No cake tin? These clever baking substitutes might already be in your kitchen

There is nothing quite like deciding to bake a cake, only to realise you do not own the right cake tin. Whether you are a first-time baker, living in a small space, or simply caught off guard by a spontaneous baking session, the good news is that you do not always need specialised bakeware to [...]

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Fast-Fix Baking for Summer

Maximize your seasonal bounty with these quick and easy fast-fix recipes featuring strawberries, carrots, zucchini, blackberries, and more.

Carrot and Orange Blossom Cake

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Blackberry Crumble Bars

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Zucchini Bread

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Roasted Strawberry Cobbler with Salted Sugar Crust

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Summer Herb Dinner Rolls

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Peach Streusel Bars

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The Not-So-Great Defector Bake Off Is Whooped By One Of Its Own Damn Readers

Welcome back to The Not-So-Great Defector Bake Off_, where Kelsey and Chris attempt to complete the technical challenges from the newest season of_ The Great British Bake Off in their own home kitchens, with the same time parameters as the professional-grade bakers competing on the show.


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SPRING COOKBOOKS OF 2026: MY FAVORITES

Spring 2026 has delivered one of the most exciting cookbook seasons in recent memory. From the streets of Istanbul to the farmers’ markets of Maui, from a Los Angeles bakery still dark before dawn to the clay pots and ferments of Laos — these books are specific in their journeys. Each one takes you all […]

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How to put your sourdough discard to good use (think brownies, pizza, and more!)

If you’re on a sourdough baking journey like me, you’ll know that once the bug bites, it’s hard to let go. But along with the satisfaction of baking your own loaves comes one unavoidable side effect: plenty of sourdough discard every time you feed your starter. And while tossing it out might seem like the [...]

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10 of Our Best Berry Bakes for Summer

Warmer weather, longer days, and afternoons filled with sunshine create the perfect backdrop for juicy, plump berries to thrive. From strawberries to blueberries, blackberries, and more, discover some of our favorite recipes featuring fresh berries to make the most of your summertime season.

Berry and Mascarpone Chantilly Layer Cake

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Strawberry-Pretzel Bars

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Crème Brûlée

Silky smooth custard topped with a crisp caramelised sugar shell, crème brûlée is the ultimate elegant dessert. This classic French favourite may look fancy, but it’s surprisingly simple to make with just a handful of ingredients. Rich vanilla custard and that signature crackly topping create the perfect balance of creamy and crisp in every spoonful. [...]

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Date loaf with cardamom-spiced cream cheese

This date loaf is the perfect slice to start any day. Naturally sweet dates, warm spices and a soft, tender crumb make it perfect for slow mornings or afternoons, while the cardamom-spiced cream cheese adds just enough indulgence to justify a second slice before 10 am. Also See: Granola yoghurt parfaits for breakfast [...]

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Chocolate Hazelnut Praline Cake: The Science & Flavor of the Perfect Birthday Cake If I could only eat one flavor combination for the rest of my life, it would be chocolate and hazelnuts. I have told this to many friends. No hesitation. This Chocolate Hazelnut Praline Cake is exactly that commitment in cake form, and I make […]

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Veg-Table/Chana Masala Pumpkin Pots

Chana Masala Pumpkin Pots: A Science-Backed Vegetarian Centerpiece from Veg-Table These chana masala pumpkin pots earn their place at the table on flavor and looks simultaneously, which is exactly why they made it into my cookbook Veg-Table. Roasted sugar pie pumpkins, hollowed out and filled with a deeply spiced chana masala, served over warm forbidden rice. […]

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Hot Cross Buns

Every year as a child, I’d walk with my grandfather to his local bakery in Bombay’s suburb, Bandra to pick up hot cross buns. We’d run home and eat them still warm, split open with cold salted butter. That memory is baked into this recipe as much as the cardamom is. These are the softest […]

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Each slice of this bread loaf reveals a hidden creature inside

Japanese bread artist konel_bread bakes loaves with colorful characters embedded all the way through the dough. Cut a slice and a tiny creature stares back at you — same face, every cut, from end to end. From the outside, the loaf looks like an ordinary round of bread. — Read the rest

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A home baker’s cheat sheet to baking without eggs

Ran out of eggs mid-mix? Baking for a vegan friend? Or just curious about switching things up? Good news: egg-free baking isn’t the compromise it used to be. With a few clever swaps, your cakes stay fluffy, your muffins stay moist, and your cookies still disappear far too quickly. Before you start subbing, it helps to know what eggs actually do in [...]

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This edible lace bends like real fabric — but it's made from sugar

In this video, cake designer Ekaterina shows how to make lifelike ribbons of edible lace for a cake. The end results play tricks on the mind due to how intricate and lifelike the lace pieces are.

The lace is made with a mold and a liquid base. — Read the rest

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Why your sourdough isn’t turning out right + ways to fix it

There’s something incredibly satisfying about baking your own sourdough. The crackly crust, the tangy aroma, and that first warm slice feel like a small kitchen victory. But sourdough can also be a little temperamental. If your loaf turns out dense, flat, or simply not quite right, a few common mistakes could be standing in the [...]

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Snacks, Baking & Pantry Categories Demonstrate Strategic Strength at ECRM Winter Sessions

Discover how snacks, baking, and pantry categories showcased strategic strength at ECRM Winter Sessions in Dallas. Learn about the latest trends.

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Traditional South African oat crunchies

One day, Ronelle Hart was overcome with nostalgia and a craving for the golden oat crunchies of her childhood. Once she had unearthed and dusted off her mother’s old cookbook, Ronelle pages through the baking-stained pages only to find this delicious traditional South African oat crunchies recipe from her past… We love whipping up a [...]

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