Recipes and Baking Tips by Janice Thompson

Discover 75 inspiring, funny, and heartfelt quotes about bread, sourdough, and rising dough—perfect for bakers, bread lovers, and anyone who finds joy in the art of baking.

This sourdough pizza dough delivers a perfect balance of a crispy crust and chewy interior, with the rich, tangy flavor that only sourdough can offer. Great for artisan-style pizzas, it’s a delicious way to use your sourdough starter and take pizza night to the next level!

This Simple French Country Bread is a classic artisan sourdough loaf with a crisp, golden crust and a soft, airy crumb. Made with just a few ingredients and a sourdough starter, it’s a beautiful rustic bread perfect for slicing, toasting, or serving alongside any meal!

These sourdough biscuits are tender, flaky, and full of that signature tangy flavor from sourdough discard. Perfect for breakfast, dinner, or a savory snack, they’re a delicious way to use up extra starter and elevate a classic comfort food!

This easy bread loaf uses self-rising flour and just a handful of ingredients for a soft, homemade bread anyone can make. Perfect for beginners!

This Cinnamon Swirl Sourdough Bread combines the tangy goodness of sourdough with a sweet, spiced cinnamon-sugar ribbon running through each slice. Soft, aromatic, and perfect for toasting, it’s a comforting twist on traditional sourdough that’s great for breakfast or snacking! Sourdough Inclusions One of the best things about a good sourdough is the addition of inclusions. These inclusions could really be …

This hybrid sourdough sandwich loaf uses sourdough discard and a touch of commercial yeast to create a soft, fluffy crumb with mild tang and faster rise times. Perfect for sandwiches, toast, or everyday slicing, it’s an easy and reliable way to enjoy the flavor of sourdough without the long wait!

This Honey Oat Sourdough Bread is soft, lightly sweet, and perfect for same-day baking. Made with sourdough starter, oats, and a touch of honey, it’s an easy sandwich loaf the whole family will love.

You love sourdough but you don’t have two days to make it. No worries! With this quick hack you can whip up a delicious loaf of hybrid sourdough in just a few hours! 

This Irish Soda Bread is a classic quick bread made with a bit of sourdough starter, along with baking soda, buttermilk, and pantry staples. With its crisp crust and tender, hearty crumb, it’s the perfect addition to any meal, especially around St. Patrick’s Day!

If you’re looking for the world’s quickest and easiest iced oatmeal, reminiscent of the ones you grew up eating, this is it! 

If you're looking for a quick and simple dessert that's both beautiful and tasty, this is it! These lovely little apple galettes will impress your guests and are perfect for a tea party!

Discover the best doctored chocolate cake mix recipes that turn a simple box mix into rich, moist, bakery-style cakes, cookies, brownies, trifles, and bars! These easy, foolproof upgrades add homemade flavor with minimal effort—perfect for any chocolate lover!

Learn how to doctor a spice cake mix with simple pantry ingredients for a moist, flavorful cake. This easy upgrade is perfect for fall baking and holidays.

If you're looking for the world's simplest, quickest, tastiest chocolate cake from scratch, this is the recipe for you!

If you’re looking for a rich orange cake filled with bursts of cherries, this is the recipe for you. Best of all, the is a simple cake that starts with a box of cake mix! 

If you're looking for cookie ideas for an upcoming wedding or bridal shower you've come to the right place. These cookie ideas are simple, delicious, and oh, so cute!

This copycat Cheesecake Factory Honey Wheat Bread is soft, slightly sweet, and has that rich, hearty flavor you love from the restaurant version. Made with simple ingredients and a touch of honey and molasses, this homemade bread is perfect for sandwiches, toast, or serving warm with butter!

If you love a simple butter cookie that comes together in minutes, this is the recipe for you! And they come highly recommended by one of the world's finest bakers: Mary Berry! 

Discover the best Bundt cake recipes for every occasion! From classic flavors to fruity, chocolatey, and spiced creations, these easy Bundt cakes are perfect for parties, holidays, or everyday baking. Plus, get tips on Bundt pans and tricks for perfect results.

If you’re looking for a delicious and simple focaccia recipe, one that’s packed full of flavor and texture, look no further. This one is (literally) perfect! In this post I'm going to show you how to make it two ways.

Discover the secret to perfect homemade sourdough bread with this easy, no-fail recipe! With a crisp crust, soft interior, and deep tangy flavor, this step-by-step guide makes baking sourdough simple and rewarding.

If you’re ready to tackle sourdough but you don’t have starter, this is the recipe for you. In this post I’m going to share my oh-so-simple starter, so easy that anyone can do it! 

If you’re looking for a quick, yeasted sourdough pull-apart roll to make for dinner tonight, I’ve got you covered! This recipe starts with an active starter but incorporates a packet of instant yeast for a quick rise.

Celebrate the sweetness of spring with these delightful Easter desserts! From pastel-hued cakes, cupcakes, and cookies to light and airy trifles and scones, this collection is filled with easy-to-make treats that are perfect for your holiday table.

Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and coated in sweet cinnamon sugar—these classic churros are the ultimate indulgence! Follow this easy recipe to make the perfect golden, crunchy churros at home.

If you’re looking for the world’s simplest but most delicious biscuit, you’ve come to the right place! These light, fluffy biscuits are incredibly fast and easy to make and packed full of flavor and texture. 

If you’re looking for a simple chocolate cake with the texture of velvet, this is the recipe for you. This easy doctored cake mix uses a fun and interesting addition - mayonnaise. 

This is an easy go-to recipe for banana nut muffins with streusel topping. Best of all, it’s versatile and delicious! 

If you’re in the mood for a delicious scone, one pretty and tasty enough for a tea party but hearty enough for an afternoon treat with a cup of coffee or tea, this is the recipe for you! In this post I’m going to show you how to make my favorite chocolate chip scones.

Discover 100+ of the best homemade bread recipes—from sweet loaves and savory quick breads to traditional yeast breads and indulgent bread puddings. This master list includes reader favorites and recipes from top baking bloggers!

If you love that nutty goodness of a pecan sandie but you’re in a hurry, I’ve got a real treat for you! These yummy pecan sandie cookies come together in minutes and start with a simple box of white cake mix. 

If you're looking for exciting cookie facts, this is the post for you! We'll delve into the history of cookies and some of the most fascinating cookie facts you've ever heard of!

If you're looking for a chunky, delicious carrot cake loaded with a surprise apple flavor, this is the recipe for you! It's simple, it's delicious, and best of all. . .it starts with a box of cake mix.

Discover the ultimate guide to boho baking, where cozy, chic recipes transform everyday treats into Insta-worthy confections perfect for grownups and teen bakers alike. Dive into inspiring galleries featuring cakes, cupcakes, cookies, scones, weddings, and high tea ideas, and embrace the art of cozy baking vibes.

If you love a delicious lemon pound cake but you’re in a hurry and don’t want to make one from scratch, I’ve got you covered! In this post I’m going to show you how to make an easy and quick lemon pound cake that starts with a box of cake mix. 

If you love scones but you're in a hurry you're going to flip over this simple scones recipe! These are so tasty and they come together in minutes!

Learn how to transform a simple boxed cake mix into a buttery, dense pound cake with a few light hacks—quick, moist, and foolproof.

Light and bright, sweet and petite, colorful and charming, these cookies are all perfect for your Easter celebration. Enjoy this master list of springtime favorites, sure to delight your Easter guests.

There’s no better way to celebrate Valentine’s Day than with rich, decadent chocolate desserts. Every bite feels like pure indulgence!