Gummy Bread – How to Fix and Prevent

Gummy Bread

Gummy bread is a very common problem among new bakers that are just starting to make their own bread at home. And it can be a very frustrating one, since it’s impossible to tell until it’s out of the oven, at which point you were most likely thrilled by the way your bread looked and … Read more

Why Did My Banana Bread Sink? (+How to Fix)

Why Did My Banana Bread Sink?

In recent years the popularity of banana bread has skyrocketed, with more people than ever trying to create the tastiest and fluffiest banana bread possible. However, many new home bakers end up disappointed when they take out their amazing looking banana bread out of the oven, only for it to collapse immediately.. So why is … Read more

Why Did My Focaccia Not Rise? (+What to Do)

Why Did My Focaccia Not Rise

One of the most annoying things that can happen is leaving your focaccia dough to rise, coming back to it after 2 hours, and seeing that it hasn’t risen one bit. And all of this time you were thinking about the amazing focaccia that you were going to eat. So why did this happen? The … Read more

Why Is My Banana Bread So Dense? (+How to Fix)

Why Is My Banana Bread So Dense

In recent years the popularity of banana bread has skyrocketed, with more people than ever trying to create the tastiest and fluffiest banana bread possible. However, many new home bakers end up disappointed by their dense bread. So why is that happening, and is there anything you can do to fix it? Dense banana bread … Read more

6 Reasons Why Your Bread Pudding Is Dry (+How to Fix)

Reasons Why Your Bread Pudding Is Dry

Bread pudding is a classic dessert that’s easy to make and always delicious. But, there’s nothing worse than taking a bite of a dry and unappetizing bread pudding. If you’ve ever experienced this disappointing dessert, you know that it can be a frustrating experience. But, fear not! In this article, we’ll discuss six reasons why … Read more

12 Proofing Basket Alternatives (That You Have In Your Home)

Proofing Basket Alternatives

Bread making is an art that requires patience, skill, and the right tools. One such tool that is essential to the bread making process is a proofing basket, also known as a banneton. But is it really that necessary, can’t we simply replace it with something else? The 12 Best Alternatives for a Proofing Basket … Read more

7 Reasons Why Your Bread Smells Like Vinegar (+How to Fix)

Reasons Why Your Bread Smells Like Vinegar

Few things are more disappointing than taking a fresh loaf of bread out of the oven only to be hit with the smell of vinegar. A vinegary smell can make your bread taste sour and unappetizing, and it can be frustrating if you’re not sure what’s causing it. Fortunately, there are several reasons why your … Read more