Tips & Tricks

Unlock the secrets to better sourdough with tips on building a strong starter, feeding and storing it properly, and adding flavorful inclusions like cinnamon, herbs, and cheese. Perfect for beginners and seasoned bakers alike!

Not sure which sourdough method is right for you? Learn the difference between traditional sourdough, same-day natural sourdough, and a same-day hybrid method with yeast—so you can choose the one that fits your time, skill level, and flavor goals.

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. 

If you're in the market for a new oven, there are plenty to choose from--so many, in fact, that you might get confused. So, which oven is best for bakers? In this post we'll examine all of the popular oven types to help you on your way.

Welcome, fellow baking enthusiasts! Are you ready to kick your sweet treats up a notch? If you've ever stared at a box of cake mix and thought, "I can do better than this," then you're in the right place. Welcome to a world where a simple box mix is just the beginning of your baking adventure. At Out of the Box Baking you'll be given tips and tricks for mastering sweet treats, as well as some of the best recipes on the web! Best of all, all of this is yours. . .for free!

If you’re looking for the world’s simplest caramel, a foolproof version you can make at home with only one ingredient, you’ve come to the right place! In this post I’m going to show you how I make caramel out of a can of sweetened condensed milk.

You can make a simple box of yellow cake mix taste like homemade with just a few fun and simple additions!

Enjoy these fun quotes about wedding cakes from Out of the Box Baking.com

101 Cheerful Quotes about Christmas Baking from Out of the Box Baking

In this post you can enjoy 101 amazing quotes that will put you in the mood to bake this fall. So, grab your cinnamon, nutmeg, and pumpkin spice and let's get busy baking!

Cake decorating is a creative and artistic skill that allows you to turn a plain cake into a work of edible art. There are dozens (if not hundreds) of techniques you can use to decorate your cakes these days. In this post we're going to cover several of them, popular for 2024.

In this post you'll find 101 of the best quotes about cinnamon, one of our favorite fall spices! These quotes are perfect for bakers and everyone who loves cinnamon!

Enjoy these warm and delightful quotes, perfect for fall. If you love all things pumpkin, these are the quotes for you!

You've got a box of cake mix on hand but you're not sure what to do with. In this master list you'll discover dozens of different ways to bake up that cake mix into something delicious and unexpected!

Enjoy this fun, interactive baking quiz, sure to test your skills (and your memory)! You will find the answers after each question. Question 1: What leavening agent is most often used in most traditional bread recipes? The answer is D: Yeast. Yeasts are single-celled microorganisms classified as part of the fungus kingdom. (Sounds delicious!) But I …

Enjoy these 50 fabulous pie quotes to inspire you on your baking journey!

This post will give you the formula you need to determine how many boxes of cake mix to purchase for your next project, large or small. Here at Out of the Box Baking we focus a lot of boxed mixes. A simple box of cake mix is useful for birthday cakes, wedding cakes, and all …

I don't know about you, but I love working with buttercream. And in this fun tutorial you'll get to step inside my cake decorating world for a few minutes to look at some of my favorite buttercream techniques. What Type of Buttercream Should I Use? This, my friends, is up to you! I usually start …

Enjoy this master list of quotes about sugar from Out of the Box Baking.com

If you love all things Alice in Wonderland, do I have a treat for you! This quick post is going to give you information you'll need to create delicious and colorful cookies and cupcakes, perfect for a Wonderland party!

These are strange times we're living in, where eggs are so pricey! If you're looking for recipes that call for fewer eggs, I've got a bunch for you in this post!

If you've been to the grocery store lately, you know that eggs are pricey! For most bakers, this is bad news. But it doesn't have to be. Here at Out of the Box Baking we've got a ton of egg-free recipes you're sure to love!

In today's economy we bakers need to do everything we can to cut back on our spending. With the cost of eggs going through the roof, this is especially important. In this post I'm going to give you several tips and tricks to save money and time by using egg substitutes.

If you love a tasty sugar cookie with an absolutely lovely Valentine's Day design, you've come to the right place! These delicious sugar cookies are tasty on their own, but with this beautiful design they're going to wow that special someone!

Jazz up a Boxed Cake Mix

In this post I'm going to show you how to doctor an instant cornbread mix to make it moist and flavorful using a simple ingredient. . .heavy whipping cream.

Let's face it: everyone's looking for a quick fix these days. If you're short on time (and money) you'll want fast and cheap. The best way to accomplish this is to start with recipes that don't require a ton of ingredients. In this post I'm going to give you some of my favorite suggestions! ;'/{

If you’re looking for a colorful cake with a surprise inside, you've come to the right place! In this post we’re going to learn how to make an easy but memorable checkerboard cake. 

If you love rich, decadent chocolate cake but you've sworn off gluten, this is the recipe for you. You can stop searching for the perfect flourless chocolate cake, my friend. You've found it right here, in this post.

Need to use up those ripe bananas? Check out these ten easy and tasty recipes from Out of the Box Baking.com

If you were blessed to grow up with a family member or loved one who baked, perhaps you know the joy of bonding through baking. Great memories are formed in the kitchen, especially when you involve the kids. 

Enjoy a dozen sweet treats that start with a box of white cake mix but end up looking like anything but!

In this post I'm going to give you all of my favorite brown butter recipes--everything from frostings to cookies to cake. All you have to do is click on the pictures of the linked recipes to find everything you need to hit the road running!

Enjoy this master list of baking substitutions from Out of the Box Baking.com. You'll find a host of tips and tricks.

Baking with mayonnaise is a terrific idea. It's the secret ingredient that makes your baked goods turn out perfect every time! Whether you're making cake, bread, or biscuits. . .adding mayo will help! And if you're short on ingredients like eggs, butter, or oil, it's really going to come in handy! Don't believe me? Keep …

Bisquick is a versatile product, capable of baking a variety of things--from biscuits, to dumplings, to pancakes, to waffles. . .and more! With prices going up, you might be tempted to skip it when you're at the store. Now you can do that with a clear conscience! You can make your own DIY Bisquick Mix for pennies on the dollar. And, guess what? It's just as good (maybe more so)!

What's inside of the cupcake is important, but what's on top of the cupcake is just as critical. Decorate with style and folks will be tickled to dive right in! Cupcake decorating has come a long way in recent years, and it all comes down to having the right tip and knowing how to use it. In this practical tutorial I'm going to show you seven of my favorite decorating techniques using two Wilton tips--the 1M and the 6B

Enjoy 101 general (and often humorous) quotes about baking, guaranteed to inspire you to bake. Feel free to share these with your friends who love to bake!

Enjoy 101 quotes about cookies, guaranteed to bring a smile to your face.

In this exciting post I'm going to give you 101 Fun Cake Quotes for Bakers. Many of these cake sayings should make you laugh or smile. Still others will make you think. But I promise you one thing. . .every one will make you hungry for cake!