Domed cakes can be frustrating, especially when you want a perfectly flat surface so you can layer cake tiers and add icing. The good news is that there's an easy fix. By using one straightforward ...

Avoid using tall and skinny mugs, as they make it difficult for the cake to cook evenly in the microwave. The shape and size of your mug dramatically affects how evenly your cake cooks. A wide, ...

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With a crackly, sugar-crusted top and a dense, buttery center, this old-fashioned pound cake relies on a few tried-and-true techniques to get every bite just right. Get the recipe for our Ultimate ...

Our fraisier cake is as French as it gets. Expect genoise sponge, from-scratch creme mousseline, and 2 pounds of in-season strawberries.

HYDE PARK, N.Y. -- Baking with a water-bath technique may bring to mind a delicate egg custard, a souffle, cheesecake, pate or terrine. However, the technique is quite versatile: It can also be used ...