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Olive Oil Chiffon Cake

Things bakers know: Drop your cake like it's hot

A surprising tip for your chiffon cake.

Jan 12, 2026
Spiced Star Cookies (Speculaas)

Things bakers know: Age your cookie dough

More time = more flavor.

Dec 17, 2025
Pumpkin Pie

Things bakers know: Bringing pumpkin pie to dinner? Do this.

Our Test Kitchen has a smarter way to make pies portable.

Oct 2, 2025
Small-Batch Birthday Cake Blondies on a counter with a glass of milk

Things bakers know: Store your sprinkles in this surprising place

For the brightest sprinkles, you gotta chill.

Aug 20, 2025
Small-Batch Biscuits

Things bakers know: A smarter way to store your parchment

Save it to reuse again and again.

Jun 11, 2025
Earl Grey Cookies

Things bakers know: The #1 rule of cookie storage

Make sure all your cookie baking doesn’t go to waste.

Dec 3, 2024
A container of Instant ClearJel in front of a cake

Things bakers know: The secret ingredient for moist cakes, soft cookies, and more

Instant ClearJel is a game-changer.

May 29, 2024
Small glass bowl of ground pepper in front of a Bundt cake

Things bakers know: Pepper can punch up your sweets

This common pantry ingredient can be a “secret weapon” in desserts.

Feb 22, 2024
Gingerbread Cookies

Things bakers know: The secret to cut-out cookies that hold their shape

It’s all about the roll and freeze.

Dec 14, 2023
A baker cooking down pumpkin puree in a saucepan on the stovetop

Things bakers know: The simple trick for better pumpkin bakes

Cook your purée for boosted flavor and better texture.

Oct 4, 2023