Baking

Slow-Cook Store-Bought Cinnamon Rolls For A Crisp, Fluffy Twist

Store-bought cinnamon rolls can be way better than you think. Try making them in the slow cooker for a no-fuss method and the perfect texture.

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A Proper Fat Ratio Is Key To Unlocking Fudgier Brownies

We have a trick for the tastiest and fudgiest results possible. All you have to do is determine a proper fat ratio while mixing the brownie ingredients.

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The Difference Between Sparkling Sugar And Regular

Whether you're looking to bake a treat or simply decorate the finished product, there's a type of sugar for every mood. Here's where sparkling sugar fits in.

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22 Ingredients That Will Upgrade Peanut Butter Cookies

It's time to give your usual peanut butter cookie recipe a delicious upgrade with common ingredients you may never have thought to add before.

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Why You Probably Shouldn't Dunk Your Brownie Tin In Ice Water

If you like brownies on the ultra-fudgy side, you may have come across the ice water dunking theory. You shouldn't do that to your brownies, and here's why.

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Yes, You Can Make A Classic Ricotta Cake With Boxed Mix

You can upgrade your cake recipe by adding ricotta to add some moisture. But you don't need to make your cake from scratch - using a box of cake mix will do.

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It's Easy To Freeze Cookies For Later. Here's How

If you wind up with a large batch of leftover cookies, or you want to save some of your baked goods for future enjoyment, you can toss them in the freezer.

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The Slap And Fold Technique For Unbeatable Sourdough Bread

For the uninitiated, there's more than one way to knead dough. To achieve the perfect rise in your next sourdough loaf, try the slap and fold technique.

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The Simple Mistake That's Making Your Beer Bread Dense

Adding beer to bread dough is perhaps the simplest way to achieve the perfect rise. But there's one mistake you could be making that creates a dense loaf.

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What Are Acetate Sheets Used For In Cake Baking?

If you're not already using acetate sheets in your homemade cake baking, here's everything you need to know about why you might want to start.

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The Par-Cooking Tip For Apple Pie That Continues To Divide The Internet

Par-cooking while making an apple pie is somewhat controversial. Here's why the internet can't agree on whether or not it's the right thing to do.

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Hot Cocoa Mix Takes Sticky Sweet Monkey Bread To Another Level

There is one twist that you can make in minutes, with only one additional ingredient that will take this nostalgic favorite up to the next level of flavor.

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Elevate Your Breakfast Muffins With An Oat Flour Swap

The base of any great batch is quality flour. This essential ingredient provides structure and rise to baked confections, so it's important to be selective.

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What Exactly Are Butter Dip Biscuits?

Every one knows what a biscuit it and just how delicious the soft and fluffy side is, but have you heard of the decadence of butter dip biscuits?

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What Exactly Is A Bread Maker And How Does It Work?

You can get a hot, fresh loaf of homemade bread without the extra work by using a bread maker. But how does a break maker actually do all the work for you?

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The Kitchen Tool Claire Saffitz Swears By For Tidier Bread-Making

There's no question that Claire Saffitz is a dessert person. But whatever she bakes, she demands a neat kitchen. And for tidier bread, she swears by this tool.

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How To Fix Homemade Fudge That Turned Out Far Too Oily

For a confection that has so few ingredients, fudge is notoriously tricky to get right. If you find yours has come out too oily here's what you should do.

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The Simple Trick For A Perfect Frosting Drizzle On Your Next Cake

Adding a beautiful drip to your decorations makes for a gorgeous finish. Try this simple trick for the perfect effect the next time you bake a cake.

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What It Means To 'Pull A Window' When Baking Bread

If you've never heard of the term to 'pull a window' in bread making, then this tip could be all you need to know when your dough is ready for the oven.

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The Ultimate Ranking Of Store-Bought Pie Crusts

Pre-made pie crusts can take the hassle out of baking a pie, provided you pick a good crust. We've ranked a bunch based on reviews and our own experience.

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For A Delectable Donut Cake, Don't Skimp On The Leaveners

To make a donut cake that's like a light, fluffy, oversized version of the breakfast treat, don't be shy with ingredients that will help the batter rise.

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For Quick And Delicious Cake, Just Grab Your Rice Cooker

Rice cookers are useful for their original purpose, but you can actually make a lot of recipes using the appliance -- including baking a cake.

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Deep-Fry Your Next Batch Of Rice Krispies Treats And Thank Us Later

Deep frying Rice Krispies Treats transforms the dessert you loved as a child into a crispy, golden-brown flavor bomb that's extra rich and satisfying.

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The Baking Tip That Turns Any Carrot Cake Recipe Into Flawless Cupcakes

Cupcakes are really just little cakes, which means with the right ingredients you can turn something like a carrot cake into miniature versions of the original.

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For The Best Bread Pudding, The Kind Of Bread You Use Matters

The kind of bread you use in a homemade bread pudding recipe can make all the difference when creating a dish with the perfect texture and flavor profile.

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Use Up Leftover Green Tomatoes And Make Some Bread

Similar to homemade zucchini bread, green tomato bread is easy to make - no yeast or rising involved - and versatile enough to be enjoyed from morning to night.

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Chocolate Bars Are The Way To Go For A Perfectly Melty Skillet Cookie

If you're looking for a surefire way to elevate your skillet cookie with heaps of delectable, melty gooeyness, look no further than a simple chocolate bar.

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