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  • chocolate chip cookies with one on spatula

    The Breakfast Staple That Takes Chocolate Chip Cookies To A New Level

    Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, so why not incorporate it into dessert? There's a game-changing ingredient to add to chocolate chip cookies.

    By Jordyn Stone 4 months ago Read More
  • A batch of yellow cake mix sits in a glass bowl next to a bowl of flour and a bowl of beaten eggs

    Skip The Condensed Milk: This Canned Ingredient Gives Boxed Cake An Even Better Upgrade

    According to an expert, this one canned ingredient will completely transform your boxed cake mix — and no, it’s not sweetened condensed milk.

    By Cami Cox 4 months ago Read More
  • Cake with white to pink ombre frosting.

    Creating A Cake With Ombre Frosting Is Much Easier Than You Might Think

    Ombre frosting might look like a professional baker-level technique, but it's surprisingly simple to manage at home. Here's how.

    By M Lavelle 4 months ago Read More
  • a slice of carrot cake on a table

    The Canned Ingredient That Takes Boxed Carrot Cake From Bland To Bakery-Level

    To bake a carrot cake that tastes like it emerged from a bakery, but it really came from a box, consider adding this one pantry staple to your batter.

    By Danielle Esposito 4 months ago Read More
  • A slice of cheesy pizza is removed from a pan using a metal serving tool

    This One Canned Shortcut Will Change The Way You Make Pizza Forever

    The next time you're preparing to make a homemade pizza, try this super-simple canned shortcut and achieve the flakiest and most buttery crust ever.

    By Cami Cox 4 months ago Read More
  • a scone on parchment paper

    Bake Perfectly Fluffy Scones In Your Air Fryer With One Common Ingredient

    Baking scones doesn’t have to be a huge hassle if you cook them in the air fryer — and with one ingredient addition, they will turn out fluffier than ever.

    By Danielle Esposito 4 months ago Read More
  • Homemade golden pie crust on marbled surface

    Beef Tallow Is The Butter Alternative That Adds A Savory Twist To Pie Crust

    While beef tallow has numerous culinary uses, one of its most surprisingly effective applications is as a deeply savory alternative to butter in pie crusts.

    By Eli Cohen 4 months ago Read More
  • A mix of well-marbled beef and pork cuts on boards

    Beef Tallow Vs Lard: The Difference, Explained

    Beef tallow and pork lard are two types of animal fat that are popular in cooking, but what's the real difference between them and when should you use each?

    By Jack Rose 4 months ago Read More
  • different types of salt on gold spoon

    The Hands-Down Best Type Of Salt For Baking

    There are so many different types of salt, and understanding which one is the best forsaking can be tricky if you don’t know where to start.

    By Danielle Esposito 4 months ago Read More
  • Stack of cake-like brownies with chocolate sauce melting down the top

    Follow This Egg Tip For Light And Cakey Brownies

    While there's a time and a place for ultra-fudgy brownies, sometimes there's nothing better than enjoying a brownie with a light and cakey texture.

    By Paige Novak-Goberville 4 months ago Read More
  • Watermelon rinds on plate

    Reuse Watermelon Rinds By Grating Them Into Your Summer Cake

    Buying a watermelon can feel wasteful when you toss all of the rinds in the trash, but what if we told you you could reuse them in a summer cake?

    By Lili Kim 4 months ago Read More
  • Liquid chocolate is drizzled over four brownies sitting on a countertop

    The Canned Ingredient That Takes Boxed Brownie Mix From Dry To Dense & Moist

    Boxed brownie mix is undoubtedly convenient -- but it can also be a bit dry. With the addition of one pantry staple, your brownies will be moist and delicious.

    By Cami Cox 4 months ago Read More
  • A bowl of oats along with a spoon, a dishtowel, and a few stalks of oats

    Out Of Flour? Turn To Oats For An Easy Alternative

    One of the worst baking tragedies imaginable is running out of flour right when you need it. However, if you have a bag of oats, you have what you need.

    By Shantella Huddleston 4 months ago Read More
  • A layered carrot cake with a slice set aside on a plate

    Achieve The Perfect Carrot Cake Texture With This Simple Tip

    The key to an impeccable carrot cake is achieving an airy and delicate texture, a common challenge for home bakers; however, this simple trick helps.

    By Chala June 4 months ago Read More
  • tray of homemade salted crackers on drying rack

    Your Sourdough Discards Can Be The Base For Tasty Crackers

    Ditching your sourdough starter discards might feel like a tragic waste, but you can give it a second life by creating your own incredible crackers with it.

    By Paige Novak-Goberville 4 months ago Read More
  • Hoda Kotb smiling at an event

    The Store-Bought Snack Hoda Kotb Adds To Boxed Cake Mix For A Showstopping Dessert

    Celebrities, they're just like us. Today show host Hoda Kotb incorporates a classic store-bought snack into boxed cake mix for a sweet and salty treat.

    By Paige Novak-Goberville 4 months ago Read More
  • Someone greasing a bundt cake pan with a butter brush on a white marble table

    Why Using Butter To Grease A Cake Pan Can Be Problematic — And What You Can Do To Make It Work

    Greasing cake pans with oil might be the easier non-stick option, but there are also ways to make butter work without sacrificing your baked goods' integrity.

    By Sean Pagnotti 4 months ago Read More
  • Dolly Parton attends Dolly Parton's Threads: My Songs In Symphony World Premiere at Schermerhorn Symphony Center in Nashville, Tennessee

    Is Dolly Parton's Cuppa Cuppa Cuppa Cake From Steel Magnolias A Real Recipe?

    A cuppa cuppa cuppa cake uses one cup of flour, one of sugar, and then one of canned fruit cocktail to make a cake, but is it really viable?

    By Eli Cohen 4 months ago Read More
  • Focus on lemon squares stacked on a plate with powdered sugar, lemons, additional lemon squares and a floral napkin surrounding. All on a blue and white table.

    Turns Out, Your Store-Bought Crescent Rolls Are Begging To Be Made Into Lemon Squares

    Anyone who makes lemon bars knows that the crust can be time consuming and tricky. Make things that much simpler with this store-bought staple.

    By Shaun Melady 4 months ago Read More
  • Slices of key lime pie on white plates surrounded by limes

    Not Just For Shots: The Boozy Kick Your Key Lime Pie Needs

    Sure, this particular alcohol is notorious as shots, but it can add a world of flavor and depth to a key lime pie as well. Just be careful how much you add.

    By Katie Moore 4 months ago Read More
  • Yellow bananas on a blue background

    The Air Fryer Hack That Instantly Ripens Your Bananas

    If you need ripened bananas for a recipe, you can actually use your air fryer to speed up the process. No more waiting for green bananas to turn yellow.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 4 months ago Read More
  • A spoon in a bed of white sugar

    The Sticky Substitute For White Sugar You Can Use In A Pinch

    White sugar is a big part of many baking recipes but what do you do if you have none on hand and don't have time to go to the store? Try making this swap.

    By Chala June 4 months ago Read More
  • Baking dish filled with crescent roll apple dumplings

    The Unexpected Soda That's Key To Perfect (& Effortless) Apple Dumplings

    Apple dumplings are a classic pastry that have been around a long time, but you can give the autumnal treat a flavorful, citrusy boost using a very modern soda.

    By Eli Cohen 4 months ago Read More
  • Chocolate cake with a slice removed on a wooden table

    Yes, You Can Bake A Chocolate Cake On A Stovetop. Here's How

    There are only two problems with chocolate cake: the time it takes and the number of dishes to clean. Luckily, you can cook your cake on the stovetop instead.

    By Eli Cohen 4 months ago Read More
  • undecorated cake

    The Effortless Hack You Need For Intricate Cake Decorations

    Looking for an easy way to elevate your cakes? This simple decoration hack can transform an ordinary cake into a stunning masterpiece with minimal effort.

    By M Lavelle 4 months ago Read More
  • Rack of chocolate peanut butter cookies

    Are Cookies Considered Pastries?

    Cookies are classic for good reason -- but is the tasty treat actually classified as a pastry? One expert weighed in with some major insight.

    By Katie Moore 4 months ago Read More
  • Slice of banoffee pie with caramel on bottom

    Do Bananas Or Caramel Go On Banoffee Pie First?

    Banoffee pie, a blend of bananas and deliciously creamy toffee (or sometimes caramel), can go south quickly if you don't build it in the right order.

    By Katie Moore 4 months ago Read More
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