Filling the house with the smell of fresh vanilla and warm sugar is a simple joy that makes any afternoon feel special. These easy recipes take the hard work out of baking, proving you don’t need a ...

After 10+ years in customer service, Jen is now an editor at Chowhound and still can't believe she's basically living her childhood dream (of writing for Gourmet magazine). Naturally, she loves to eat ...

It’s after dinner, you’re settled on the couch, and you want something creamy, rich, and sweet—but you don't have the energy ...

We know baking can be intimidating, and while there are plenty of challenging recipes out there, there are many more that anyone can make. The recipes in this collection demystify the world of baked ...

Make these adorable St. Patrick's Day cupcakes with zero baking skills! Featuring fluffy frosting, candy rainbows, and gold sprinkles, they're perfect for kids and parents alike.

Self-rising flour and heavy cream are the only two ingredients you need to make these fluffy, tender homemade biscuits. When I am sick of cooking and sick of answering the question, what’s for dinner?

Baking is good for the soul. Whenever things get a bit much, I take a break from whatever I'm doing and grab a baking bowl and make a batch of cheese scones. They take about 20 minutes to bake and ...

Heart shaped cookies are a charming and delicious treat perfect for special occasions or everyday baking. Discover simple tips and creative ideas to make soft, flavorful cookies with a beautiful ...

A few shopping and preservation tips can help novice bakers save a few bucks at the grocery store, and avoid unnecessary waste.

Almost every cook has faced this scenario: You're following a recipe that requires baking powder but you only have baking soda. What do you do? Can you substitute? Or this one: You haven't baked for a ...