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This Tool Is The Key To Better Cakes Without Using Parchment Paper - Tasting Table

Books

Listen to BA Bake Club's Podcast on Guinness Cake

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The 10-Second Trick That Stops Smudged Icing From Ruining Pastries - Tasting Table

LA food

fromLos Angeles Times

This revolutionary pastry chef helped lead the rise of L.A. bakeries

Roxana Jullapat leads a baking revolution with Friends & Family, emphasizing whole grains and local flours in her artisan bakery.

Measuring With Your Heart? Here's What Really Happens When You Eyeball Vanilla Extract - Tasting Table

Eyeballing vanilla in baking can enhance confidence but may lead to overpowering flavors or texture issues if not measured carefully.

14 hours ago

Chiffon Is the Secret to a Roll Cake That Doesn't Crack

Cakes are categorized into two methods: creaming and foaming, each resulting in distinct textures and structures.

This Tool Is The Key To Better Cakes Without Using Parchment Paper - Tasting Table

Lining baking pans with parchment or silicone prevents cakes from sticking and ensures easier removal after baking.

Books

Listen to BA Bake Club's Podcast on Guinness Cake

Jesse Szewczyk shares his Chocolate Guinness Cake recipe and discusses the development of a brown butter frosting with Helen Goh.

The 10-Second Trick That Stops Smudged Icing From Ruining Pastries - Tasting Table

Use toothpicks or straws to prevent icing smudging when covering baked goods.

LA food

fromLos Angeles Times

This revolutionary pastry chef helped lead the rise of L.A. bakeries

Roxana Jullapat leads a baking revolution with Friends & Family, emphasizing whole grains and local flours in her artisan bakery.

fromwww.businessinsider.com

Measuring With Your Heart? Here's What Really Happens When You Eyeball Vanilla Extract - Tasting Table

Eyeballing vanilla in baking can enhance confidence but may lead to overpowering flavors or texture issues if not measured carefully.

'Bake Ability Bakery' offers treats made with love by people with intellectual disabilities

Bake Ability Bakery provides employment and life skills development for individuals with intellectual disabilities.

17 hours ago

I tried 7 sweet-cream coffee creamers to find the best one, and there was a clear winner

Chobani's sweet-cream coffee creamer was my favorite, and I also enjoyed the ones from Trader Joe's and Too Good & Co. Horizon's creamer was tasty but a bit too pricey.

Coffee

Cocktails

The 24-Hour Rule You Can't Break When Using A Ninja CREAMi - Tasting Table

The Ninja CREAMi requires a 24-hour freeze for optimal ice cream texture.

The 8 Best Gluten-Free Bakeries In Los Angeles - Tasting Table

Modern Bread and Bagel is a gluten-free shop that started in New York City and has expanded to Los Angeles with three locations. It was created by Orly Gottesman, who wanted her husband, with celiac disease, to enjoy high-quality gluten-free baked goods. The pastries are exceptional, with a large selection available daily, including unique items like crumb cake and chocolate zucchini bread.

LA food

Paris food

9 Signs You're At A Traditional French Bakery - Tasting Table

French bakeries prioritize butter as a key ingredient for flavor, texture, and shelf life in their pastries.

#cinnamon-rolls

Food & drink

We Tried 8 Grocery Store Bakery Cinnamon Rolls - The Best Are $2.50 Apiece, But So Worth It - Tasting Table

21 hours ago

Everyday cooking

Turn Canned Cinnamon Rolls Into A Bakery-Style Treat Within 10 Minutes - Tasting Table

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Make Bakery-Worthy Cinnamon Rolls With This Elegant Rose Trick - Tasting Table

Food & drink

We Tried 8 Grocery Store Bakery Cinnamon Rolls - The Best Are $2.50 Apiece, But So Worth It - Tasting Table

Whole Foods Market's Cream Cheese Cinnamon Rolls are highly praised for their taste, texture, and unique appearance, making them a top choice among grocery store cinnamon rolls.

21 hours ago

Turn Canned Cinnamon Rolls Into A Bakery-Style Treat Within 10 Minutes - Tasting Table

Transform canned cinnamon rolls into delicious BonBites using an air fryer in just 10 minutes.

fromAlternative Medicine Magazine

Make Bakery-Worthy Cinnamon Rolls With This Elegant Rose Trick - Tasting Table

Cinnamon rolls can be transformed into visually stunning cinnamon roses using simple techniques for a bakery-worthy presentation.

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Breakfast Food is Breaking Free of The Morning Routine

Breakfast burritos, bowls, and wraps are becoming popular as they are portable and easy to prepare, featuring ingredients loaded with in-demand nutrients like eggs and meat.

Alternative medicine

East Bay food

fromsfist.com

3 days ago

This Week In Food: Everyone Loves a Bakery

Rose Pizzeria's SF location is set to open soon, Cache is expanding downtown, and Sol Bakery opens this weekend.

5 days ago

These Are The Baking Trends You'll See Everywhere In 2026 - Tasting Table

Contrast is at the center of many popular culinary trends. There's also a strong emphasis on contrasting textures within a single baked good. For example, soft milk breads and laminated doughs that have been hard-baked create exciting combinations.

Fashion & style

SF food

I Tried 7 Funfetti Boxed Cake Mixes And Ranked Them - Tasting Table

Funfetti cake is a colorful, sweet dessert that stands out at celebrations, with options for both homemade and boxed mixes.

Coffee

fromWIRED

There's a Secret Ingredient to Making Luxury Ice at Home

The extravagant ice trade highlights absurdities in resource allocation and sustainability concerns.

Silicon Valley food

fromThe Mercury News

3 days ago

Gourmet vegan cinnamon rolls return with Berkeley's new Cinnaholic

Cinnaholic has reopened a store in Berkeley, offering gourmet vegan cinnamon rolls with customizable toppings and frostings.

The 6 Hands-Down Best Grocery Store Cupcakes, According To Customers - Tasting Table

Whole Foods' vegan vanilla cupcakes are praised for their fluffy and moist texture, making them a top choice for those seeking plant-based options. Customers enjoy the well-balanced frosting made with vegan cream cheese, which complements the cupcake perfectly.

Berlin food

Instantly Elevate Cinnamon Rolls With An Unexpected Cheesy Addition - Tasting Table

Cheddar cheese can enhance the flavor of cinnamon rolls by adding a savory-sweet contrast.

Buy Or Make Sourdough Starter? Here's What To Consider - Tasting Table

Sourdough starter is essential for baking, and can be made at home or purchased, each with its own advantages and disadvantages.

LA food

fromSFGATE

SF crumbles in ranking of the best pastry cities in the country

Los Angeles is ranked as the top pastry city in the U.S. for its exceptional flaky pastries and fluffy cakes.

16 hours ago

Put Your Waffle Maker Away And Break Out The Grill For An Unforgettable Breakfast - Tasting Table

Grill pan waffles can be made easily at home without a waffle maker, achieving a fluffy texture and crispy crust.

This Bakery Started In An NYC Apartment - Now Its $50 Cereal Sells Out Daily - Tasting Table

L'Appartement 4F's croissants, regardless of size, are rolled by hand and are known to contain more butter than a classic croissant recipe, resulting in a richer flavor.

Coffee

The Oil Substitute That Keeps Brownies Rich And Fudgy, According To An Expert - Tasting Table

Greek yogurt is the best oil substitute for fudgy brownies, enhancing texture and flavor while adding protein.

For Better Brownie Bites With A Creative Spin, Use This Unexpected Technique - Tasting Table

Brownies can be creatively transformed into deviled egg-style treats using silicone molds and various fillings.

The Oil Substitute That Keeps Brownies Rich And Fudgy, According To An Expert - Tasting Table

Greek yogurt is the best oil substitute for fudgy brownies, enhancing texture and flavor while adding protein.

For Better Brownie Bites With A Creative Spin, Use This Unexpected Technique - Tasting Table

Brownies can be creatively transformed into deviled egg-style treats using silicone molds and various fillings.

Make Ultra-Creamy Stuffed Mushrooms With This Condiment - Tasting Table

Mayonnaise enhances stuffed mushrooms by adding creaminess and depth, creating a harmonious blend of flavors and textures.

The Pantry Mix You Can Use Instead Of Cornmeal For Frying - Tasting Table

Cornbread mix can substitute for cornmeal and flour in frying recipes, enhancing the crust with added flavor and texture.

Cooking

Make Mushrooms A Gourmet Burger Topping By Braising Them In This Liquid - Tasting Table

Everyday cooking

Next Time You Make Fried Eggs, Add A Half Teaspoon Of This On Top (It's Briny Heaven) - Tasting Table

Capers enhance fried eggs with a briny, citrusy flavor, providing a contrast to their richness and adding texture when fried.

Cooking

The Key To More Flavorful Fried Eggs Is Already In Your Spice Drawer - Tasting Table

Crushed red pepper enhances fried eggs with heat, color, and versatility, making them more exciting and flavorful.

20 hours ago

The Pantry Mix You Can Use Instead Of Cornmeal For Frying - Tasting Table

Cornbread mix can substitute for cornmeal and flour in frying recipes, enhancing the crust with added flavor and texture.

Make Mushrooms A Gourmet Burger Topping By Braising Them In This Liquid - Tasting Table

Braising mushrooms in beer enhances their flavor, making them a gourmet topping for burgers.

Next Time You Make Fried Eggs, Add A Half Teaspoon Of This On Top (It's Briny Heaven) - Tasting Table

Capers enhance fried eggs with a briny, citrusy flavor, providing a contrast to their richness and adding texture when fried.

The Key To More Flavorful Fried Eggs Is Already In Your Spice Drawer - Tasting Table

Crushed red pepper enhances fried eggs with heat, color, and versatility, making them more exciting and flavorful.

The Best Everyday Seasoning Blends Worth Keeping On Hand, According To Renowned Chefs - Tasting Table

Creative seasonings enhance meals and renowned chefs share their favorite everyday blends.

31 Easter Desserts, Each One Better Than a Chocolate Egg

Easter desserts range from elaborate showstopper cakes to simple treats, offering options for both formal dinners and casual brunches.

Miscellaneous

Easter Coconut Cupcakes Recipe - Tasting Table

fromcooking.nytimes.com

This Stunning Chocolate Dessert Is Simpler Than It Looks

Earl Grey chocolate tart is an elegant, no-bake dessert perfect for Easter, combining rich flavors with a gluten-free crust.

Dining

fromEpicurious

7 years ago

31 Easter Desserts, Each One Better Than a Chocolate Egg

Easter desserts range from elaborate showstopper cakes to simple treats, offering options for both formal dinners and casual brunches.

Miscellaneous

Easter Coconut Cupcakes Recipe - Tasting Table

fromcooking.nytimes.com

This Stunning Chocolate Dessert Is Simpler Than It Looks

Earl Grey chocolate tart is an elegant, no-bake dessert perfect for Easter, combining rich flavors with a gluten-free crust.

How A Pro Baker Gets Bakery-Style Domed Muffins - Tasting Table

Achieving bakery-style domed muffins at home is possible with a thick batter and specific baking techniques.

For Bakery-Worthy Boxed Cake, These Are The Only Pans To Use - Tasting Table

Using light-colored aluminum cake pans improves baking results for boxed cakes by ensuring even cooking and preventing crispy edges.

This Is Why Chocolate Chips Keep Sinking In Your Baked Goods - And The Easy Fix That Stops It - Tasting Table

Coat chocolate chips in flour before adding to batter to prevent sinking by creating friction on the chip surface.

This 30-Second Step Gives Boxed Cake Mix Bakery-Level Texture - Tasting Table

Boxed cake mixes can be improved significantly by sifting and using room-temperature eggs for better texture and consistency.

How A Pro Baker Gets Bakery-Style Domed Muffins - Tasting Table

Achieving bakery-style domed muffins at home is possible with a thick batter and specific baking techniques.

For Bakery-Worthy Boxed Cake, These Are The Only Pans To Use - Tasting Table

Using light-colored aluminum cake pans improves baking results for boxed cakes by ensuring even cooking and preventing crispy edges.

This Is Why Chocolate Chips Keep Sinking In Your Baked Goods - And The Easy Fix That Stops It - Tasting Table

Coat chocolate chips in flour before adding to batter to prevent sinking by creating friction on the chip surface.

This 30-Second Step Gives Boxed Cake Mix Bakery-Level Texture - Tasting Table

Boxed cake mixes can be improved significantly by sifting and using room-temperature eggs for better texture and consistency.

Homemade Chocolate Pop-Tarts Recipe - Tasting Table

Pop-Tarts, invented in 1964, remain a popular breakfast option with a homemade recipe offering a gourmet twist.

Berlin food

Yes, Some Bakeries Will Sell You Buttercream Frosting - Here's What To Know - Tasting Table

Grocery store bakeries sell buttercream frosting by the pound at affordable prices, offering a convenient alternative to making it at home.

Why You Might Want To Drop Your Cake Right After It Comes Out Of The Oven - Tasting Table

Chiffon cakes require careful handling, including a controlled drop after baking to release steam and prevent collapse.

Roasted Sweet Potatoes Come Out Better With This One Easy Change - Tasting Table

Slicing sweet potatoes in half and roasting them cut side down enhances caramelization and flavor, creating a better texture and eating experience.

5 days ago

30 Recipes To Use Up A Bunch Of Eggs Before They Go Bad - Tasting Table

Eggs are versatile and can be used in various recipes beyond scrambling or poaching.

This Simple Twist Turns Eclair Cake Into A Springtime Dessert - Tasting Table

Springtime no-bake eclair cake can be enhanced with lemon flavors and vibrant chocolate options for a seasonal twist.

Take No-Bake Eclair Cake To The Next Level When You Add This Gem To The Ganache - Tasting Table

A no-bake eclair cake uses graham crackers and vanilla pudding as shortcuts, topped with espresso-enhanced chocolate ganache for an elegant dessert requiring minimal effort.

5 days ago

This Simple Twist Turns Eclair Cake Into A Springtime Dessert - Tasting Table

Springtime no-bake eclair cake can be enhanced with lemon flavors and vibrant chocolate options for a seasonal twist.

Take No-Bake Eclair Cake To The Next Level When You Add This Gem To The Ganache - Tasting Table

A no-bake eclair cake uses graham crackers and vanilla pudding as shortcuts, topped with espresso-enhanced chocolate ganache for an elegant dessert requiring minimal effort.

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#chocolate-chip-cookies

fromwww.theguardian.com

Benjamina Ebuehi's sweet and salty chocolate chip cookies recipe | The sweet spot

Salt enhances the flavor of chocolate chip cookies, and miso adds a unique umami taste without overpowering sweetness.

6 years ago

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BA's Best Chocolate Chip Cookies

fromwww.theguardian.com

Benjamina Ebuehi's sweet and salty chocolate chip cookies recipe | The sweet spot

Salt enhances the flavor of chocolate chip cookies, and miso adds a unique umami taste without overpowering sweetness.

more#chocolate-chip-cookies

6 years ago

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BA's Best Chocolate Chip Cookies

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How Bakery Pros Get Finicky Frosting Into The Tip Of Their Piping Bags - Tasting Table

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Don't Toss Empty Condiment Bottles When You Could Use Them For Your Next Cake - Tasting Table

fromBuzzFeed

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If You Can Score 78% Or Higher On This Extremely Difficult Cake Quiz, You're A Baking Expert

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How Bakery Pros Get Finicky Frosting Into The Tip Of Their Piping Bags - Tasting Table

Cooking

Don't Toss Empty Condiment Bottles When You Could Use Them For Your Next Cake - Tasting Table

fromBuzzFeed

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If You Can Score 78% Or Higher On This Extremely Difficult Cake Quiz, You're A Baking Expert

Video: Dujjonku (Dubai Chocolate Chewy Cookies)

Dujjonku is a unique confection combining Dubai chocolate and Korean chewy textures, featuring a pistachio cream filling wrapped in marshmallow.

One Unexpected Addition Transforms French Onion Dip Instantly - Tasting Table

Pickles enhance French onion dip with tangy richness and flavor contrast, elevating the dish beyond traditional ingredients.

Food & drink

11 Cupcake Decorating Trends You Need To Try ASAP - Tasting Table

Contemporary cupcake decorating favors bold colors, creative toppings, and varied piping techniques to produce bakery-quality, amateur-friendly designs without excessive frosting.

New York City

fromABC7 Los Angeles

Little Cupcake Bakeshop grows bigger but stays true to family roots

Family-owned Little Cupcake Bakeshop, famed for its Brooklyn Blackout Cake and scratch-made desserts, is expanding to Greenwich Village from multiple Brooklyn and Manhattan locations.

Why Baking Your Pie Crust Upside Down Is Actually Genius - Tasting Table

Baking pie crust upside down between two inverted pie dishes uses gravity to prevent slumping during blind baking, eliminating the need for messy pie weights or beans.

Silicon Valley food

fromwww.mercurynews.com

Sprinkles Cupcakes is back in Palo Alto and San Ramon

Two Sprinkles franchise locations in the Bay Area reopened in February after the chain's December 2025 closure, with plans to expand to a third location in Burlingame.

Slice Your Loaf Cake Before You Bake It

Slitting loaf cake batter with a nonstick-coated knife creates a controlled crack down the center, improving both appearance and texture by allowing better expansion and a lighter crumb.

fromwww.theguardian.com

Four knockout bakes and tips from the master: Edd Kimber's recipes for cooking with chocolate

Chocolate is versatile, serving as a key ingredient in various desserts, including a gluten-free flourless chocolate cake.

Food & drink

fromwww.justapinch.com

Are You Kidding Cake

Moist, no-icing cake made by mixing boxed cake mix, eggs, and canned pie filling; optional cream cheese pieces add richness.

This Simple Topping Takes Blueberry Muffins From Good To Great - Tasting Table

Blueberry muffins can be enhanced with a streusel topping for added texture and flavor.

from101 Cookbooks

4 months ago

Holiday Baking Beyond Cookies

Let's talk about holiday baking that goes beyond cookies! These are the festive winter bakes to try. The list includes an ultra fragrant gingerbread cake, a bright citrus loaf, and the perfect flourless chocolate cake. Few people love baking holiday cookies more than me, but a good amount of my favorite December baking happens outside the cookie platter. Think fragrant spice cakes, all things citrus, buttery, and bright - or deep, melty chocolate on the frostiest nights.

Food & drink

The Sad Thing That Happens When Your Cookie Dough Scoops Are Way Too Big - Tasting Table

Oversized cookie dough scoops produce unevenly baked cookies with golden edges and gooey or underbaked centers, while smaller scoops ensure consistent, properly baked results.

'It Works Wonders' - The Cheap Kitchen Gadget Home Bakers Are Using For Mess-Free Cupcakes - Tasting Table

A batter pen or squeeze bottle simplifies cupcake batter distribution by enabling mess-free, portion-controlled dispensing into muffin tins.

Give Boxed Brownies An Elevated Touch With This 5-Star Topping - Tasting Table

Crème brûlée topping transforms brownies into an elevated adult dessert by adding a crispy, caramelized layer over a custard-topped brownie base.

10 Creative Ways To Use Cocoa Powder In The Kitchen - Tasting Table

Cocoa powder enhances both sweet and savory dishes, requiring only small amounts to add rich depth and complexity to recipes from brownies to chili.

Maximize The Fudginess In Brownies With This Underused Root Vegetable - Tasting Table

Ube brownies combine the vegetable's distinct vanilla undertone and vibrant purple color with brownie density to create a visually striking and flavorful dessert.

The Curious Technique Behind Our Latest Bake Club

Reverse-creaming, mixing dry ingredients with butter before wet ingredients, produces significantly more tender cake crumbs by coating flour molecules in fat to limit gluten formation.

10 Creative Ways To Use Up Leftover Puff Pastry - Tasting Table

Leftover puff pastry can be refrigerated or frozen and easily transformed into sweet or savory treats like mini tarts, sausage rolls, and Wellingtons.

The Easy Shortcut For A Bakery-Quality Trifle - Tasting Table

Trifles are impressive make-ahead desserts combining cake, custard, fruit, and cream that can be easily made using boxed cake mix to save time and ensure quality results.

How Sugar Could Actually Be Messing Up Your Homemade Cookies - Tasting Table

Excessive sugar in cookie dough causes excessive spreading and browning in the oven, resulting in flat, crunchy cookies; precise measurement using a scale prevents this problem.

fromBuzzFeed

The Average Person Won't Be Able To Identify These Desserts From Just Their Ingredients, So I'll Be Impressed If You Do

I love dessert as much as the next person. The existence of dessert is truly one of the best things to have happened to mankind, and I've always had immense respect for people who know how to make these sweet treats. Now, if you're curious like me, you've probably also tried whipping some stuff up in the kitchen (no one's going to ask if you failed. That's between you and your stand mixer).

Cooking

fromLove and Lemons

Try This 1-Ingredient Upgrade for Richer, Nuttier Chocolate Chip Cookies

Brown butter and extra brown sugar create rich, toffee-like, caramelized chocolate chip cookies with crisp edges, chewy centers, and melty chocolate throughout.

#nutella

Cooking

These Ridiculously Easy 2-Ingredient Puff Pastries Are Chocolatey Perfection - Tasting Table

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20 Decadent Recipes That Feature Nutella - Tasting Table

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These Ridiculously Easy 2-Ingredient Puff Pastries Are Chocolatey Perfection - Tasting Table

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20 Decadent Recipes That Feature Nutella - Tasting Table

One Pantry Staple Changes Carrot Cake Forever - It's Magic Every Time - Tasting Table

Cocoa powder enhances carrot cake by adding roasted, bittersweet notes that balance carrots' natural sweetness, while using moderate amounts and added moisture preserves texture.

10 Mistakes To Avoid With Cream Cheese Frosting - Tasting Table

Adding all cream cheese frosting ingredients at once harms texture; add ingredients in stages and properly prepare components for a smoother result.

Give Chocolate Cake A Satisfying Crunch With An Ingredient From The Breakfast Aisle - Tasting Table

But crunchy isn't a descriptor of chocolate cake's soft, springy crumb and thick, creamy frosting. However, adding crunch to cake brings even more depth and the perfect contrast to an otherwise soft textural profile. And you can give chocolate cake a satisfying crunch with an ingredient from the breakfast aisle. Cocoa Pebbles is the breakfast cereal that'll enhance both the texture and chocolatey flavor of your next chocolate cake recipe.