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Bananas Foster Banana Bread

The 13 best recipes to bake in February

A baker's dozen reasons to hit the kitchen this month.

Feb 3, 2025
Cranking a pasta maker to cut noodles

How to use a pasta machine

It's easier than a trip to Italy.

Jan 29, 2025
Loaf of bread in front of bread machine

I've tested over half a dozen bread machines. This is my favorite.

One machine is in a league of its own.

Jan 27, 2025
Measuring cups with light and dark brown sugar

Light vs. dark brown sugar: What's the difference?

And can I substitute one brown sugar for another?

Jan 22, 2025
assembling a grilled cheese

For the best focaccia sandwich, turn things inside out

Make the most of your leftovers.

Jan 17, 2025
Chocolate Caramel Shortbread Bars

15 brownie and bar recipes for sweet, simple baking

Desserts that raise the bar.

Jan 13, 2025
Glass sourdough crock next to measuring cup full of flour

Why is my sourdough starter not rising?

Sluggish starter? Here's what might be causing it — and how to fix it.

Jan 10, 2025
Toasted Flour Shortbread

Wait, this cookie’s secret ingredient is flour?

Why you should be baking with toasted flour.

Jan 8, 2025
Big and Bubbly Focaccia

We finally found it — our forever focaccia

Our Recipe of the Year is destined to become an all-time favorite.

Jan 3, 2025
Super Fudgy Sourdough Brownies

The 12 best recipes to bake in January

Sourdough brownies, comforting pot pies, and more.

Jan 2, 2025
Overnight Baguettes

Winter is here. Make these 5 changes to your bread baking.

Your bread baking evolves along with the seasons.

Dec 23, 2024
baker pouring sourdough starter into dough bucket

This is the best last-minute gift for bakers

Give the gift of baking anytime, anywhere.

Dec 19, 2024
Chocolate Crinkles

How to get the crinkliest crinkle cookies

Top tips from the Test Kitchen.

Dec 17, 2024
Molasses dripping off a spoon against a black background

Light, dark, and blackstrap: Breaking down the different types of molasses

The secret star of holiday baking.

Dec 16, 2024
Meringues made with different stabilizers side by side

Baking trials: What’s the best way to make meringue?

One simple ingredient makes all the difference.

Dec 13, 2024
Giant Cinnamon Roll

13 make-ahead holiday breakfast recipes (so you can sleep in!)

A little planning goes a long way.

Dec 11, 2024
Scooping chocolate chip cookies dough into air fryer basket

How to bake cookies in an air fryer

Air fryer cookies are delicious, easy — and fast.

Dec 6, 2024
Double Chocolate Focaccia  

Our 10 most popular recipes of 2024

It’s been a year of great bakes! Let’s unveil your favorites.

Dec 5, 2024
Maple cream being spread on quick bread

A gift as good as gold

Maple cream is the ultimate sweet treat.

Dec 4, 2024
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
Orange Sparkle Slice-and-Bake Cookies

The 16 best recipes to bake in December

Get excited! It’s time for holiday cookies, festive breads, and more.

Dec 2, 2024
Holiday cookies on red background

Your official holiday cookie timeline

There's a lot of cookie baking to do! Here's how to start planning.

Nov 29, 2024
No-Bake Pumpkin Mousse Pie

The best (and easiest) pumpkin pie is the one you don't bake

A light, creamy dessert perfect for ending your Thanksgiving feast.

Nov 22, 2024
Proofed dinner rolls in cherry red Dutch oven

My secret to great pull-apart rolls? A Dutch oven.

This stalwart bread tool makes for great rolls and streamlined baking.

Nov 21, 2024