This Viral Video Shows You How to Prevent “Batter Splatter”
Updated: Feb. 26, 2021
It's nearly impossible to mix up a quick batch of cupcakes without some of the batter ending up on the walls and cupboards.
If you weren’t comfortable in the kitchen before TikTok, there’s a good possibility you’re well on your way to becoming a pro now. Every day, there’s a new kitchen TikTok hack that makes our lives a little easier and our meals a little more delicious… like this shortcut for peeling potatoes.
Now we have a clever trick to keep your counters clean when mixing batter. You’ll never guess how simple it is!
You’ll Need a Paper Plate
If you’ve ever tried to mix up a quick batch of brownies or cupcakes, you’ve probably dealt with the splatter that comes along with it. We’ve all been there. Which is why this hack from TikTok user @howdoesshe stopped us in our tracks! Not only is it a lifesaver in the kitchen, it’s so simple, it left us wondering how we never thought of it.
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The secret? A paper plate. Before using your hand mixer, poke the beaters through some holes in a paper plate. You’ll have a super quick, cheap and easy shield that will protect your cupboards and counters from an unnecessary mess.
Ready, Set, Bake!
Now that TikTok has solved this problem, it’s time to bake. We can’t wait to roll up our sleeves, put on a fun apron and start working on our favorite spring baking recipes. From tangy tarts to savory scones, there are so many wonderful options!
P.S. With your oven working overtime, you’ll want to check out this TikTok oven-cleaning hack.
Recipes to Make Using a Hand Mixer
Mocha Baked AlaskasMake these baked Alaskas ahead of time—you can torch the completed desserts and freeze them up to 24 hours before serving. —Kerry Dingwall, Ponte Vedra, Florida
Cheesy Sausage StromboliI've had a hundred requests for this recipe over the years. Perfect for brunch or as an evening snack, this sausage-filled bread is not tricky to make—and I never have to worry about storing leftovers! —Vada McRoberts, Silver Lake, Kansas
Midwestern Meat PiesWhen I moved to the Midwest in 1966, I discovered many ethnic foods that I had never heard of before. One of my friends introduced me to this recipe, similar to sandwiches from Nebraska's widely known Runza restaurant chain, and it quickly became a favored dish in my home. —Dolly Croghan, Mead, Nebraska
Peanut Butter Cup CheesecakeI said I’d take dessert to a holiday party so I tried this recipe. I’m sure you’ll agree it tastes as luscious as it looks! —Dawn Lowenstein, Huntingdon Valley, Pennsylvania
Peanut Butter Caramel BarsWhen my husband and our three sons sit down to dinner, they ask, "What's for dessert?" I have a happy group of guys when I report that these rich bars are on the menu. They're chockfull of yummy ingredients. —Lee Ann Karnowski, Stevens Point, Wisconsin
Loaded Mashed PotatoesTired of the same old side dish, I whipped up this new family favorite. We can't get enough of these loaded mashed potatoes at our house. Often, I'll prepare this casserole ahead and refrigerate it. Then I bake it just before serving. —Dawn Reuter, Oxford, Wisconsin
Meringue Shells with Lemon CurdWe love a dazzling dessert of meringue shells filled with sunny lemon curd. It’s sweet and tart, crunchy and fluffy. Top this lemon curd dessert with whipped cream and berries. —Kris Brill, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Come-Home-to-Mama Chocolate CakeYou'll spend less than a half hour whipping up this cure-all cake that starts with a mix. Sour cream and chocolate pudding make it rich and moist, and chocolate, chocolate and more chocolate make it decadent comfort food at its finest. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Originally Published: February 26, 2021
