Baking - Page 9

March 25, 2024

Do you live in a pancake state or a waffle state?

A long-running debate surrounds the question of whether pancakes or waffles reigns supreme at the breakfast table. These are the top five pancake-loving and waffle-loving states.

March 25, 2024

America's love for sourdough bread, explained

Baking sourdough bread has a long history in America, but during the pandemic lockdowns it saw a resurgence in popularity. Baking sourdough begins with a sourdough starter.

March 18, 2024

Maple butter offers a sweet and secret taste of springtime in North America

Maple butter, also known as maple cream, is a sweet spread made from 100% maple syrup, drawn from trees each spring. The syrup is concentrated and whipped to a creamy texture.

March 14, 2024

Shoofly pie was born in the USA: Enthusiasts bake Pi Day claim of 'more American than' apple products

Shoofly pie is a Pennsylvania Dutch tradition that was adapted to celebrate the United States centennial in Philadelphia in 1876 and is more American than apple pie, enthusiasts say.

March 11, 2024

New York girl, 9, bakes cakes to her heart's delight, earns a pretty penny from tips alone

A nine-year-old from New York is practicing her love for baking with a custom cake business at home. Without asking for payment, Lola Niski is able to make a decent amount in tips.

March 10, 2024

Oldest sourdough starter in history: The art of breadmaking from thousands of years ago

When it comes to sourdough starter, old doesn't mean bad. It's actually quite the opposite. Many bakeries around the country boast about their old starters used in recipes.

March 5, 2024

'Cake Boss' Buddy Valastro sounds starstruck as he opens on Broadway: 'Like the American dream'

Celebrity chef Buddy Valastro of "Cake Boss" realty show fame opened a new flagship location in Times Square as officials tout the return of pre-COVID bustle.

March 1, 2024

What foods and spreads pair well with sourdough bread? Experts weigh in

Making sourdough bread is a rather tedious process, but a rewarding one once you loaf is complete. Here is a guide filled with foods you can pair with the delicious bread.

February 29, 2024

'The Holiday' home from popular Kate Winslet film replicated in beautiful handcrafted cake

An English cake maker recreated a recognizable movie set from the Christmas film "The Holiday" starring Kate Winslet. The cake required 10 piping bags and nearly two days, she said.

February 22, 2024

Bake the perfect sourdough bread using these tips from bakers

Discover the art of baking the perfect sourdough bread with insights from experts on creating a robust starter to achieving the ideal crust and more.