Baking

Our all-time best tips, tricks, products, and more.
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Whether you're a seasoned sourdough expert or just learning the basics, our site is packed with resources for the home baker. So, we've collected some of our most essential recipes, guides, videos, and products and put them all in one place. That means it's easier than ever to figure exactly what your next baking project should be—and the techniques and tools you'll need to make it happen.


Bake It Up a Notch

There's a reason Erin Jeanne McDowell is known as Food52's Resident Baking BFF: Whether we're making pie dough or frosting a layer cake, there's no one who's better at explaining exactly how—and why—certain baking processes work.

How To Make Homemade Toaster Strudels | Bake It Up a Notch with Erin McDowell
How to Make Pie Dough & Crust

Baking 101

New to baking? These low-effort, high-reward recipes are a great place to start.

How to Make Easy Cakes

If you're building out your collection of baking supplies from scratch, there are a few items that are nonnegotiable: Start by grabbing a whisk, measuring spoons, a baking sheet, and a good set of bowls.


Bread

Is your sourdough starter from 2020 still going strong? If so, this is the spot for you.

My New Roots' Life-Changing Loaf Of Bread

A few simple tools—like a proofing basket and lame—can take your bread-baking hobby to the next level.


Cakes

For the ultimate celebratory treat, look no further than a classic cake. We have recipes that suit every skill level, season, and style.

How to Make Layer Cakes

From pans and cooling racks to tools for decorating, cakes benefit from having the right set of equipment. Don't forget a cake stand and cloche to display your finished treat!


Cookies

Is there anything better than a fresh batch of cookies? We think not.

How to Make Sugar Cookies

Baking sheets are the name of the game when it comes to perfecting your favorite cookies.


Savory Bakes

Often, “baking” and “desserts” are seen as synonymous—but we're here to prove that's not always the case. Here are our go-to recipes when we feel like baking up something decidedly savory.

How to Make Savory Pies

Many of the tools used for baking sweets can be used for savory applications as well—throw in a pizza stone, and you're set.


Pies & Tarts

We know that pies can be a daunting category for home bakers, so we've done all the heavy lifting—from figuring out which butter yields the flakiest crust to sourcing the prettiest pie plates.

How to Master Fruit Pies

We have everything you need to nail the flaky, buttery—and never soggy—pie crust of your dreams.


Breakfast & Brunch

Muffins, scones, biscuits, banana breads—mornings wouldn't be the same without them.

Erin & Derek Make Biscuits & Gravy

Whether you're seeking a casserole dish for a crowd-pleasing breakfast bake or muffin tins for your next brunch, we've got all the tools you need.


Brownies & Bars

We've got brownies, of course, but also every other type of bar, from blondies to lemon bars.

Sohla's Olive Oil Blondies With Salted Caramel

Brownies and blondies are easy, versatile, and always a favorite—to speed up the process, use a hand blender to whip up the silky-smooth batter.


Cupcakes

There's a reason cupcakes are a crowd-pleaser: They're perfect for parties, kid-friendly, and oh-so-adorable.

How to Make & Decorate Cupcakes

Once you've got the proper pans, stock up on decorating tools to ensure your cupcakes are as pretty as they are delicious.