Baking

These personalized cookies are fresher and more fun than the average takeout treat.

Bob’s Red Mill makes a coarse cornmeal that’s perfect for these, but don’t stress if you can’t find it. A finer grind will just have less crunch.

All that sour cream keeps these biscuits super moist and tender—they reheat well, even after sitting out for hours (pop back into 350°F oven for 5 minutes).

Sweet and savory meet with delicious results in this elegant tart.

This bread has a nutty flavor and intense chew; it makes toast that’s a wholesome meal unto itself. To ensure you have fresh bread on time, count back three nights from the day you want to bake.

Coeur à la crème (cream heart) is a classic French dessert traditionally served with strawberries.

This double-decker pie features two stacked flavors in a stunning presentation that is just as celebratory as birthday cake.

Store-bought puff pastry makes these savory "elephant ears" an easy bite-sized appetizer for your next party.

This classic French spiced bread is great for sweet toast in the morning, or it can be sliced thinly and served with pâté for a pretty party appetizer.

Even in its simplicity, there's something about this buttery almond cake that just feels special. Baking it in a pie dish allows for you to serve it straight out of the vessel, whether for breakfast or a mid-afternoon snack, accompanied by nothing but a steaming cup of coffee or tea.