Why Is Buttermilk So Crucial When Making Biscuits?
When it comes to buttery, flaky, perfectly risen biscuits, what's the key ingredient? Most likely it's going to be buttermilk, and here's why it's vital.
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How To Mill Flour At Home Without A Dedicated Miller
If you want to mill your own flour at home without a dedicated miller, take these tips from baking expert Jerrelle Guy on the best practices. -
The Easy Layered Cake That Uses 3 Store-Bought Ingredients And Tastes 'Heavenly'
If you want to make a divinely delicious cake without the fuss, try this cake that makes use of 3 convenience products from the grocery store. -
If You Haven't Thought About Air Frying Those Girl Scout Cookies Yet, Here's Your Sign
It's Girl Scout Cookie season, and if you haven't thought about tossing those cookies into your air fryer, you're missing out on something delicious. -
Can You Substitute Coconut Flour For All-Purpose Flour?
All-purpose flour lives up to its name in baking, but can you swap it out for coconut flour in certain recipes? Here's what an expert baker suggests. -
Should You Use Fresh Or Frozen Fruit In Your Baked Goods?
Picking between fresh and frozen fruit when baking may sound like a no-brainer, but as an expert explains, the answer might not always be so obvious. -
How Proofing Time Affects Your Homemade Bread
To perfect your homemade sourdough bread, you need to master the art of proofing. Part of that is knowing how time affects your proof and dough. -
The Surprise Ingredient You Should Be Adding To Your Bread
If you want to give your homemade bread a rich, savory taste, you don't need fancy ingredients. You probably have what you need in the pantry already. -
The Trader Joe's Hack For Easy Homemade Cinnamon Rolls
Sometimes, making delicious cinnamon rolls from scratch just feels like too much effort. Luckily, you can head to Trader Joe's for some help. -
Use Sourdough Starter As The Base For A Delicious Breakfast Favorite
If you want to take your average breakfast or brunch and turn it into something extraordinary, you need to break out your sourdough starter. -
Signs You're Overproofing Your Sourdough (& How To Fix It)
To confidently identify the signs of overproofed sourdough, Food Republic spoke with Hannah Dela Cruz, founder of the sourdough baking blog Make It Dough. -
Why You Need To Be Baking Cupcakes In Your Air Fryer
Everyone knows you can make crispy Brussels sprouts and chicken katsu in the air fryer, but did you know you can make delicious cupcakes in it as well? -
Bavarian Cream Vs Boston Cream: What's The Difference?
Bavarian cream and Boston cream are both creamy custards with a similar look. What makes them different, and what are the best uses for each one? -
The Grocery Chain You Should Visit For An Affordable (And Cute) Valentine's Baking Staple
If you want to jazz up your Valentine's (or Galentine's) day without breaking the bank, it's time to hit up Trader Joe's for its new sprinkles. -
The Affordable Kitchen Tool That Makes Your Quick Breads Stunning
The only thing better than fresh bread with a crispy, warm exterior and a plush, tender inside is a loaf that's as beautiful as it is delicious. -
The Unexpected Beers You Need To Use In Your Baked Goods
Sure, you've probably heard of adding Guinness or another dark stout to a chocolate cake, but there are other, lighter, beers that bake well too. -
The Ingredient That Makes Or Breaks The Texture Of Pavlova
Sofia Schlieben, corporate pastry chef at JF Restaurants, explained to Food Republic which ingredient is the key to achieving pavlova's texture. -
The Vinegar Step You Shouldn't Skip When Making Macarons
If you're making meringue for a batch of macarons, you shouldn't skip this one step with vinegar. If you do, you run the risk of deflated egg whites. -
Can You Reheat Store-Bought Cookies And How Do You Do It?
Whether you want to fool your guests into thinking you made them from scratch or just want low effort, warm cookies, you can reheat store-bought cookies easily. -
The Temperature Tip For The Fluffiest Meringue
If you want to ensure that your meringue are the fluffiest that they can possibly be, you need to think beyond whipping and consider the temperature. -
You Only Need 2 Items From Trader Joe's To Make Easy Cake Pops
Need a fun and simple way to feed a large group? With just two ingredients from Trader Joe's, you can create no-bake cake pops in just a few easy steps. -
The Meringue Mistake That's Ruining Your Pavlova
Meringue is a tempermental, fickle friend, but it's integral to the structure (and success) of your pavlova. Here's how to ensure it turns out well. -
Your Cherry Pie Needs A Cream Cheese Layer. Here's How To Do It
While cherry pie is undeniably delicious as is, there's an easy way to elevate this scrumptious dessert even further. Simply add a cream cheese layer. -
Is It Really The End Of The World If You Don't Chill Cookie Dough Before Baking?
What happens if you don't chill your cookie dough before baking? Skipping that step isn't the end of the world, but you might regret it if you don't. -
The Coffee Hack That Will Transform Your Store-Bought Brownie Mix
While there's no denying that boxed brownies are delicious as they are, there's one element you can add to elevate their chocolatey flavor: coffee. -
Can You Bake Vegan Cookies Without An Egg Alternative?
Sure, eggs can add some moisture and elasticity to your cookies, but what's the best substitute when doing some vegan baking? Do you really need one at all? -
The Timing Rule To Memorize When Baking With Cast Iron
Before you break out the cast iron skillet or pan to do your next batch of baking, you need to remember this one rule about timing: shorten it.
