How to Bake

We've got tips and techniques for every type of baker, from pros to novices. Get expert techniques for how to bake bread, muffins, scones, cookies, cakes, pies, and more. Our how-to guide for baking has information useful for beginning bakers and baking pros alike. We have basics—baking at high altitude, baking substitutions, explanations such as baking soda versus baking powder, how to measure, and so much more. We also have expert techniques for advanced baking skills, such as how to make the perfect piecrust dough, including how to give it a special edge or woven lattice top. Our step-by-step photos will walk you through all the baking basics, from brownies and breads to cobblers and cakes. We even have guides and instructional videos for stunning cake decorating so you can bake celebration cakes for birthdays, anniversaries, and more. You'll beam with pride when you skip the store-bought cupcakes and instead make your own bakery-style versions at home. And you'll never lament a stuck cake again with our tips to avoid cakes that fall apart when they come out of the oven.

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Here Are the Baking and Cooking Questions You've Asked Most in Quarantine So Far

Here Are the Baking and Cooking Questions You've Asked Most in Quarantine

Here's to perfecting homemade bread!
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Cassava Flour Is the Latest Trendy Ingredient Perfect for Gluten-Free Eating

Cassava Flour Is Making a Name for Itself in Gluten-Free Baking: Here's How to Use It

Bonus: The starchy tropical root veggie is also Paleo-friendly since it's free of processed sugars and grains.
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The 11 Most Googled Baking Recipes During Quarantine

The 11 Most Googled Baking Recipes During Quarantine

Surprise! Banana bread is NOT No. 1.
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The Ultimate Guide to Baking Your Best Chocolate Chip Cookie Yet

The Ultimate Guide to Baking Your Best Chocolate Chip Cookies

Cookies gone flat? Check out our troubleshooting tips.
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Banana Bread Is the Secret Ingredient to the Perfect French Toast

Banana Bread Is the Secret Ingredient to the Perfect French Toast

No banana bread? Try donuts or cinnamon rolls!
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So Your Brown Sugar's Gone Hard—Here's How to Soften It

So Your Brown Sugar's One Big Clump—Here's How to Soften It

You'll be making chocolate chip cookies again in no time.
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How to Make a Cake

How to Make a Cake

A freshly baked cake smothered in frosting makes an irresistible homemade dessert. Intimidated? Start here. Whether you need a birthday cake for someone special or an over-the-top holiday cake, we'll teach you how to bake a cake that's moist and mouthwatering every time and how to frost it.
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21 Essential Baking Tools Every Home Cook Needs (Plus 16 That Are Nice to Have)

21 Essential Baking Tools Every Home Cook Needs (Plus 16 That Are Nice to Have)

If you’re a beginner baker who’s just starting out (or a master chef looking to declutter), start with this list of baking must-haves. We’ll help you set up a baking kit for beginners with 21 essential tools. Or for those who already own these tools, this list may finally provide the motivation you need to toss that never-been-used soufflé dish. Building your essential baking toolbox starts here!
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Yes, You Can Master Sourdough Bread in 4 Steps—Here's How

Yes, You Can Master Sourdough Bread in 4 Steps: Here's How

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How to Make a Moist Cake

How to Make a Moist Cake

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The Best All-Purpose Flour Substitutes

The Best All-Purpose Flour Substitutes

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Our Secrets to Successfully Swapping Whole Wheat Flour for All-Purpose

How to Substitute Whole Wheat Flour for All-Purpose Flour

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I Tried the 3-Ingredient Crème Brûlée, and Yes, It's as Easy (and Delicious) as It Sounds

The sound of breaking through that caramelized sugar coating makes this recipe totally worth trying.

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Silpat’s New Baking Molds Are Your Holiday Baking Secret Weapon

Silpat’s New Baking Molds Are Your Holiday Baking Secret Weapon

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How to Make Cheese Danish Pastries

How to Make Cheese Danish Pastries

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How to Make Pretzels

How to Make Pretzels

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How to Slightly Beat Eggs

How to Slightly Beat Eggs

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How to Beat Egg Whites to Soft Peaks

How to Beat Egg Whites to Soft Peaks

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How to Beat Egg Whites to Stiff Peaks

How to Beat Egg Whites to Stiff Peaks

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How to Naturally Color Frosting with Freeze-Dried Berries

How to Naturally Color Frosting with Freeze-Dried Berries

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How to Frost an Ombré Cake

How to Frost an Ombré Cake

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Cookie Art! Watercolor Cookie Decorating

Cookie Art! Watercolor Cookie Decorating

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How to Make Powdered Sugar Icing

How to Make Powdered Sugar Icing

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How to Freeze Cookies

How to Freeze Cookies

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How to Drizzle Cookies with Powdered Sugar Icing

How to Drizzle Cookies with Powdered Sugar Icing

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Cake Tricks with Tools Already in Your Kitchen

Cake Tricks with Tools Already in Your Kitchen

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Can I Substitute Baking Mix for All-Purpose Flour?

Can I Substitute Baking Mix for All-Purpose Flour?

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Do I Need to Sift Flour When Making Cookies?

Do I Need to Sift Flour When Making Cookies?

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When to Use Pure Vanilla Extract or Imitation Vanilla in Desserts

When to Use Pure Vanilla Extract or Imitation Vanilla in Desserts

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What's the Difference Between Baking with Unbleached and Bleached Flour?

What's the Difference Between Baking with Unbleached and Bleached Flour?

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How to Substitute Chocolate Pieces for Unsweetened Cocoa Powder in Brownies

How to Substitute Chocolate Pieces for Unsweetened Cocoa Powder in Brownies

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How to Prevent Cookies from Spreading Too Much

How to Prevent Cookies from Spreading Too Much

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How Much Can I Reduce Sugar in a Baking Recipe?

How Much Can I Reduce Sugar in a Baking Recipe?

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Substituting Cake Flour for All-Purpose Flour in Cookies

Substituting Cake Flour for All-Purpose Flour in Cookies

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Why Should I Cool Cookies on a Rack?

Why Should I Cool Cookies on a Rack?

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How Much to Reduce Baking Time When Converting a Cake Recipe to Make Cupcakes

How Much to Reduce Baking Time When Converting a Cake Recipe to Make Cupcakes

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Can I Skip Salt in a Recipe by Using Salted Butter?

Can I Skip Salt in a Recipe by Using Salted Butter?

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How to Store Homemade Cookies and Candy to Stay Fresh

How to Store Homemade Cookies and Candy to Stay Fresh

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