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Every wonder what kind of icing to use? And when? Wisegeek can help with this quick but complete tutorial on the seven main types of icing.
How to Frost a Cake
Frosting a two-layer cake is no longer a daunting task, thanks to Joy the Baker.
Icing vs. Frosting
What is the difference between icing and frosting? Cakespy gives us a thorough tour of these creamy confections.
Making and Baking the Pie
These simple steps yield a perfect pizza.
Pizza Perfect
How to achieve a pillowy crust and golden edges.
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Learn all the secrets of making and decorating cookies in time for the holiday season.
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Learn great tips and creative ideas from a professional cookie decorator.
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5 simple steps to creating these distinctive double-spiral buns.
puff pastry, dough
Frozen puff pastry is easy to use and makes a great base for tarts like our Tuscan-inspired herbed tomato tart. Thaw and chill the pastry first.
Confectionery 101
Making caramel, nougat, fudge and the like is a long process with a sweet ending. Here is everything you need to know to get there.
Learn How to Make Puff Pastry
An illustrated guide to this baking technique.
Baking Techniques
These three tricks will produce sophisticated results with minimal effort in a multitude of desserts.
Torte 101
The construction of a classic Demel layer cake is a relatively straightforward process.
Thin-Crust Pizza 101
The key to making pizzeria-quality thin-crust pizza is a blazing-hot oven.
Brownie Baking Tip
Brownies are easy to make and even easier to eat, but they are notoriously difficult to remove from the pan.