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By Sara Coleman Jun 10, 2021

Reviews

Best bakeware sets: 5 ways to bake your heart out

The best bakeware sets will prepare you for any baking task, from brownies to breads.

By Saveur Jan 12, 2021

DIY

Four tips for bake-off worthy cakes

You might not get on TV, but the people you feed will appreciate your work.

By Sara Chodosh Dec 25, 2020

DIY

How to build a gingerbread house that won’t fall apart

The cookie doesn’t have to crumble that way.

By Eleanor Cummins Dec 8, 2020

Science

Learn your sourdough starter’s funky secrets

Biologist Rob Dunn wants the scoop on every home baker’s recipe.

By Rachel Feltman Nov 24, 2020

DIY

How to make perfect pie crust with the power of science

You might need some booze before you’re done—trust us.

By PopSci Commerce Team Nov 10, 2020

Gadgets

Baking sheets to elevate your cookies and roasted veggies

Nothing cozies up a home like an afternoon spent baking.

By PopSci Commerce Team Nov 7, 2019

Shop

Good-looking pie dishes that bake great, too

Classic pie plates for impressive desserts and quiches.

By Rachel Feltman Jul 8, 2019

Space

Yes, astronauts are baking cookies in space. No, they can’t eat them.

Doesn't seem too fair.

By Connor Relyea Jun 28, 2019

DIY

How to make your own butter

Feel like a pioneer, without all the dysentery and typhoid.

By Jason Lederman Mar 16, 2018

DIY

Add a dash of chemistry for the best microwave mug cake of your life

This single-serving dessert takes 60 seconds—and some science.

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