Baking

Few things are sweeter than homemade cookies, cakes, pies and other desserts, which is why we’ve dedicated this page to baking recipes. Discover tips, tricks, recipes and much more.

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    37 Cutout Cookies to Make All Year Long

    Think those cookie cutters are just for Christmas? Think again! You can make cut-out cookies all year with these tasty...


    Hanukkah Cookies

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    Cream cheese adds richness to these Hanukkah cookies. Decorate them with royal icing or your favorite buttercream frosting and toppings....


    18 Cool Recipes for Icebox Cookies

    We love icebox cookies! Stir up the dough, chill and bake whenever the mood strikes. They're the original slice-and-bake cookies!


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    79 Easy Winter Bread Recipes

    Nothing beats the old-fashioned goodness of freshly baked breads, rolls and muffins. Here are easy, winter bread recipes that come...


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    39 Things to Bake While It’s Still Cold Outside

    Oh, the weather outside is frightful, but these homemade treats are so delightful! Preheat the oven and indulge in these...


    Chocolate-Stuffed Dreidel Cookies

    These dreidel cookies are sure to spread some smiles this holiday season. Your friends and family will delight in the...


    Christmas M&M’s Cookies

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    These M&M Christmas cookies make any cookie platter feel festive. Swap in pastel M&M's for Easter and orange and brown...


    Sour Cream Sugar Cookie Cake

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    My husband requested a giant sugar cookie for his birthday. I wanted to do something a bit more exciting than...

    Vegan Pumpkin Pie

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    Rich, creamy and wonderfully spiced for the holidays, this vegan pumpkin pie recipe is perfect for all your guests. —Justin...


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    Our Test Kitchen Found the Best Vanilla Extract Brands for Baking

    Stop your search for the best vanilla extract! Our Test Kitchen found the vanillas worthy of using in your kitchen.


    12 Secrets to Baking the Best Cutout Cookies

    Whipping up bakery-perfect sugar cookies only requires two basic ingredients: a little love and a little baking know-how.


    How to Make Meringue for the Airiest Desserts

    From topping mile-high pies to making delicate bite-sized cookies, meringue is incredibly versatile once you get the hang of making...


    This Nesselrode Pie Recipe Will Take You Back to the 1940s

    Here's how to make Nesselrode pie, an old-fashioned creamy dessert with chestnut custard and rum-soaked candied fruit.


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    16 Recipes That Start with a Box of White Cake Mix

    You don't need to start from scratch to make a delicious dessert. Grab a box of white cake mix and...


    Pumpkin Crumble

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    I created this tasty pumpkin crumble dessert on a rainy fall afternoon while my son was taking a nap. It...


    Baby Shark Cake

    It doesn't take much to add a fun theme to a birthday party. This delightfully decorated baby shark cake, plus...


    Pumpkin Snack Cake

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    The crunchy, sweet topping makes this simple pumpkin snack cake taste extra special. If you prefer a sweeter cake, omit...

    Copycat Starbucks Pumpkin Bread

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    Skip the line and bake Starbucks's pumpkin bread in your own kitchen. This copycat recipe is better than the original!...


    Weights for Your Favorite Baking Ingredients

    An easy way to better your baking: measure correctly! Measure these common baking ingredients by weight (not volume!) for better...


    The Best Apples for Baking, Cooking and Eating

    With so many apple varieties, it can be hard to know which ones to pick! Here's your guide to the...


    Gluten-Free Sweet Potato Muffins

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    I have a family member with special dietary needs, so I came up with these gluten-free sweet potato muffins that...


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    How to Make a Classic Pie Crust

    The best pies start with the best crusts. Learn how to make pie crust from scratch using these step-by-step instructions.


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    Benne Seed Wafers

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    Crisp, chewy, nutty and caramelized benne wafers (aka sesame seed cookies) are perfect for your holiday or Kwanzaa celebrations. For...

    What Is a Danish Dough Whisk?

    Have you seen this loopy tool before? We gave a Danish dough whisk a try. Find out if it's worth...


    Types of Cinnamon You Need for Baking and Beyond

    What types of cinnamon are best for your bakes? We asked a spice expert what makes one cinnamon different from...


    Garlic Bread Bites

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    These garlic bread bites are ridiculously easy to make and insanely tasty! To make them extra cheesy, sprinkle the tops...


    23 Small-Batch Bakes for the Holidays

    Enjoy the sweet flavors of Christmas without tons of leftovers. These small-batch cookies, pies, scones and more feed just a...


    18 Cinnamon Bread Recipes You’ll Make All Season Long

    Cinnamon bread is one of the coziest bakes you can make at home—and we have plenty of renditions on this...


    Gluten-Free Brownie Bars

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    I can't eat dairy or gluten, but these gluten-free brownie bars are a satisfying substitute. The brownies will still seem...