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  • Someone stabs a fork into a plate stacked with brownies

    Spike Your Brownies With Leftover Beer For A Seriously Epic Dessert

    There are a few foods out there that are natural pairings, and dark beer and chocolate are two. Here's how to make better brownies with your fav beer.

    By Alba Caraceni 7 months ago Read More
  • closeup of baklava

    Here's How To Assemble Baklava Without Working Layer By Layer

    Baklava is delicious, delicate, and incredibly tricky to make. Food Republic consulted with an expert to learn how to make it a bit easier at home.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 7 months ago Read More
  • A baker kneads bread dough

    The Reason Your Homemade Bread Isn't As Fluffy As Bakery Loaves

    You may notice that when you buy bread from a bakery, it's light, it's fluffy, it lasts a long time -- why is it so different from bread we make at home?

    By Eli Cohen 7 months ago Read More
  • A loaf of banana bread with two sliced pieces sits in a wooden tray, with a banana in the background

    The Mistake You're Probably Making With Your Homemade Banana Bread

    Delicious and straightforward, banana bread is quite forgiving. However, there's one common mistake you might be making that ruins your loaves every time.

    By Cami Cox 7 months ago Read More
  • Three boxes of Betty Crocker vanilla cake mix

    If Eggs Are Too Expensive, There's A Cheaper Ingredient To Replace Them In Boxed Cake Mix

    With the price of eggs currently at a fever pitch, shoppers are looking for cheaper substitutions. For your boxed cake mix, reach for this inexpensive item.

    By Alba Caraceni 7 months ago Read More
  • Chocolate croissants on white plate with wooden background.

    The Right Time To Fill Homemade Croissants With Chocolate

    If you want to bake the best chocolate croissant, you can't just stuff it with so-so cocoa and hope for the best. You need to add it at the right time.

    By Lili Kim 7 months ago Read More
  • loaf of sliced banana bread

    The Secret Ingredient For Ultra-Moist Banana Bread

    Does your banana bread always turn out just a little bit dry? Do you want the ultimate tender crumb? Then you need to add this one ingredient.

    By Paige Novak-Goberville 7 months ago Read More
  • Two loaded baked potatoes topped with sour cream, cheese, bacon, and chives sit on a wooden surface

    Why Baked Potatoes Taste Better At Restaurants

    If you want to get that top of the line, restaurant-quality baked potato, then you need to think like a restaurant chef and prepare your spud accordingly.

    By Cami Cox 7 months ago Read More
  • Vanilla bean mousse in cup surrounded by berries

    For The Fluffiest Vanilla Mousse, Patience Is The Most Important Step

    Achieving a cloud-like vanilla mousse requires more than just skill. Without exercising patience, your dessert is bound to fall flat - literally.

    By Lili Kim 7 months ago Read More
  • chocolate chip banana bread on a plate

    What's The Best Type Of Chocolate To Add To Your Banana Bread And How Do You Incorporate It?

    If you're baking some banana bread at home, one classic way to amp things up is with chocolate, but which type is best and how should you add it?

    By Danielle Esposito 7 months ago Read More
  • A slice of layer cake with strawberries on top in front of the whole cake.

    Why Bread Flour Isn't Ideal For Cakes

    There are specific types of flour that one should use when baking a cake, and bread flour is definitely not one of them. Here's what you need to know.

    By Jennifer Waldera 7 months ago Read More
  • A Danish dough whisk against a white background

    Why A Danish Dough Whisk Is The Ultimate Tool For Bakers

    If you're a frequent baker and haven't picked up a Danish dough whisk yet, here's why it should become your new go-to tool for doughs, batters, and more.

    By Molly Wilson 7 months ago Read More
  • cake mix in grocery store

    Flavor Isn't The Only Thing That Makes Boxed Cake Mixes So Delicious

    Boxed cake mixes are iconic at this point, but flavor isn't the only thing that makes them delicious. Here are some other reasons to love boxed cake mix.

    By Lauren Bair 7 months ago Read More
  • Classic Italian spaghetti with a rich, creamy carbonara sauce, made with eggs, cheese, pancetta, and black pepper.

    The Pasta Cooking Rule You Don't Need To Follow

    Discover the surprising pasta cooking rule you can ignore. Learn the secrets to perfect pasta every time by challenging traditional and embracing creativity.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 7 months ago Read More
  • An overflowing bowl of popcorn

    Blend Up Popcorn For A Tasty Addition To Your Baked Goods

    Popcorn is tasty and incredibly versatile, but it's more than just a snack food. Here's how you can make popcorn flour, a fabulous addition to baked goods.

    By Simone Paget 7 months ago Read More
  • A piece of moist chocolate cake with pistachios

    The Mild, Secret Ingredient To Add For Perfectly Moist Cakes

    If you want a cake that's full of rich, delicious moisture but still has a light, gentle crumb, you need to add this one type of dairy to your bake.

    By Eli Cohen 7 months ago Read More
  • A pile of flour sits on a wooden surface near a small wooden bowl containing flour and a wooden spoon holding grains of wheat

    The Sweet Reason You Should Be Milling Your Own Flour

    It may sound very 19th century, but milling your own flour when doing some at-home baking is a great way to improve the taste of your baked goods.

    By Cami Cox 8 months ago Read More
  • Stick of too softened or melted butter

    When You Should Avoid Putting Softened Butter Back In The Fridge

    Softened butter is necessary for plenty of different recipes, but does this process it make a difference once you cool it back down? As it turns out, it does.

    By Sadie Stringer 8 months ago Read More
  • Various types of flour in bowls on wood table

    Can You Substitute All Purpose Flour And What's The Best Way To Do So?

    Substituting all-purpose flour in baking can be tricky, but baking expert Jerrelle Guy has some tips on the best way to use alternative flours in your bakes.

    By Sadie Stringer 8 months ago Read More
  • Filled crescent rolls about to go into the oven

    Sweet And Easy 3-Ingredient Breakfast Rollups Start With Canned Croissants

    Making a satisfying breakfast doesn't have to be difficult. With just three ingredients and a few minutes, you can make your own sweet and delicious roll-ups.

    By Sadie Stringer 8 months ago Read More
  • Boxes of Duncan Hines and Betty Crocker Devil's Food cake mix

    Betty Crocker Vs Duncan Hines: Which Boxed Devil's Food Cake Mix Is Better?

    We decided to put two cake brand champs up against each other to see which has the better boxed devil's food cake mix. Let's cut some cake and find out.

    By Emily M Alexander 8 months ago Read More
  • Four Southern buttermilk biscuits sit on a wooden cutting board

    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.

    By Adam Raphael 8 months ago Read More
  • A wooden bowl of flour sits on a piece of burlap near scattered whole grains and stalks of wheat

    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.

    By Cami Cox 8 months ago Read More
  • angel food cake

    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.

    By Paige Novak-Goberville 8 months ago Read More
  • line up of girl scout cookies and their boxes

    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.

    By Sadie Stringer 8 months ago Read More
  • Coconut filled with coconut flour on wooden table

    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.

    By Katie Moore 8 months ago Read More
  • Frozen berries

    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.

    By Katie Moore 8 months ago Read More
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