Ditch your unhealthy baking staples for a healthier dessert

Author

Sarah
May 25, 2024 • Estimated Reading Time: 5 minutes

Good morning!

The long weekend is here, but Memorial Day holds a deeper meaning. As we remember those who served, let's also celebrate with family and friends. Why not bake some heartfelt treats to share? It's a small way to show appreciation and create delicious memories that will last!

THE MAIN COURSE

When you are planning on baking something delicious, you may look at the recipe and wish that you could make it a little healthier. While baking typically implies that you are making sweet desserts that are known to be on the unhealthier side, this doesn't have to be the case!

RISE TO THE OCCASION

There are 2 days left until Memorial Day

THE SIDES

Think your donut craving will have to wait because you don’t have a special donut pan? Think again! In fact, you might be surprised by the amount of items in your kitchen that can double as a donut mold.

Have you ever found yourself with an unmistakable craving for brownies only to find that you don’t have the ingredients? Of course you have - we’ve all been there! Next time, don’t panic. Just reach for the cake mix!

If your sugar cookie dough is a bit more crumbly than it should be, there are some common reasons to be aware of. Don’t worry - it’s not that hard to fix!

CHEW ON THIS

Memorial Day weekend is upon us! When prepping for outdoor gatherings, remember that cream cheese frosting can soften quickly in the heat. Opt for a buttercream frosting instead, which holds up better in warmer temperatures.

THE LEFTOVERS

Sometimes, it’s just easier to bake your cake a day or two in advance. The problem of course is that you end of with a dessert that’s not so fresh. The next time you find yourself in this situation, use these tips to lock in the moisture for as long as possible!

With food allergies on the rise around the world, knowing how to bake without certain ingredients can really save the day when you suddenly find out you need to avoid this or that for a friend or family member. In this article, learn how to swap one of the main ingredients in macarons, almond flour, without missing a beat!

DESSERT

Speaking of food allergies, if you can never remember who is allergic to what or who is following a certain diet, here’s an easy way to keep track of it all.

I created my recipe book “Let’s Get Cookin’ (and Baking Too!)” with dietary restrictions in mind. Keep your favorite recipes and notes on the restrictions (and favorite foods!) of your friends and family all together. Choosing what to bake for the next get-together will be a breeze!

KEEP ON RISING

Still hungry for more baking knowledge? Dive deeper into past newsletters for tips and tricks you might have missed the first time around. Completely free and available 24/7!

STAY SWEET!

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Happy baking!