint leaves

    For Rich And Light Cheesecakes, Reach For This Creamy Ingredient

    A good cheesecake should be light yet luxuriously rich. To take yours to the next level, just add some of this deliciously creamy ingredient.

    By Maria Scinto 30 days ago Read More
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