Baking

The Secret to Better Brownies

It's hard to make brownies that are truly bad. But to get the very best brownies, break out that whisk and start whipping.

Fudgy Double-Chocolate Brownies

Brownies can go two ways—fudgy or cakey—and these rich, decadent squares decidedly fall into the fudgy category.

Macaroon Matzo Crunch

This totally addictive matzo treat combines the flavors of two Passover classics: macaroons and matzo.

Flourless Pistachio Cake With Strawberry Meringue

Make this stunning flourless pink and green cake for Passover or to end any and every spring celebration.

Banana Cupcakes with Peanut Butter Frosting

A classic combination in an adorable little package. The cupcakes, which are reminiscent of banana bread, would be a great breakfast treat (with or without the frosting).

Introducing the Triple-Butter Scone

The four-step strategy to buttery brilliance.

Ultra-Buttery Irish Scones

These tender, flaky scones are all about the butter.

Up Your Cake Game With Buttercream 101

Because frosting really is the most important part of a cake.

Get That Eggshell Out of Your Cookie Dough

It's a natural hazard of baking, but the solution is simple.

Whole Citrus Baking Will Make You Rethink the Orange (and the Lemon, and the Lime...)

There's a lazy man's trick to taking the bitter punch out of citrus rind. Master it, and you'll start using the whole orange in everything from cakes to cocktails.

Vanilla Beans: They Keep Giving and Giving

Those scraped out, spent pods have a whole lot more loving to give.

Vanilla Bean Tarte Tatin

Don't wait too long before inverting this tart; the caramel will stick if it gets cold.

Anadama Bread

We like this textured, molasses-tinged loaf with a mix of seeds, but you can simplify by using a larger amount of just a couple of them.

Why Your Muffins Need Cream Cheese in Them

Cream cheese—yes, the silky smooth bagel topping—adds a luxurious new layer to any breakfast muffin.

Raspberry-Ricotta Cake

Grab fresh spring berries the minute you see them at the market and fold them into this simple, tender cake you'll want to bake all season long.

Daddy's Birthday Cake (aka Franny's Sunshine Cake)

Our mom makes this cake every year for Dad's birthday. The tradition is that she always makes a mistake and that the cake is never perfect. Though she always messes up, it always tastes good and this is a great recipe. You'll need a 9-inch angel food cake pan for this cake.