Delectable desserts topped with sweet pastry crumbs called streusel are popular in much of Eastern Europe. The crumbs add an irresistible touch to all sorts of pastries and cakes, from sweet Russian ...

Cookbook author Nancy Baggett might start a cold-rise revolution. Her new book, “Kneadlessly Simple” (Wiley, $29.95), showcases a knead-free technique for making yeast dough that can save home-bakers ...

A cake that won't rise, flat muffins or brioche dough that won't rise... Sound familiar? If so, you're not alone. And often, the culprit hides in a discreet little sachet at the back of the cupboard: ...

Proofing bread dough surrounded by baked loaves, flour, and a rolling pin - Oksana Mizina/Shutterstock It's happened to everyone. You're traipsing around your kitchen, mixing and measuring ingredients ...

Raise your hand if you’ve ever hovered over a bowl of bread dough, waiting for it to rise. Those final hours before baking—the proofing step—can make or break your yeast bread recipes. Underproofed ...