How to Bake

Learn how to bake apples to create a delicious, healthy dessert. You'll love the smell, too. Baking apples in the o...

Learn how to store and melt chocolate, as well as turn it into a beautiful garnish for desserts.

Baking at high altitudes requires some adjustments to standard cake, cookie, and yeast dough recipes.

Don't confuse one for the other -- these ingredients are essential for baking success.

Butter adds rich flavor and delicate texture to baked goods. Learn how to make the most of this baking staple in ju...

Using correct measurements is one the simplest keys to recipe success. We'll show you how to convert liquid measure...

Follow recipes correctly by starting with the right amount of sugar.

Many cereals, roots, and seeds are milled to make flour. Learn here about different types of flours, how to substit...

Ensure your treats pop out of the pan perfectly intact every time.

Get step-by-step instructions to make this celebration cake that is sure to wow your friends and family. We promise...

We take the guesswork out of baking a loaf of fresh bread. Count on these pointers for success.

Take the guesswork out of making homemade bread dough with these step-by-step photos and instructions. We'll also g...

With these simple guidelines, fresh homemade doughnuts can be ready for any occasion.

Use these tips to make a tender, golden brown loaf of bread without a lot of fuss.

We've broken down the difficult terms used for baking into easy-to-read, printable charts.

Here's how to change your standbys to make them work for any occasion.

Make your stuffing extra special with easy, homemade bread cubes.

Follow these step-by-step instructions to perfect this breakfast favorite.

When you want something homemade and special, yet simple and versatile, make a batch of muffins. These step-by-step...

With a few simple tips, it's easy to make yeast bread. These step-by-step instructions will help you get it right e...

Food and Cooking Encyclopedia: Quick Bread

Almost any fruit or combination of fruits works in a simple batter-topped cobbler. These easy steps will help you c...

Follow our easy step-by-step directions for making this one-pan dessert.

For all their rich, fudgy goodness, brownies are surprisingly easy to make. Follow these simple steps to get them r...

Learn how to make cookie dough for many of your cookie favorites. This basic dough can be made in just six simple s...

Scott Peacock, American cooking guru and Better Homes and Gardens contributing editor, shows you how to get extra...

Cookies can go from doughy to just right to burned in only a few minutes because they have a relatively short bakin...

Tiramisu means "pick me up" in Italian, but to most of us it means an amazing dessert that layers espresso, ladyfin...

Light and airy with a touch of decadence, sponge cakes are simple to make in just a few steps.

Although elegantly spiraled cake rolls might look hard to make, they're wonderfully easy to whip up in just a few s...

With our expert tips, you'll learn how to avoid the frustration of baking a cake that falls apart as soon as you tr...

Looking for a luscious buttercream frosting recipe? Look no further! Our crowd-pleasing buttercream frosting adds f...

Unlock the secrets to making a tender, perfect cake every time.

Turn your cake into a showstopping centerpiece with our simple tips and creative ideas.

Make a light and airy angel food cake from scratch with these step-by-step directions.

Use these easy-to-follow steps to make an extraordinary cheesecake from scratch.

Cupcakes are just right for almost any occasion. You can dress them up or down, fill them with something sweet or l...

A lattice piecrust is a beautiful way to show off jewel-like fruit filling inside the pie. Here's how to make this...

Scott Peacock, American cooking guru and Better Homes and Gardens contributing editor, shows you how to turn a few...

Combine a tender pastry with a scrumptious filling to make the perfect single-crust pie. Here are the steps for ach...

Follow these expert tips for a tender, flaky tart crust that turns out right every time.

The ideal fruit pie has a tender, flaky crust. Here we show you exactly how to make the perfect pastry -- it's easi...

Alan Carter, pastry chef at Mission Beach Cafe in San Francisco, demonstrates the never-fail method for making the...

Learn how to make a pie with tender, flaky crust in 11 simple steps.

A pretty edge puts the ideal finishing touch on your favorite pie recipe. Here we show you how to do 7 different ed...