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  • An orange cake on a wooden table

    Give Your Cake A Southern Twist With A Splash Of This Sweet Drink

    Homemade cake is often delicious on its own, but you can elevate yours and give it a surprising Southern twist with just a splash of this sweet drink.

    By Eli Cohen 4 hours ago Read More
  • sponge cake on a plate

    Old-Fashioned Southern Desserts Ready For A Revival

    The South has a ton of classic and old-fashioned desserts that we should all try more of. Like key lime pie and German chocolate cake, they need a revival.

    By Drew Mortier 24 hours ago Read More
  • Baked loaf of sourdough bread with sliced sourdough pieces on wooden tray

    Can You Really Make Sourdough Bread Without A Dutch Oven?

    If you've been wanting to try your hand at making your own sourdough, you may have been put off by seeing "Dutch oven" in the recipe, but you don't need one.

    By Paige Novak-Goberville 2 days ago Read More
  • A piece of peach cobbler on a scalloped white plate with vanilla ice cream and mint leaves

    3-Ingredient Cobbler (Of Any Kind) Starts With Canned Biscuits

    Who doesn't love a freshly baked fruit cobbler? With canned biscuits, you can make the dessert even easier (and more delicious) for a fast weeknight treat.

    By Eli Cohen 3 days ago Read More
  • Chef assembling a layered cake on cake stand

    The Best Boxed Cake Mix You Should Add To Your Shopping List

    For those who want a delicious cake without having to include any upgrades, we conducted a ranking of the best and worst boxed cake mixes. This is our winner.

    By Milly Tamarez 3 days ago Read More
  • A three-layer piece of carrot cake sits on a white plate with a spoon

    Avoid This Common Mistake When Creating A Layered Carrot Cake

    Most carrot cakes feature at least two layers, but in order for them to come out perfectly, make sure to avoid this common mistake when creating yours.

    By Cara J Suppa 4 days ago Read More
  • A slice of cheese pizza being pulled away from the whole pizza.

    Processed Vs Fresh Mozzarella: Which Cheese Is Best For Pizza?

    When making homemade pizza, be sure to double check the you grab the right kind of cheese — according to an expert, this one type of mozzarella is ideal.

    By Jennifer Waldera 4 days ago Read More
  • close up of cold coca cola

    Add Soda To Boxed Cake Mix For Light & Fluffy Layers

    If you want to transform a boxed cake mix into something light, airy, and delicate, all you need is a 12-ounce can of soda (no eggs, oil, or milk required).

    By Danielle Esposito 6 days ago Read More
  • Packages of cake mix sit on a store shelf

    Turn Boxed Cake Mix Into A Dense & Indulgent Dessert With This Egg Trick

    Boxed cake mixes are notoriously light and airy, which is great for certain cakes, but if you want something rich and indulgent, consider this egg trick.

    By Cara J Suppa 7 days ago Read More
  • A flag cake with American flags and paper stars next to a plate and spatula

    Avoid This Type Of Fruit On Your Flag Cake This 4th Of July

    If you want to make the perfect flag cake for Independence Day, you need to use this particular type of fruit for the most successful results.

    By Eli Cohen 8 days ago Read More
  • a cake and a slice of cake

    How To Properly Substitute Oil For Butter In Your Boxed Cake Mix

    Whether it's because you're out of one or the other, or you simply prefer the flavor, there is a way to properly substitute oil for butter in a boxed cake mix.

    By Danielle Esposito 9 days ago Read More
  • A cake with confetti sprinkles has a slice slightly cut out, against a pink background

    How Long Should You Wait Before Cutting A Freshly Baked Cake?

    Sure, it's tempting to cut right into a cake when it comes out of the oven (that smell is beyond tempting), you run the risk of breaking it if you do.

    By Cara J Suppa 9 days ago Read More
  • Someone holds up a slice of apple pie with a lattice pie crust

    Use This Canned Food To Whip Up A Deliciously Easy Pie Crust

    There's something inherently tantalizing about being able to make a pie crust in minutes with minimal clean up, and with this canned staple, you can.

    By Jill McDonnell 10 days ago Read More
  • Display case loaded with different kinds of pies

    Classic Flavors Of Pies That Have Faded Into History

    There are more pies out there than just apple pie and pumpkin pie. In fact, there are some obscure pies that have even faded into history, like water pie.

    By Kevin Haggerty 10 days ago Read More
  • Baker removing a tray of burned cookies

    Don't Throw Away Burnt Cookies: Here's How To Repurpose Them

    No one wants to burn their cookies, but it happens to even the best bakers. Don't throw them away, however! You can repurpose them into other desserts.

    By Paige Novak-Goberville 11 days ago Read More
  • Rich, jammy baked lattice cherry pie

    How To Pick The Best Cherries For A Sweet And Tangy Pie

    To create the perfect cherry pie with complex flavor in every bite, consider this expert-approved tip for the picking the best type of this sweet and tangy fruit

    By Paige Novak-Goberville 13 days ago Read More
  • Arial shot of peach cobbler with fresh peaches on side.

    The Best Type Of Peaches For Homemade Cobbler

    When you are making peach cobbler, not just any old fruit will do — an expert shared the absolute best kinds of peaches to use for your tasty dessert.

    By Lili Kim 14 days ago Read More
  • A person scores a pie crust in a zig-zag pattern using a fork

    Why Cold Butter Is The Secret For The Best Homemade Pie Crust

    You want the pie crust to be buttery and flaky. And that means using cold butter is absolutely essential for achieving the right texture. But why?

    By Cara J Suppa 15 days ago Read More
  • Person serving slices of cut carrot cake

    Keep Your Cake Fresh For Longer Using This Simple Apple Hack

    Next time you save that extra slice of cake to enjoy later, be sure you have an apple on hand to prevent your tasty dessert from drying out.

    By Katie Moore 15 days ago Read More
  • Whole cake with piece cut out of it on table

    The Simple Oven Error That Can Lead To A Sunken Cake

    Sometimes you can do everything right when baking and still end up with a cake that collapses in the middle. However, there's a way to help prevent this.

    By Milly Tamarez 16 days ago Read More
  • A bowl of banana chips

    How Long You Need To Bake Banana Chips For The Crispiest Results

    For expert tips on making the very best banana chips, Food Republic chatted with cookbook author and vegan chef Lloyd Rose, creator of Plant Crazii.

    By Chala June 17 days ago Read More
  • A few pastel colored cake pops with sprinkles sit on a small white table

    Here's Why Your Cake Pops Keep Cracking (And How To Fix It Fast)

    One of the worst feelings is when the dessert you've worked so hard for cracks. Thankfully, with cake pops, it's easy to avoid (and to fix if it happens).

    By Milly Tamarez 19 days ago Read More
  • A thin chocolate cake with chocolate frosting sits atop a white cake stand

    Why Mashed Potatoes Belong In Your Chocolate Cake

    It might sound like it's out of left field, but adding mashed potatoes to your chocolate cake batter can actually improve the final baked product.

    By Cara J Suppa 19 days ago Read More
  • cookies with snowflake stencils and powdered sugar

    The Brilliant Way To Stencil Pastries Using Everyday Kitchen Items

    With so many decorating tools on the market comes pressure to restock every time you make a batch of dough, but your kitchen has plenty of items you can use.

    By Katie Moore 22 days ago Read More
  • butter on a cutting board

    Melted Vs Room Temperature Butter: Which Is Best For Baking Cookies?

    When you want to bake the perfect, homemade cookies, not just any type of butter will do -- the right consistency can make or break your baked good.

    By Danielle Esposito 22 days ago Read More
  • A stack of freshly made crepes sitting on a white plate.

    How To Freeze Crepes Like A Pro And Prevent Them From Sticking Together

    If you know how to do it properly, freezing crepes doesn't ruin them. They don't stick, and their texture remains as lovely as ever. Here's how to freeze them.

    By Amara Michelle 22 days ago Read More
  • A baker reaches for an egg out of a carton

    What Happens If You Add Too Many Eggs To Baked Goods?

    Many popular and delicious baked goods require eggs, but if you accidentally add too many to your recipe, you might not like the final outcome.

    By Cara J Suppa 23 days ago Read More
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