Learn how to perform a windowpane test when you're making bread here! If you've somehow found this post and don't know what a windowpane test is or maybe you just heard the word before but didn't understand its significance, let me explain. A windowpane test is when you take a piece of your dough and gently stretch it between your fingers to the point that you can see light shining through it. This is where it gets the windowpane name. The reason we perform a windowpane test is to see if our bread has developed enough gluten through mixing. The windowpane test is especially helpful if you are ..read more

Everyone loves orange desserts and Orange Creamsicle cake is a wonderful addition to all your summer parties! A vanilla orange cake that is bursting with orange flavor and topped with a fluffy mascarpone or whipped cream frosting that no one will be able to resist. The flavor combination of tart orange sherbet and creamy vanilla ice cream is classic and so nostalgic! A combination of tart, sweet, and tangy flavors creates the perfect balance. The ingredients in this cake recreate that childhood memory in a cake that won't melt in your hand! It is the perfect summer dessert.  [feast_advanc ..read more

This coffee crumb cake is so moist and buttery with a swirl of cinnamon inside, huge crumbs on top, and a generous drizzle of cream cheese espresso glaze! It's truly the perfect breakfast and only takes minutes to make. You can bake it ahead and have it ready for gatherings or have a slice every morning with your coffee. No one said you had to share! This delicious cake is a mashup of the New York crumb cake and a classic coffee cake. The perfect complement to any cup of coffee or tea.  [feast_advanced_jump_to] Ingredients Sour Cream adds moisture to the coffee cake and can also be substi ..read more

This blackberry cake recipe is made with swirls of blackberry puree, whole blackberries, and blackberry buttercream! Add a hint of lime to bring out the fresh flavor. What makes this cake extra special is the boost of lime flavor! Using lime zest in your recipe will get a more concentrated flavor, resulting in a cake that's packed with bold summer flavors you will love!  If you're familiar with my fresh strawberry cake recipe then this will be very similar. Table of contents Special Ingredients Step-by-step Instructions Making Blackberry Puree Making Blackberry Cake Making Bl ..read more

This lemon pound cake recipe is absolutely divine! A super moist and tender crumb with a dash of lemon and a delicious buttermilk glaze. It's so easy to bake up for last-minute guests or bring to a special occasion. If you're looking for a super moist and lemony pound cake with a velvet smooth crumb, this is the one for you. I've had my fair share of dry pound cake so when I was testing recipes, super moist was my #1 goal without losing that classic pound cake denseness and texture. Truthfully though, the real star of this lemon pound cake is the tart lemon glaze made with buttermilk. It's th ..read more

Olive oil cake is the perfect dessert if you're craving something sweet but don't have a lot of time. It's a simple cake made by whipping eggs and sugar with olive oil and flavorings and then adding a flour mixture with buttermilk powder as the secret, tangy ingredient. If this is your first time making olive oil cake, prepare yourself for a cake that's not too sweet and has a hint of olive oil flavor. The bright and fresh lemon flavor really comes through, and the powdered sugar on top gives just a hint of sweetness.  Olive Oil Cake Ingredients Olive oil is obviously key to an olive oil ..read more

This Angel food cake is insanely soft and fluffy and melts in your mouth. It has a light marshmallowy flavor that will have you eating more than one slice! Top it with some stabilized whipped cream and fresh berries for a new favorite recipe. Not all cakes need butter to be delicious! It’s bright white on the inside with a golden brown crumb around the exterior. This tall, tender, and timeless cake has a cloud-like crumb and light flavor, the perfect cake for fresh fruit. Making this cake at home is easy and you’ll love the result, perfect for snacking or an amazing dessert. Table of contents ..read more

This red, white, and blue cake is the perfect cake to celebrate the Fourth of July or memorial day. Sandwich a red cake and a blue cake together with vanilla ice cream and top it all off with stabilized whipped cream. When you slice into it, it's so fun to see the red, white, and blue stripes appear! Ever since I made my Oreo ice cream cake, I've been obsessed with making more and more ice cream cakes! They are SO easy and fun! If you don't want to make an ice cream cake though, just divide the batter into 3 bowls when coloring them and leave one white layer for the center. PRO TIP  ..read more

This strawberry shortcake cake recipe is 4 layers of moist vanilla cake with homemade whipped cream and fresh berries. Make the cake from scratch or doctor up a cake mix if you're looking for an easy version. Super light, summery, and the perfect cake to bring to a birthday party, BBQ, or picnic.    Typically, "shortcake" refers to a tender flaky biscuit but I wanted to transform the traditional strawberry shortcake into an actual layer cake while still staying true to those very distinct flavors. I had TWO slices of this cake after the photographs were done because it's SO good!&nb ..read more

This silky-smooth chocolate fudge frosting will remind you of that classic canned frosting but without any of the preservatives. It’s the perfect indulgent chocolate frosting to keep on hand for your favorite cake. It pairs perfectly with a deep chocolate cake, a classic yellow layer cake, or any of your favorite treats! Homemade fluffy chocolate fudge frosting is super simple to make using staple ingredients you probably have in your pantry. Two kinds of chocolate and butter make this super rich and easy to spread. I much prefer it over a tub of store-bought frosting, and you can whip it up i ..read more