By Sharon Davis, Family & Consumer Sciences Education, Manhattan, KS After a recent blizzard of holiday sweets, I‘ve begun to embrace all things soup and savory breads. In fact, I’m betting you’ll love the Mini-Bread Bowls demonstrated by the Oklahoma Wheat Commission. The whole wheat bread bowls are a perfect individual size, served fresh or easily frozen […]
Bake to Give
Baked goods have always been a popular and thoughtful gift idea, whether for special occasions like birthdays and holidays, or just to show someone you care. There is something about the comfort and warmth of fresh-baked goods that brings a smile to people’s faces and warms their hearts. Here are some reasons to bake to […]
Caramel Pecan Monkey Bread
Gemma Stafford is the Irish-born master pastry chef and creator of the hit online show and baking brand, Bigger Bolder Baking. Gemma is all about helping anyone bake with confidence. In her must-have second cookbook, Gemma shares an all-new collection of simple yet irresistible recipes for every baking opportunity—from breakfast, brunch, and teatime to dinner […]
Authentic Linzer Cookies
Linzer cookies are a holiday staple in many homes and at many cookie swaps, in fact, they’re probably on the list of All-Time Favorite Cookies Ever! With a dollop of raspberry jam peeking through the top of a delicate, nutty, buttery cookie sandwich, all covered in a dusting of confectioners’ sugar—you just can’t beat a […]
Holiday Cookie Countdown
‘Tis the season for sugar, spice, and everything nice, and here at HomeBaking.org, we are delighted to invite you to our Annual Holiday Cookie Countdown! As we celebrate the season, we’re unwrapping a month-long treat extravaganza with a daily dose of scrumptious holiday cookie recipes. Brace yourselves for a December filled with the comforting aroma […]
Fun Paintbrush Cookies
Kids of all ages, from 3 to 103, will love these fun & tasty Paintbrush cookies! Blend the art and science of baking with your creative side. Try mixing and matching with different cookie cutter shapes and a rainbow of food coloring. Ingredient List COOKIES: 2 ¼ cups sifted all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting […]
The Family Dinner Project’s deck of food and activities
Holiday gatherings are filled with fun, family and delicious dishes prepared by loved ones! With so many different people gathered around the table, each with their own expectations, sometimes a little structure is needed to help keep things on track! You’ll love The Family Dinner Project’s deck of food and activities for the “advent” of […]
Melanie Wanders Shares Her Apple Crumb Crostata Recipe
Nothing gets us ready for holiday meals– or breakfast– like fine-tuning Apple Crostata skills. Home Baking Association members gathered in Stowe, VT for an annual meeting AND a tutorial with member Melanie Wanders, R&D Baker with Amy Driscoll and Lee Clark from King Arthur Baking company. You’ll enjoy making a tender, yet flaky all-butter pie […]
Order Your Free 2022 Kansas Wheat Recipe Book
Some folks may collect stamps, trading cards or gnomes, but only true Wheaties keep their eye out for a specific collectible published for the past six decades — the annual recipe book from the Kansas Wheat Commission. The 2022 edition is now available — free of charge — and does not disappoint with classic recipes […]
Baking School provides Lessons for EVERY Baker
by Sharon Davis – Home Baking Association The art and science of baking enriches lives beyond belief, and there are so many to thank! A family baking heritage, mentors, professors, friends, farmers and personal passion. Next to thank on my list is Melanie Wanders, King Arthur Baking test kitchen Research and Development team member and […]