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Better Bake checklist

16 steps to baking with fewer surprises.

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Baking basics

Before you bake.

  • Read the whole recipe first Guide
  • Spoon and level flour, or weigh it Guide
  • Put a thermometer in your oven Guide
  • Set out butter and eggs ahead of time Guide

Baking science

Know why.

  • Test your baking powder and soda Guide
  • Chill cookie dough before baking Guide
  • Mix muffin batter just until combined Guide
  • Try brown sugar for chewier cookies Guide

What to bake

This month.

  • Bake a layer cake and test with a toothpick Guide
  • Make muffins with the muffin method Guide
  • Make a pie crust with cold butter Guide
  • Bake your first yeast loaf Guide

Pans, storage and safety

Every time.

  • Check your pan sizes and materials Guide
  • Cool completely before wrapping Guide
  • Freeze extras, wrapped tightly Guide
  • Skip tasting raw dough and batter Guide