Yes, You Can Refrigerate Cake Batter, But For How Long?
Sure, you can put most types of cake batter in the fridge to store it, but how long do you have, and why can't all kinds of batter go in for a rest?
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How Do You Know If Cookie Dough Is Overmixed And How Do You Avoid It?
Making homemade cookie dough is more complicated than it might seem, especially when it has spent too long in the mixer -- avoid pitfalls with these expert tips
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Does Cake Mix Really Go Bad?
If you've been digging through your cupboards and found a cake mix from you-can't-remember-when, you may be curious if it's still safe to bake with.
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The Unconventional Cake Cutting Technique You Should Be Using For Less Crumbs
After taking the time to bake, cool, and frost a cake, the last thing you want is messy slices full of crumbs. Get the perfect cut with this technique.
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Upgrade Your Boxed Cake With This Delicious DIY Finish
Boxed cake mix is convenient and can be delicious; however, if you want a trick to take your dessert from good to downright impressive, make this DIY finish.
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The Unexpected Condiment To Upgrade Your Store-Bought Brownie Mix
Store-bought brownie mix is user-friendly with delicious results, but this unexpected condiment will level up your boxed mix for gooey, chocolatey perfection.
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The Worst Boxed Cake Mix: Why It Falls Flat While Others Rise To The Occasion
Using a boxed cake mix to bake a cake is totally valid, but not every brand is up to the task -- and one in particular should be avoided at all costs.
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The Forgotten Baking Tool That Gives You Even Cake Layers Every Time
Do you struggle to slice a cake and get even layers? Ensuring each layer looks the same is the key for structural integrity, so here's how to do it.
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How Overdoing This One Ingredient Can Lead To A Sunken Cake
Perfecting the ultimate cake recipe can be a bit of a struggle -- avoid collapsed, sunken centers with this expert approved baking tip.
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The Secret To Moist Chocolate Cake Is Truly Unconventional (And Sour)
There's nothing worse than a dry chocolate cake, so there are many different ways to add moisture. This sour ingredient may be in your fridge already.
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The Important Step You Can't Skip When Cooling Your Cake
You've gone to the trouble to bake a cake, so you want to be sure it turns out perfectly. To do so, don't overlook this step when you cool it.
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This Simple Addition Makes Your Chocolate Mug Cake Even Richer
Chocolate mug cakes are already easy and delicious, and with this one expert-approved ingredient addition, they'll become your new go-to dessert.
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Are Chia Seeds A Suitable Vegan Substitute For Eggs?
Chia seeds are a nutritious food ingredient that can be used in several ways. The seeds may even make a good replacement for eggs in your recipes.
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The Midwestern States That Would Bring Cookie Salad To A Potluck
Cookie salad may sound like a bit of an oxymoron, but this sweet, midwestern classic has been enjoyed in certain regions of the U.S. for decades.
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If You Don't Have A Candy Thermometer, Use The Water Test To Check Your Confections
No candy thermometer? No problem. Pastry chef Yami Mercado explains how you can use a simple, tried-and-true water test to reliably check your confections.
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What Is The Best Wine To Use For Poached Pears?
Poached pears are delicious, and always great to have on hand. However, to capture the perfect balance of flavors, you have to pick the right wine.
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Why Your No-Bake Cookies Won't Harden And How To Fix It
Many no-bake cookies are delicious and easy to make whenever you crave something simple and sweet, but what do you do if they don't harden properly?
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How To Make Edible Straws Using Candy
After transforming hard candy into functioning straws, you'll want to ditch every single other straw material -- it might not be reusable, but it is edible.
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The 3 Pantry Ingredients You Need To Turn Yellow Boxed Cake Mix Into A Vintage Treat
When a plain old box of yellow cake mix just isn't doing the trick anymore, consider these three ingredient additions to craft a fruity, tangy, dessert.
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How To Cook Hot Dogs In The Oven For A Perfect Snap Every Time
One of the best parts of eating a hot dog is biting into and getting that perfect snap. Here's how to cook them in the oven and get that snap every time.
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Why Adding Butter To Your Cakes Could Be A Moisture Mistake
You might think that because butter has such a rich, creamy flavor that it will make your cake even better, but you should use this fat with caution.
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The Bar-Cart Ingredient That Will Help Keep Your Cake Moist
Do you often find that your sponge cake runs a little dry? That it crumbles a little too quickly? The answer might lie in this particular bar cart staple.
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The Expert-Approved Egg Substitute That Doesn't Come In A Carton
When you need a quick egg substitute, especially when you are baking or need a binding agent, this vegan alternative is the perfect (and easiest) fit.
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Turn Your Store-Bought Cake Mix Into A Moist Gourmet Dessert With One Canned Ingredient
Store-bought cake mix is a pantry staple that you can whip up in a flash, but what if we told you that you could make it even better with one canned ingredient?
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The Common Ingredient Swap You Should Avoid When Making Carrot Cake
At its best, carrot cake is moist, flavorful, and delicious. However, if you're making this common ingredient swap, you might end up with a dry cake.
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For The Best Sponge Cakes, The Right Water Temperature Is Key
If you want to master a chiffon cake and other types of sponge cakes, you need to know the exact temperature of the water to use in your batter.
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The Easy Swap To Make Your Chocolate Boxed Cake Richer, Fudgier, & More Decadent
Sure, there are ways to take boxed cake mix to the next level, but what about when you want it extra fudgy? We spoke to an expert to find out.
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