Baking Basics Archives - ZoëBakes https://zoebakes.com/category/basic/ eat dessert first Mon, 27 Apr 2026 16:00:44 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 36689627 Tender & Flaky Homemade Biscuits https://www.zoebakes.com/2025/01/29/flaky-biscuits/ https://www.zoebakes.com/2025/01/29/flaky-biscuits/#comments Wed, 29 Jan 2025 19:42:00 +0000 http://zoebakes.com/?p=7099 There’s nothing better than tender, flaky biscuits. This recipe will help you perfect your method in no time, or you can scroll down to a find a quick-fold biscuit variety below! Gorgeous, flaky biscuits are easier to make than their layered look and feel may imply. The recipe requires folding […]

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]]> https://www.zoebakes.com/2025/01/29/flaky-biscuits/feed/ 29 7099 Homemade Vanilla Extract https://www.zoebakes.com/2025/01/06/homemade-vanilla-extract/ https://www.zoebakes.com/2025/01/06/homemade-vanilla-extract/#comments Mon, 06 Jan 2025 17:37:50 +0000 http://zoebakes.com/?p=4666 This homemade vanilla extract recipe is a fast and fun way to infuse flavor into your baking. You only need two ingredients to keep the best vanilla extract ever on hand. Vanilla extract is probably the most-used ingredient in my kitchen after flour and sugar. It is also my go-to […]

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]]> https://www.zoebakes.com/2025/01/06/homemade-vanilla-extract/feed/ 176 4666 How to Use a Vanilla Bean https://www.zoebakes.com/2025/01/06/how-to-use-a-vanilla-bean/ https://www.zoebakes.com/2025/01/06/how-to-use-a-vanilla-bean/#comments Mon, 06 Jan 2025 16:43:03 +0000 http://zoebakes.com/?p=199 Vanilla is a staple in the kitchen. Learn all about vanilla beans and how to get the most out of the unique flavor. This is one of my favorite ingredients and essential in the pastry kitchen. Vanilla beans come from the fruit of an orchid and are not cheap, second […]

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]]> https://www.zoebakes.com/2025/01/06/how-to-use-a-vanilla-bean/feed/ 102 199 How to Make Pie Crust https://www.zoebakes.com/2024/11/03/how-to-make-pie-crust/ https://www.zoebakes.com/2024/11/03/how-to-make-pie-crust/#comments Mon, 04 Nov 2024 03:08:46 +0000 https://zoebakes.com/?p=11619 Pie dough is notorious for being a difficult pastry. While it can take time and a good recipe to master your pie dough technique, you shouldn’t fear this beloved dessert, even if you’re worried that you can’t match the flakiness of your grandma’s crust. I’ve put together a guide on […]

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]]> https://www.zoebakes.com/2024/11/03/how-to-make-pie-crust/feed/ 16 11619 Quick Puff Pastry https://www.zoebakes.com/2024/10/04/quick-puff-pastry/ https://www.zoebakes.com/2024/10/04/quick-puff-pastry/#respond Fri, 04 Oct 2024 17:33:05 +0000 https://zoebakes.com/?p=25561 I use this quick or “rough” puff pastry to make my flaky Rugelach cookies from Zoë Bakes Cookies! The recipe is from the book and anyone who has an early copy (editions 1-3) will want to follow these directions, because I have corrected an error from the book. Here is […]

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]]> https://www.zoebakes.com/2024/10/04/quick-puff-pastry/feed/ 0 25561 How to Make Ice Cream + 18 Ice Cream Recipes https://www.zoebakes.com/2024/07/07/ice-cream-101/ https://www.zoebakes.com/2024/07/07/ice-cream-101/#comments Mon, 08 Jul 2024 03:28:14 +0000 http://zoebakes.com/?p=3673 When making homemade ice cream, you have to start with a really great base, which for me means lusciously smooth, with a dense and silky texture. The flavor should be rich, but not too buttery (greasy) and I always start my “French custard” ice cream base with vanilla. So start […]

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]]> https://www.zoebakes.com/2024/07/07/ice-cream-101/feed/ 55 3673 20 Baking Recipes For Beginners https://www.zoebakes.com/2024/01/24/20-baking-recipes-for-beginners/ https://www.zoebakes.com/2024/01/24/20-baking-recipes-for-beginners/#comments Wed, 24 Jan 2024 15:46:44 +0000 https://zoebakes.com/?p=23431 Are you a beginning baker wondering what to try first? This list of 20 baking recipes for beginners is a great place to start. It’s by no means comprehensive, but I included some of my favorite desserts that anyone can make, divided into four categories: Cookies and bars, breads, cakes […]

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]]> https://www.zoebakes.com/2024/01/24/20-baking-recipes-for-beginners/feed/ 5 23431 Perfect Whipped Cream https://www.zoebakes.com/2023/11/08/perfect-whipped-cream/ https://www.zoebakes.com/2023/11/08/perfect-whipped-cream/#comments Thu, 09 Nov 2023 02:34:24 +0000 https://zoebakes.com/?p=22763 What’s the secret to making the perfect whipped cream? Go low and slow. It’s a very simple recipe that everyone can make at home with a little heavy whipping cream, confectioners’ sugar and vanilla. You’ll want to use this recipe up as soon as it’s done, because whipped cream is […]

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]]> https://www.zoebakes.com/2023/11/08/perfect-whipped-cream/feed/ 2 22763 Zoë’s Baking Academy https://www.zoebakes.com/2022/01/01/zoebakes-academy/ https://www.zoebakes.com/2022/01/01/zoebakes-academy/#comments Sat, 01 Jan 2022 19:54:29 +0000 https://zoebakes.com/?p=15463 A New Year’s resolution doesn’t have to be about giving something up, it can be about setting out to create new things. What if we shake things up a bit and resolve to get into the kitchen to try a new cooking or baking technique this year? No matter where […]

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]]> https://www.zoebakes.com/2022/01/01/zoebakes-academy/feed/ 3 15463 How to Store Leftover Baked Goods https://www.zoebakes.com/2021/12/11/how-to-store-leftover-baked-goods/ https://www.zoebakes.com/2021/12/11/how-to-store-leftover-baked-goods/#comments Sat, 11 Dec 2021 20:15:00 +0000 https://zoebakes.com/?p=14894 With the holidays upon us, you’re probably whipping up all kinds of breads, cakes, pies and cookies. Or, you might be receiving baked treats as gifts. With all those goodies around, you might be wondering how to keep them fresh. Today, I share how to store leftover baked goods. Let […]

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