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    Home > Baking Information

    Published: Jun 7, 2019 by Helen S Fletcher · This post may contain affiliate links · 8 Comments

    How to be a Better Baker

    How to be a Better BakerBecoming a better baker depends upon understanding the ingredients that go into baking.  On my blog, I have a Baking Information tab on the navigation bar that has loads of information to help you become that better baker.

    Each of these posts goes into in-depth discussions of its particular topic to help you understand their importance.

    There are many more topics in the  Baking Information section and I will be featuring some of them in later blogs.  In the meantime, I hope some of these will interest you and help you become that better baker.

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    Baking gets better when you subscribe to receive this PDF on getting the most out of baking including information on equipment, ingredients and baking equipment.

    • All Salt is Not Created Equal When Baking– some salts are saltier than others, where to use which and why.
    • Baking Powder vs. Baking Soda, Where and When to Use Which– these two can be confusing.  This post tells you the difference between them.
    • Cocoa Fundamentals Natural vs. Dutched– learn the difference between natural, Dutch and black cocoa powders.
    • Flavorings as Used in Baking and Pastry– there are a surprising number of ways to flavor baked goods besides extracts.  This article discusses them.
    • Flour As Used in Baking– using the correct flour makes all the difference to your baked goods.
    • Thickeners As Used in Baking and Pastry– there are a number of thickeners available. Some are stronger, some are clear.
    • Understanding Gelatin– A discussion of powdered and leaf or sheet gelatin
    • Vanilla– why I use pure vanilla for only a few things and what I use instead when I use vanilla extract.
    • The Frustrating Facts about Measuring Flour– Correctly measuring flour is crucial to the outcome of a recipe
    • The World of Cinnamon– Learn about the different types and strengths of cinnamon.
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      Sugar - The Sweetest Part of Baking

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    1. Dauhn says

      June 07, 2019 at 2:39 pm

      I just absolutely LOVE this article on "How to be a Better Baker." It is my dream to be the best baker possible ( even though my granddaughter will tell you that I am :) ! ) I love using the best ingredients possible and having what I made just make those I have baked for HAPPY.

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      • hfletcher says

        June 07, 2019 at 4:24 pm

        Hi Dauhn, so happy you are enjoying it. I love baking because there is always something new to learn. I agree that sharing makes people happy.

        Reply
    2. Janet C B Woodward says

      June 07, 2019 at 11:55 am

      Always good to read Helens wisdom. Waves to you all from Bridlington in Yorkshire, England.

      Reply
      • hfletcher says

        June 07, 2019 at 12:58 pm

        And back to you Janet, my friend. Hope all is great in Yorkshire!

        Reply
    3. Marilyn says

      June 07, 2019 at 9:03 am

      Helen,
      The information on you site is so valuable. You answer all my baking questions and I learn so much every time I open the email. The recipes are always amazing. Thank you so much, you are a great teacher!
      Marilyn

      Reply
      • hfletcher says

        June 07, 2019 at 10:16 am

        Thank you, Marilyn, for your kind comments. So glad I can help - it's what I most like doing.

        Reply
    4. sallybr says

      June 07, 2019 at 6:31 am

      this is pure gold! thank you!

      Reply
      • hfletcher says

        June 07, 2019 at 10:17 am

        Hi Sally - you're very welcome. Glad to help.

        Reply

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