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Baked gluten-free muffins with various flours.
07/08/2025
GLUTEN-FREE

The Best Gluten-Free Flours for Muffins

So, we're all about those big, fluffy gluten-free muffins, right? But figuring out which flour blend will give you the best results can be a real head-scratcher. We decided to put a few popular gluten-free flour blends to the test with our go-to muffin recipe. We wanted to see what gluten-free flour is best for muffins, and how each one would stack up. We looked at everything – texture, taste, and how much liquid they needed. We're sharing all our findings to help you pick the perfect blend for

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What You Can Use Instead of Eggs in Chocolate Cake
04/10/2025
CAKES & PASTRIES

What You Can Use Instead of Eggs in Chocolate Cake

Understanding the Role of Eggs Okay, so eggs do a lot in baking. They bind ingredients, add moisture, and help with the overall structure of the cake. Think of them as the glue that holds everything together. When we're talking about chocolate cake, eggs contribute to that rich, moist texture we all crave. So, when we're looking at egg alternatives, we need to find something that can mimic these key functions. Applesauce as a Replacement Applesauce is one of our favorite egg replacements, e

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