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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    Fruity Brownie Pizza

    3 reviews

    I start with a basic brownie mix to create this luscious treat that's sure to impress company. Sometimes I add...


    Marzipan Bars

    1 review

    My husband's grandmother made these lovely layered bars for us as our newlywed Christmas present.


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    Custard Pie

    23 reviews

    Just a single bite of this traditional custard pie takes me back to the days when Mom would fix this...


    South Carolina Cobbler

    31 reviews

    With peach orchards just a couple of miles from home, it's easy to treat my family to this traditional dessert....


    Grandma’s Lemon Pie

    14 reviews

    This recipe comes from my Grandma Mapel, a true country woman from Iowa. Growing up to me meant going to...


    Baby Ruth Cookies

    2 reviews

    I love Baby Ruth candy bars and usually have a few on hand, so I decided to put them to...


    Mixed Nut Bars

    13 reviews

    One pan of these bars goes a long way. They get a nice flavor from butterscotch chips. —Bobbi Brown, Waupaca,...


    Strawberry Biscuit Shortcake

    3 reviews

    It seams Mom was always making biscuits. She served them plain for breakfast and dinner, especially when we had stew...

    Blueberry-Orange Muffins

    13 reviews

    This recipe was given to me some time ago, and I've used it often since. In fact, it's so good...


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    Buttermilk Pound Cake

    109 reviews

    Now that I've retired from teaching, I have more time to bake. This buttermilk pound cake is the one I...


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    Best Ever Banana Bread

    496 reviews

    Whenever I pass a display of bananas in the grocery store, I can almost smell the wonderful aroma of my...


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    Cranberry Muffins

    28 reviews

    There's an abundance of cranberries in our area during the fall, and this recipe is one of my favorite ways...


    Cranberry Pecan Upside-Down Cake

    1 review

    At our house, cranberries are a favorite. I made this dessert for the first time in the 1990s. It started...


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    38 Chocolate Cookie Recipes for Your Sweet Tooth

    Nothing beats a scrumptious, gooey chocolate cookie (unless you prefer a crispy, crumbly one!). Here's a roundup of our best...


    Easy Cookie Recipes that Start with Cake Mix

    Need cookies in a hurry? Save time and hassle with easy cookie recipes that get a jump-start with a box...


    The Goof-Proof Way to Proof Yeast

    Bread beginner? We'll help you conquer the first step of basic breads and rolls and show you how to proof...


    71 Fall Baking Recipes Cozier Than a Chunky Sweater

    Grab a comfy blanket, a good book and one of these soul-satisfying fall baking recipes.

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    How to Make Irish Soda Bread at Home

    Don't let St. Patrick's Day go by without learning how to make soda bread! This simple Irish loaf is the...


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    Top 10 Cake Recipes (as Chosen by Our Readers)

    Celebrate any occasion with one of our best cake recipes. These recipes get top marks from readers. Think wow-worthy tiered...


    Homemade Baking Mixes

    Use these homemade baking mix recipes, including biscuit mix, muffin mix and brownie mix, instead of store-bought baking mixes.


    How do you make a quick bread recipe in mini loaf pans?

    DEAR PEGGY: I would like to make some pumpkin bread. My recipe is for a 9×5 loaf pan, and I


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    Is Your Bread Done? This Is the Correct Internal Temp for Perfect Bread.

    Baking bread? Internal temperature is the best way to tell if your loaf is really done. Our Test Kitchen explains...


    How to Prevent Soggy Pie Crust

    Are you ready to bake the perfect pie? Learn these tips on how to prevent soggy pie crust and you'll...

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    58 Cookies to Keep in Your Freezer for Craving Emergencies

    Can you freeze cookies? Absolutely. These chewy, crispy, chunky, chocolaty recipes can all be made ahead and stored in the...


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    70 Thanksgiving Recipes Made in Your 13×9 Pan

    Break out your trusty 13x9 and get ready to set the table with incredibly easy Thanksgiving recipes. Every dish...


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    The Step Almost Everyone Skips When Making Cookies

    Still trying to make the perfect cookie? It's easier than you think! All you need to do is chill cookie...


    The Best Egg Substitutes for Baking

    Fresh out of eggs? Here are the best egg substitutes for baking when you're making brownies, cookies and more of...


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    20 Healthy Recipes to Make In Your 8×8 Pan

    From main dishes to sides, these are our favorite healthy meals to make in an 8x8 pan!


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    Our Favorite 8×8 Recipes for Spring

    Break out your 8x8 dish to whip up these light and springy recipes.