Within modern baking and confectionery, frosting is a popular ingredient that is used both commercially and in the home. However, one problem with store bought frosting is that it can often be thinner than that which is homemade. But what exactly can be done to thicken frosting ready for use, and what are the benefits? …
I don’t know about you, but I just love our American method of measuring ingredients in handy plastic cups – it’s so convenient. And sure, there are a great many recipes drawn up this way, but sadly this is not always the case. Especially if you want to try recipes of more foreign cuisine. For …
When it comes to the contemporary food industry, there are few products as iconic and popular as Nutella – the popular chocolate spread that is used in all manner of applications. However, even with all of our modern resources, there is still a lot that we do not know about the food we eat. One …
When it comes to cake making at home, many people tend to opt for store bought frosting. Rather than making your own, which can often be time consuming and a hassle, this option means that people can make great desserts in a way that is affordable and easy. However, in many ways, store bought frosting …
Do you want to make whipped icing but aren’t sure how? Maybe you have been asked to decorate a cake with whipped icing but have never made it before? Or are you curious about whipped icing and want to know more? Regardless of the reason that brought you here today, we have the answers for …
Baking soda and baking powder are both common household items that are used for many different purposes. However, despite this fact, both items are commonly mistaken for one another, and many people do not know what they are used for. But are baking powder and baking soda the same thing, and if not, how do …
Do you want to make clotted cream but aren’t sure how? Maybe you are looking to create a new dessert and it requires clotted cream? Or are you curious and want to know more? Whatever the reason that brought you here today, we have the answers for you. Finding out how to make clotted cream …
Pastry flour is a soft flour that is low in gluten, with a gluten content of around 8 to 10 percent. It is designed for making cookies, pies, muffins, and biscuits. If you’re looking for more details on what pastry flour is, and when you should use it, you’ve come to the right place! We’ve …
If you’re new to the world of baking, one of the trickiest things to get right is bread. However, it’s also one of the most rewarding items you can make. There’s really nothing better in the world than having the scent of a freshly baked loaf course through your kitchen on a warm summer’s day. …
Whether you’re a seasoned baker or new to the game, chances are you’ve tried out a banana bread recipe. You’ve probably heard that ripe bananas are best for this recipe. While this is true, there is such a thing as a banana that is too ripe, even when it comes to baking them into your …
