Missing baking essentials? You can still bake your cake! Here's how

Author

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

Good morning!

Craving a sweet ending to June? Me too! How about baking something incredible to share with loved ones (or, hey, keep it all to yourself – no judgement here)?

THE MAIN COURSE

It never fails - you’re ready to bake a cake and you realize you are out of eggs or butter, maybe milk. No need to run to the store. You probably have some great substitutes in your pantry already! So go on and whip up a delightful cake even if you are missing key ingredients.

RISE TO THE OCCASION

There are 9 days left until Independence Day

A SLICE OF INSPIRATION

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Thank you to Stephan from New Jersey for sharing a picture of your beautiful Strawberry Shortcake! Yum!

Strawberry Shortcake. New Jersey

THE SIDES

There are several reasons your cake pops may be sweating. Some have to do with the environment while others may be issues with the recipe you used. So, grab your aprons, and let’s dive into what’s causing the excess moisture.

As valuable as all-purpose flour is, whole-grain flour might be a healthier option. Who wouldn’t want a pastry that combines flavor and nutrition? In this post, I’ll cover five whole-grain flours that elevate baked goods nutritionally so you can enjoy a healthy, delicious pastry.

Perfect baking is a dream that many of us have, but few achieve. Yes, I must admit that some people aren’t natural-born bakers, but this doesn’t mean you can’t learn how to bake a delicious cake that impresses everyone! Here are the most common baking problems you might encounter as a newbie, and how to deal with them:

CHEW ON THIS

This week's challenge is all about mastering a fundamental recipe: the vanilla cupcake. It might seem simple, but a perfectly fluffy, moist vanilla cupcake is the foundation for countless other desserts. Did you know you can add a swirl of fruit jam, chocolate chips, or sprinkles to personalize it? This week, perfect your vanilla cupcake technique and share a picture with us in the “A Slice of Inspiration” section above.

THE LEFTOVERS

There’s no need for countless trials and errors to achieve the ideal quiche. I’ve compiled some of my favorite quiche tips to help even beginners make this delicious dish. So, let’s dive in!

While raisins can add a lot of depth to your carrot cake, they’re not a crucial component. You can substitute the ingredient with many alternatives or leave it out altogether. Let’s look at some of the alternatives.

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!