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    Basic Baking Techniques Recipes

    Here you'll find recipes that are great for learning basic baking techniques. From bread shaping to frostings and sauces, check out these recipes that'll teach you some tricks and tips for better baking. Here you can learn about recipe ratios, a method to make recipes without needing a recipe!

    Don't know where to start? How about my No Recipe Pie Crust, a simple way to make flaky pie crusts every time. Or, whip up a rich chocolate ganache to use for toppings, frostings or fillings, as a truffle base, or for the best hot chocolate ever!

    New to sourdough? Check out my guide to maintaining sourdough starter. And for an impressive cake presentation, try your hand at making Checkerboard Cake.

     

    These posts are a great resource for any baker!

    • How to use recipe ratios
    • Easy Graham Cracker Crust (3 Ingredients)
    • French Vanilla Ice Cream (Frozen Custard)
    • Easy Homemade Caramel Sauce with Cream
    • How to Make a Flaky All Butter Pie Crust
    • How to Make Chocolate Cookie Crumbs
    • Basic Cream Scones Recipe
    • Easy Basic Shortcrust Pastry
    • Sourdough Shortcrust Pastry for Savory Pies & Tarts
    • Classic Hollandaise Sauce (Double Boiler Method)
    • Perfect French Macarons step by step
    • Easy Cinnamon Streusel Crumb Topping
    • Best Quick & Easy Homemade Caesar Salad Dressing
    • Dark Chocolate Hot Fudge Sauce
    • Herb Vinaigrette (Oil & Vinegar Salad Dressing)
    • Easy Homemade Chocolate Syrup (Dairy-Free)
    • The Best Buttermilk Blue Cheese Dressing
    • How to Make Homemade Peanut Butter
    • Quick and Easy Chocolate Ganache
    • How to Temper Chocolate Like a Pro - Tips & Techniques
    • How to Make Homemade Clotted Cream (Oven Method)
    • How to Make Checkerboard Cake
    • How to Make a Lattice Pie Crust
    • How to Braid Challah Bread Like a Pro
    • DIY Wedding Cake with Marshmallow Fondant
    • Dark Chocolate Buttercream Frosting
    • Mini Boston Cream Pie from scratch
    • How to Feed and Maintain Sourdough Starter
    • Italian Meringue Buttercream Frosting
    • Italian Meringue Macarons step by step
    • How to Braid an Eight-Strand Challah Like a Pro

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    Hi, I'm Tammy! My fascination with baking comes from my love of science and the magic of bringing together ingredients to produce something yummy. Coupling that with my appreciation of scotches and bourbons, I love to bake stuff, jot down my whisky tasting notes, and share my experiences with you!

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    No-bake treats for a hot summer

    When it's too hot to bake, you still have options for dessert. Candy and truffles, pie, brownies and bars, and ice cream all don't require you turning on the oven. Plus, learn how to temper chocolate for dipped treats. It' all here for you!

    • No-Bake Chocolate Cream Pie for Two
    • Easy No-Bake Chocolate Pecan Rum Balls
    • Easy Graham Cracker Crust (3 Ingredients)
    • Salted Caramel Swirl Gelato Ice Cream
    • No-Bake Dark Chocolate Tiramisu Truffles
    • No-Bake Chocolate Raspberry Brownies
    • How to Temper Chocolate Like a Pro - Tips & Techniques
    • Almost Authentic Easy Nanaimo Bars (No-Bake)

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