by Fat Daddio's | Mar 18, 2025 | Fat Daddio's, Tips & Techniques
Ever pulled a cake out of the oven only to find a big dome in the center? You are not alone! Cakes dome because the edges set too quickly while the middle keeps rising. But do not worry… there are simple tricks to ensure a perfectly even bake every time. We will... 
by Fat Daddio's | Mar 17, 2025 | Fat Daddio's, Tips & Techniques
There is something almost magical about watching a cake rise in the oven. One moment, it is a smooth batter, and the next, it is transformed into a golden, airy masterpiece. But this is not magic… it is science! The rise of a cake is the result of multiple... 
by Fat Daddio's | Feb 21, 2025 | Tips & Techniques
Yeast is a single-celled living fungus that plays a crucial role in bread-making. It naturally exists in many environments and comes in various strains. In baking, yeast acts as a leavening agent helping dough rise by producing carbon dioxide (CO₂) and alcohol through... 
by Fat Daddio's | Feb 21, 2025 | Fat Daddio's, Tips & Techniques
Understanding the differences between lean doughs and rich doughs is essential for bakers of all levels. Here’s a breakdown: Lean Doughs Contain few ingredients: usually just flour, water, salt, and yeast. Have little to no fat (but sometimes a small amount of... 
by Fat Daddio's | Feb 20, 2025 | Tips & Techniques
Problem: Air pockets throughout a muffin. Solution: The Muffin Method. What is ‘tunneling’? Those little air pockets that occur in your muffins and sweet breads come from a condition called tunneling. Basically what happens is, when muffin batter is... 