Baking

Carla Hall's Simple Dairy-Free Butter Tip For Better Bakes

Substituting dairy butter for plant-based is simple. But each reacts differently when baking. Here Carla Hall shares a helpful tip for better dairy-free bakes.

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The Ingredient To Look Out For When Making An Aquafaba Meringue

Whipping up aquafaba instead of egg whites is a well-known meringue hack. But there's another ingredient to be aware of when selecting tins of chickpeas.

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Cake Too Dry? Add Some Layers And Thank Us Later

A too-dry cake isn't the end of the world, or your dessert. Try this simple tip and add some layers to salvage your sweet treat. Here's how it works.

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An Egg Carton Is Perfect For Transporting Mini Muffins

Mini muffins are meant to be shared, and if you want to easily transport them from your kitchen, an empty egg carton might be the best method.

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Ditch The Oven And Make Fluffy Cornbread In The Air Fryer

Your air fryer can do a lot of the same things an oven can in smaller batches. Though you may have never made cornbread this way, it may be time to change that.

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Duff Goldman's Simple Tip For More Legible Cake Writing

Duff Goldman rose to prominence as an expert cake decorator in "Ace Of Cakes." Use his helpful cake writing tip to create legible messages on your bakes.

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The Ingredient Swap That Brings Out The Toasty Flavor Of Carrot Cake

Have you been making carrot cake wrong this whole time? Swapping just one ingredient in your recipe could result in the best carrot cake you've ever had.

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The Biggest Mistake To Avoid When Baking With Dairy-Free Milk

Baking with dairy-free milk is relatively straightforward, but there's one big shopping mistake to avoid, as it can throw off the flavor of your vegan sweets.

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Give Your Casserole An Extra Layer Of Crunch With Phyllo Dough

Make it all about the crunch in your casserole by adding a thin, crispy layer of phyllo dough to your everyday bakes. Here's how.

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Take Your Buttercream To The Next Level With Toasted Milk Powder

Buttercream is the ultimate fluffy frosting for a delicious cake. But it can be even better with the addition of toasted milk powder. Here's why.

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Upgrade Your Next Cake With The Rich Coffee Goodness Of Kahlua

Kahlua is a rich, decadent liqueur that brings a lot of benefits to baking all kinds of cakes. Take this tip and try adding some to your next bake.

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11 Ingredient Swaps That Will Make Any Boxed Cake Mix Taste So Much Better

Elevating a store-bought cake mix can be as simple as swapping water for chocolate milk, or adding spoonfuls of jam for bright bursts of fruit.

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Substituting Real Butter For Dairy-Free Is Way Easier Than You'd Think

Whether you've recently gone vegan or are looking to surprise and delight plant-based friends and family with baked goods, we have great news.

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Use Up That Stale Pound Cake And Make Dessert Croutons

There's no need for food waste when there are creative ways to use up stale pound cake. Don't sleep on dessert croutons to add to some tasty dishes.

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Depression-Era Water Pie Is Actually Really Tasty

If you haven't seen the viral water pie on social media, get ready: It's a fantastic way to use pantry staples and it tastes better than it sounds.

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Trust Us, It's Time To Start Making Your Cheesecake In A Slow Cooker

If your cheesecake often comes out with dry texture or cracks on top, the slow cooker can be your hero that delivers extra-silky cheesecakes every time.

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Toss A Little Texture On Your Cheeseboard With Crunchy Parmesan Crisps

When looking to add some crunch to a charcuterie or cheese board, many people reach for the crackers. But consider parmesan crisps as a flavorful alternative.

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Here's Some Tips For Combating Super Sticky Rice Krispie Treats

Although a delicious throwback to our childhood, making Rice Krispie treats can turn into a sticky mess. Fortunately there are ways to lessen the hassle.

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13 Common Mistakes That Ruin Your Homemade Pies, According To A Baker

Making a pie from scratch is an involved process, and in the experience of professional baker Courtney Yost, these mistakes will mess up the final product.

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For Perfect Homemade Sourdough, Consider Using 2 Scales

At every stage in the process, baking sourdough bread is all about precision. A second kitchen scale can help you be exact even with minuscule quantities.

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Brown Butter Is The Ingredient Your Sweet Potato Pie Has Been Missing

Brown butter, which has less moisture than the straight-from-the-fridge stuff, helps create an additional richness in your sweet potato pie filling.

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Use Your Leftover Champagne For A Deliciously Elevated Vinaigrette

Don't toss your flat, leftover Champagne - instead, use it to add a vibrant zest to your homemade vinaigrettes and level up your salad game.

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You Don't Need Cast Iron For A Crispy, Gooey Skillet Cookie

Although cast iron seems to be the go-to skillet to make giant chocolate chip cookies, there is other cookware you can use to achieve the same result.

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It Isn't Always A Sin To Use Fake Vanilla In Your Desserts

Home and professional bakers alike may be surprised to learn that it isn't always a terrible thing to use imitation vanilla extract in desserts. Here's why.

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What To Keep In Mind When Cooking With Cultured Butter

Cultured butter is the Rolls Royce of butter offerings, but make sure you know the dos and don'ts of using this product before adding it to your recipes.

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Flaxseed Is Your Secret Ingredient For Delicious Vegan French Toast

When you have a craving for French toast but have to do without eggs, versatile flaxseed is the ingredient you need for the best vegan version.

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It's Time To Start Frosting Your Bakes With Ice Cream

If making frosting from scratch intimidates you, it couldn't be easier to turn your favorite ice cream into frosting to pair with cupcakes, brownies, and more.

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