Homemade vanilla extract is simple to make and is a great gift for all of the bakers in your life! Read on for details on how to make and store your own vanilla extract, as well as a free printable label template. This post contains affiliate links. I would guess that since you are reading …
Making a cake but don’t have any cake flour on hand? Use your all-purpose flour to make this cake flour substitute and save yourself a trip to the grocery store. This post contains affiliate links. It’s no secret that I love a good baking substitution hack. Whether it’s knowing how to whip up a buttermilk …
Roasted garlic makes your kitchen smell heavenly and is incredible in everything from mashed potatoes to aioli. Learn how to roast garlic so you can add it to all of your favorite dishes. There are a lot of baking tips and tricks out there that are helpful for beginner and advanced bakers alike. Some of …
What is brown butter and why is it used in recipes? Learn about the magic of this simple yet flavorful ingredient and learn how to brown butter to add a nutty flavor to so many of your recipes. Brown butter is one of those ingredients that sounds so fancy and posh. Before I knew how …
Excited to make a recipe only to discover that your brown sugar is hard as a rock? Learn how to soften brown sugar with 4 simple methods, plus a tip for keeping your brown sugar soft so this never happens again. This post contains affiliate links. If you think that being a full-time baking blogger …
Having trouble with getting your baked goods to turn out correctly? Sometimes the solution is simpler than you think! Learn how to measure flour correctly to avoid some basic baking errors. This post contains affiliate links. As a food blogger, I try to provide my readers with great recipes that have been tested thoroughly in …
In the middle of making a recipe only to realize you’re out of brown sugar? Not to worry, try this simple brown sugar substitute in a pinch! This post contains affiliate links. There have been far too many times when I’ve been smack in the middle of making a recipe only to realize I am …
Hard boiled eggs giving you trouble? Learn how to hard boil eggs on the stove or in the Instant Pot, plus tips for peeling and storing your eggs. This post contains affiliate links. If you grew up learning to cook and bake from your mom or grandmother, or even a beloved aunt or next-door neighbor, …
Did you forget to pick up buttermilk at the store? Once you know 4 easy methods for how to make buttermilk, you’ll be able to whip up a quick and easy substitute in just a few minutes. Do you ever just get a dessert craving and have to make something right then? Obviously I’m a …
Have a recipe that calls for self-rising flour but can’t find it at the store? No problem! Learn how to make self-rising flour with all-purpose flour and two more simple ingredients. I love having a well-stocked pantry, fridge and baking cabinet. But no matter how well stocked I keep my kitchen, there are simply times …
Making whipped cream at home is one of the easiest things you’ll ever do. If you’ve ever been curious about how to make homemade whipped cream, look no further! Have you ever wondered how to make homemade whipped cream? Listen, I’m no stranger to the tall can. In fact, when I was pregnant, I was …
A simple mixture of autumnal spices creates a perfect spice blend for fall baking.
Have you ever made cheesecake and felt stumped when you got to the part about making a water bath? Let’s explore both the how and the why of baking cheesecake in a water bath! I have made hundreds of cheesecakes in my life. Seriously! I’ve been running this website for years and in that time …
Learn how to soften cream cheese quickly so you’re never too far away from homemade cheesecake. The easiest and best way to soften cream cheese is to simply allow it to sit at – room temperature. That’s pretty much a no-brainer, right? But this method usually means that you have a bit of a plan …
Nuts on their own are a delicious and satisfying snack. But when it comes to baked goods and…
When you have homemade taco seasoning in your pantry, you never have to worry about running out on Taco Tuesday! This flavorful and versatile mix will quickly become a staple in your kitchen. I’m not sure what the weather is like in your neck of the woods, but it’s downright swampy here in Ohio. I’m …
Microwave Lemon Curd couldn’t be easier, or more delicious. It’s perfect for topping yogurt, ice cream, cheesecake and so much more!
Freezing cookie dough is an easy way to be just minutes from hot, gooey, fresh-baked cookies at all times. Learn how to freeze cookie dough in this step-by-step guide! I’m pretty sure at this point that we’ve all bought (and secretly loved) the ready-made, pre-packaged cookie dough that comes in pre-portioned sheets. If you’re like …
Homemade Buttercream Frosting is one of the best basic recipes to have on hand. This classic recipe makes enough pillowy frosting for 24 cupcakes or a 9-inch layer cake. Of all the recipes on My Baking Addiction, this Homemade Buttercream Frosting is definitely the recipe that I make the most in my kitchen. In fact, …
Learning how to make caramel sauce is a trick you will use time and again! Making caramel sauce only takes a few minutes, and the result is so much better than anything you can buy at the store. I love, love, love all things caramel. Borderline obsessed, ok? If there’s a new chocolate with caramel …
What chocolate lover wouldn’t be thrilled with rich, decadent truffles for Valentine’s Day? Instead of heading to the nearest chocolate shop, pick up a few items from the market and make these simple homemade truffles with your own two hands! There is something really special about being able to create a delicious and meaningful Valentine’s …
Homemade Cherry Pie Filling comes together in just a few minutes. Try a spoonful with your morning yogurt or spooned over a stack of fresh, crispy waffles for a delicious treat!
Homemade pumpkin pie spice made with cinnamon, ginger, cloves, allspice and nutmeg.
How to soften butter quickly using a few simple methods. We’ll show you how to get that ice cold butter to room temperature in no time! The easiest and best way to soften butter is to simply allow it to sit at – room temperature. That’s pretty much a no-brainer, right? But this method usually …