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Get expert baking tips for cookies and cakes—techniques, tools, and secrets to perfect your treats at Just Cookies and Cakes!
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The History of Cookies and Cakes

The history of cookies and cakes begins with bread, the foundation baking as we know it. As baking skills and leavening techniques evolved, and more ingredients became available, these developed their own identities. Today, “baking” generally refers to anything with a flour base cooked in an oven. In this article, […]

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Learn to Bake Cookies and Cakes

Image Courtesy of FreePik With the cost of living on the rise, families can learn to bake their own cookies and cakes instead of splurging on luxuries like custom birthday cakes. For someone who’s never switched on an oven or used a stand mixer, this might sound challenging, but it’s […]

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Baking Basics Explained

Baking Basics Explained: A Guide to Common Terms and Ingredients Many terms and ingredients in baking recipes can seem mysterious and confusing at first. However, once you understand the basics and how they work, you’ll be baking with confidence in no time. So, let’s dive in and explore some of […]

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Essential Baking Tools for Cookies and Cakes

Discover the essential baking tools for cookies and cakes—scales, mixers, and more to bake like a pro. Baking perfect cookies and cakes requires more than just skill—it starts with the right tools. As someone who’s baked for over 40 years, I’ve learned that quality equipment makes a huge difference. Therefore, […]

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Cookie Baking Tips – Top 5 for Perfect Cookies

Baking cookies is a joy, but getting them just right—crisp edges, chewy centres, or whatever you crave—takes a little know-how. Whether you’re whipping up classics or something like my Spiced Honey Anzac Biscuits these cookie baking tips will level up your game. Here are my top five secrets to perfect cookies […]