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  • Ingredients & Baking Science

Why Chilled Dough Sometimes Bakes Up Better and Sometimes Worse

effects of dough chilling
A deeper understanding of how chilling affects dough can help you achieve perfect cookies every time, but the reasons behind inconsistent results may surprise you.
  • EpicBaker Team
  • June 15, 2026
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The Hidden Relationship Between Chewiness and Cooling

chewiness affects cooling rate
Just how cooling influences chewiness reveals surprising molecular secrets that can transform your understanding of treat textures forever.
  • EpicBaker Team
  • June 14, 2026
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Deep Frying Donuts: Oil Temperature Recovery Explained

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Baking perfect donuts relies on understanding oil temperature recovery, and mastering this can transform your frying results—discover how to avoid common pitfalls.
  • EpicBaker Team
  • May 29, 2026
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Brix for Syrups: Why Concentration Beats Time

concentration matters more than duration
Catching the true sweetness of your syrups depends on measuring Brix, revealing why concentration outperforms time—discover the secret to perfect consistency.
  • EpicBaker Team
  • May 25, 2026
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Gelato vs Ice Cream: Fat and Texture Differences

creamy fat content comparison
Ongoing differences in fat content and texture between gelato and ice cream reveal why their taste and feel vary—discover what makes each unique.
  • EpicBaker Team
  • May 15, 2026
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Overrun Explained: Air’s Role in Texture

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Keen to perfect your ice cream or foam texture? Discover how overrun and air influence your final product’s lightness and consistency.
  • EpicBaker Team
  • May 12, 2026
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Custard Base Science: Why Egg Yolks Make Ice Cream Creamy

egg yolks enhance creaminess
Keen to discover how egg yolks transform ice cream into a creamy delight? Unlock the science behind their magic and perfect your frozen treats.
  • EpicBaker Team
  • May 12, 2026
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Freeze-Dried Ingredients in Baking: Why They Boost Flavor

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Theatrically preserved for maximum flavor, freeze-dried ingredients in baking offer unparalleled taste, but uncovering their full potential requires understanding…
  • EpicBaker Team
  • May 9, 2026
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How to Make Fruit Powders That Don’t Clump

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Learn how to make fruit powders that stay smooth and free-flowing by following simple steps to prevent clumping and ensure freshness.
  • EpicBaker Team
  • May 7, 2026
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Humidity and Crust: Why Cold Air Makes Bread Go Stale Faster

cold air speeds bread staling
Discover how cold, dry air accelerates bread staling by drawing moisture away, and learn strategies to preserve freshness longer.
  • EpicBaker Team
  • May 5, 2026
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Homemade Gelato Shopping Checklist 2026
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Homemade Gelato Shopping Checklist 2026

This checklist is for home bakers who want to make homemade gelato…
  • EpicBaker Team
  • October 4, 2026
The Best Things To Buy At HomeGoods, According To Designers
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The Best Things To Buy At HomeGoods, According To Designers

Good Housekeeping asked interior designers which HomeGoods finds they recommend,…
  • EpicBaker Team
  • October 4, 2026
15 Best Halloween Cake Pop Supplies in 2027
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15 Best Halloween Cake Pop Supplies in 2027

Discover the top Halloween cake pop supplies of 2027. Find the best molds, sticks,…
  • EpicBaker Team
  • October 4, 2026
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Oatmeal Muffins

The Kitchn’s oatmeal muffin recipe makes 12 muffins, using soaked rolled oats, brown…
  • EpicBaker Team
  • October 4, 2026
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