Ahhh… The tragedy of a cake not rising... You worked so hard to bake the perfect cake, followed the recipe, and did all the prep work, but when you opened the oven door, you found a flat, dense...
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Why Did My Cake Turn Out So Dense – Causes and Solutions You Must Know
We have all been there… After baking, the house filled with the amazing aroma of a cake baking in the oven, you come to cut that first slice and bam! You are met with a dry and dense texture...
The light airy sponge cake, one of the most popular cakes, has been loved for centuries and it’s roots can be traced all the way back to the 17th century. This makes it one of the earliest cakes...
Why Did My Cake Collapse in the Middle and How to Salvage It?
It’s the moment every baker dreads. Opening the oven door, anticipating a beautifully risen cake, only to be met with a sad disappointing crater- your cake has collapsed in the middle. Heartbreak...
Do I have to Pre-Soak my Dried Fruit for Christmas Bread or Fruit Cake?
There is nothing like a good fruit cake also known as Christmas bread . However, while making one there is always some debate as to whether you should pre-soak your dried fruit and for how long....
Why is My Homemade Gluten-Free Bread So Crumbly and How to Fix it
Baking is a challenging art, that over time becomes more and more intuitive producing better and better results. Some lessons take a while to figure out, while others are pretty quick and easy to...