Freeze for Perfection!
Did you know freezing ingredients like Nutella, peanut butter, or hazelnut spreads before adding them to cookie dough can prevent them from melting too quickly in the oven?
It keeps the centres gooey and delicious, perfect for that mouth-watering bite!
Chillin' your Dough
Chilling your dough before baking helps the flavours develop and prevents spreading, giving you thick, chewy, and picture-perfect cookies every time! patience really does taste sweeter!
The Power of Preheating
One of the simplest yet most overlooked steps in baking is preheating your oven. While it may seem like a time-waster, skipping this step or doing it incorrectly can result in underbaked, dense, or uneven treats.
Always preheat your oven, wait 5-10 minutes after the beep, use the right rack, and avoid overcrowding for perfect baking results.
Why Cakes Dome & How to Fix It
Cakes dome because the edges bake faster than the centre, forcing the middle to rise. Lowering the oven temperature, using cake strips, or gently pressing the top while warm can help create even layers without trimming.
The Importance of Sifting
Sifting removes lumps, aerates ingredients, and helps create lighter cakes and smooth frostings. It’s essential for cocoa powder, icing sugar, and recipes that call for a fine, delicate crumb.