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  • Cake with red and pink flowers made using the back of a spoon.

    How To Create Beautiful Icing Petals Without Any Special Tools

    Decorating a cake with beautiful flowers doesn't need to special equipment or special skill. With a few expert tricks, lovely cake decoration is a breeze.

    By Allison Beussink 9 months ago Read More
  • A square of tres leches cake topped with whipped cream on a white plate

    What Are The Three Milks You Need To Make A Tres Leches Cake?

    Tres leches cake is a light and creamy dessert that's popular in Latin American cuisine. So, how do you make tres leches cake and which three milks do you need?

    By Erica Martinez 9 months ago Read More
  • Homemade chocolate brownies cut into squares

    The One Ingredient That Will Transform Basic Boxed Brownies

    If you're bored with boxed brownies, there's a quick and effective way to make them tastier and more exciting. It just takes one ingredient.

    By Mariana Zapata 9 months ago Read More
  • Chocolate cake in a white ceramic baking pan

    Ditch The Flour And Use One Pantry Staple For Your Chocolate Cake Pans Instead

    Making sure your cake comes out of the pan smoothly is an essential baking hack. We got some expert advice on one flour swap for dusting cake pans.

    By Iva Sorsa-Sunic 9 months ago Read More
  • A whisk topped with marshmallow fluff on a pink background.

    Patience Is A Virtue When Making Homemade Marshmallow Fluff

    You can make marshmallow fluff at home, but it does take a little bit of time. Here are some expert tips for making sure your fluff comes out perfectly.

    By Cassie Womack 9 months ago Read More
  • Cake pops in pastel colors decoarated with white sprinkles

    Can You Freeze Cake Pops For Later?

    Cake pops are a crowd pleasing treat and a great way to use up leftover sponge. So, can you prep your party snacks beforehand and freeze cake pops?

    By Iva Sorsa-Sunic 9 months ago Read More
  • lasagna with meat sauce on a grey plate

    Here's How Many Layers You Should Have In Your Lasagna

    We went to the experts for an answer to the age old question of how many layers of sauce, pasta, and cheese you should be building into your homemade lasagna.

    By Maria Scinto 9 months ago Read More
  • Hands assembling layer cake on cake stand

    The Easy Trick You Need For Evenly Cut Cake Layers

    Slicing even cake layers doesn't need to be complicated or require expensive tools. This simple trick makes perfect layers using items already in your kitchen.

    By Erica Martinez 9 months ago Read More
  • cake that stuck to pan and broke

    The Prep Mistake That's Causing Your Cake To Stick All Over

    There is little worse than mixing, baking, and cooling a cake, only to find it hopelessly stuck to the pan. But this simple prep step makes all the difference.

    By Maria Scinto 9 months ago Read More
  • Sourdough starter in a glass jar

    Here's How To Tell When It's Time To Throw Out Your Sourdough Starter

    With proper care and feeding, sourdough starter can last an incredibly long time. But there are a few warning signs that mean it's time to throw it out.

    By Maria Scinto 9 months ago Read More
  • A cake on a cooling rack

    The Double Cooling Rack Method For Getting Cakes Out Of Their Pans Without Fail

    Seeing if a cake will come out of the pan intact is always a tense moment. Pastry chef Sofia Schlieben has shared a tip that makes the process much easier.

    By Maria Scinto 9 months ago Read More
  • Piles of Jiffy cornbread mix

    16 Ways To Upgrade Jiffy Cornbread Mix

    Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix is great as it is, but you can jazz up your cornbread with a variety of inexpensive and delicious add-ins.

    By Holly Riddle 9 months ago Read More
  • chocolate chip packages on counter

    Store-Bought Chocolate Chip Brands, Ranked From Worst To Best

    We decided to put some popular store-bought chocolate chip brands to the test to see which ones are truly the best you can buy, and which ones you should skip.

    By Amber Winston 9 months ago Read More
  • a jar of honey with sugared cookies

    How To Avoid Burning Honey While Baking

    Although it may seem simple enough to swap honey in for sugar when baking, honey will actually burn much quicker. Here's how to keep that from happening.

    By Lindsey Reynolds 9 months ago Read More
  • Lavender cookies on a wooden cutting board with lavender sprigs

    Amp Up Your Next Batch Of Cookies With A Special Kind Of Butter

    If you're a home baker ready to break out of the mold of traditional recipes, this special kind of butter opens up a whole new world of possibilities.

    By Allison Beussink 9 months ago Read More
  • Hand flattening peanut butter cookie dough with fork

    Why Flattening Peanut Butter Cookies With A Fork Is A Crucial Step

    You may have thought that criss-cross pattern on the tops of peanut butter cookies was just for looks, but it actually serves a very important purpose.

    By Erica Martinez 9 months ago Read More
  • Cookie cutters sitting on top of sugar cookie dough.

    How To Make Sure Cut-Out Sugar Cookies Hold Their Shape

    A perfect sugar cookie is a thing of beauty, but the cookies have a tendency to spread while cooking. There is, however, one way to prevent this from happening.

    By Erica Martinez 9 months ago Read More
  • Pile of jam-filled pączki on a wooden board

    What Makes Paczki Different From Donuts?

    Pączki look like sugar-coated jelly donuts, right up to the fruit jams that ooze out from their sides. So what makes these sweet treats different?

    By Erica Martinez 9 months ago Read More
  • Chef torching slices of pie

    10 Mistakes You Might Be Making When Using A Culinary Torch

    A culinary torch should be used with caution. These are some mistakes you might be making when using your culinary torch, and how to avoid them in the future.

    By Dylan Myers 9 months ago Read More
  • Woman mixing sourdough starter

    The Foolproof Way To Make Sourdough Starter From Scratch

    Everyone loves sourdough, but making and maintaining sourdough starter is infamously difficult for new bakers. Here's how the experts recommend making starter.

    By Stephen Bradley 9 months ago Read More
  • A slice of coffee cake with cinnamon and streusel served with coffee.

    Does Coffee Cake Actually Contain Any Coffee?

    Coffee cake is a sweet treat that countless Americans love to eat. While many people enjoy the cake, fewer can say whether it actually contains any coffee.

    By Iva Sorsa-Sunic 9 months ago Read More
  • Golden-brown bread baking in an oven.

    How To Save Your Undercooked Loaf Of Bread

    After all of the kneading, rising, and baking, it is dismaying to end up with an underbaked loaf. But with a bit of expert help, your bread can be saved.

    By Cassie Womack 10 months ago Read More
  • Moist and fluffy yellow cake with icing sugar on a plate.

    The Fizzy Addition That Makes Boxed Cake Mix Ultra Fluffy

    To make your homemade cakes a little extra fluffy, look no further than the soda cans in your fridge or pantry. Trust us, it's all about the carbonation!

    By Iva Sorsa-Sunic 10 months ago Read More
  • Baked oatmeal and raisin cookies on white plate

    3 Ingredients Are All You Need For No-Fuss Oatmeal Cookies

    If you really want to simplify the process of making oatmeal cookies at home, then all you need is three easy to use ingredients.

    By Iva Sorsa-Sunic 10 months ago Read More
  • Squares of cornbread on a white plate

    Hot Water Vs Regular Cornbread: What's The Difference?

    Both hot water and traditional cornbread have rich corn flavor, a delightful texture, and a cornmeal base. But what are the differences in the two preparations?

    By Creshonda A. Smith 10 months ago Read More
  • A person adding milk to pancake batter while mixing it with a whisk

    Is There A Difference Between Batter And Dough?

    Batter and dough are both baking staples and make seem similar to inexperienced cooks. However, there are a few important differences between the two.

    By Creshonda A. Smith 10 months ago Read More
  • A bundt cake cooling in pan

    Here's The Winning Ticket To Mouthwatering Boxed Cake

    There are lots of ways to make boxed cake mix taste even better. This one extra ingredient is a great way to easily elevate the flavor every time.

    By Maria Scinto 10 months ago Read More
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