Sourdough Baking Guide
A practical guide to starter care, fermentation, timing, troubleshooting, and sourdough recipes—written for home bakers.
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Seasonal favorites and reader-loved recipes, curated for every baker.
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Orange Macarons
Orange macarons flavored with fresh citrus zest and filled with orange buttercream are bright, balanced, and not overly sweet. A small dollop of homemade orange curd in the center of the filling adds depth, tang, and a contrasting texture that makes these macarons especially satisfying. How These Orange Macarons Get Their Flavor These macarons are…
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Applesauce Oatmeal Muffins
Applesauce and rolled oats add flavor, moisture, and structure to these muffins. A chunky brown sugar–oat topping adds texture and just enough sweetness. You’ll Love This Easy Recipe This recipe is easy to make using the muffin method—a simple mixing technique that relies on pantry staples and minimal handling of the batter. With the muffin…
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