Baking cookies with the right texture? There's a trick to that!

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Sarah
May 14, 2024 • Estimated Reading Time: 5 minutes

Good morning!

Raindrops pitter-patter against the windowpane, a gentle rhythm that always makes me crave cozy comforts. Spring showers might mean May flowers are on the way, but for now, they're the perfect excuse to whip up something delicious in the kitchen. Let's bake!

THE MAIN COURSE

9 Foolproof Tips for Crazy Soft Peanut Butter Cookies

Want to know how to make the most amazingly soft, melt in your mouth peanut butter cookies? Follow these tips and you’ll have delicious cookies with that perfect slightly crunchy on the outside, soft on the inside texture every time!

RISE TO THE OCCASION

There are 13 days left until Memorial Day

THE SIDES

You Won’t Believe How Quick & Easy it is to Make Donuts with Pancake Mix

Craving donuts, but want to avoid too much processed sugar and saturated fat? Try making a batch at home using something you already have in the cupboard - pancake mix! You’ll have fresh donuts in under 30 minutes.

Take Your Cake Pops from “Meh” to Amazing with These 7 Brilliant Display Ideas

Cake pops are beautiful and tasty on their own, but the right display will grab everyone’s attention! Want your cake pops to really stand out? Try any of these creative display ideas.

What to Do with Pizza Dough That Is Too Sticky

Pizza night gets even better when you start making homemade pizza! Making your own dough can seem a little intimidating, but after some research and a bit of practice, you’ll be a pro before you know it. One thing to look out for is extra sticky dough. You can learn how to fix or prevent sticky dough in this post.

CHEW ON THIS

Challenge: Master the Muffin!

This week's challenge is all about mastering the muffin! Muffins are a wonderful breakfast or snack option, and they're surprisingly versatile. Here's what you can do:

1. Bake a Classic:

Find a basic muffin recipe online or in a cookbook. This could be a simple blueberry muffin or a banana nut muffin.

Challenge: Follow the recipe exactly, then experiment with different mix-ins next time, like chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or even fruit purees.

2. Get Fancy with Flavors:

Feeling adventurous? Look for a recipe with unique flavor combinations, like carrot cake muffins with a cream cheese swirl, or lemon poppyseed muffins with a blueberry glaze.

Challenge: Once you've baked your chosen recipe, try creating your own flavor twist. Maybe add some orange zest to your carrot cake muffins, or use a different fruit for the glaze on your lemon poppyseed ones.

3. Go Mini!

Make mini muffins! They're perfect for portion control and even easier to grab on the go.

Challenge: Decorate your mini muffins with fun toppings like sprinkles, chopped nuts, or mini chocolate chips.

Bonus Challenge: Share a photo of your creation on social media and tag our newsletter!

THE LEFTOVERS

Eat Sugar Cookies Guilt-Free: 4 Healthy Twists You Must Try

Here’s something we all know, but you might not want to hear as a baking enthusiast: sugar cookies are unhealthy. The good news is, there are ways to still enjoy these sweet treats without feeling guilty.

Light and Airy or Tender and Crumbly? The Surprising Differences Between Angel Food Cake and Shortcake

Have you ever made strawberry shortcake with angel food cake? While angel food cake and shortcake can be similar, they actually have quite a few differences. So which one do you make?

KEEP ON RISING

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STAY SWEET!

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Happy baking!