Baking Techniques

Discover how a hot knife makes perfect cake slices every time: how warmth prevents sticking and crumbling, plus heating methods, knife choices, and safety tips.

Discover the cold-bowl trick for perfect whipped cream: why chilled bowls and whisks stabilise fat, trap finer bubbles, and deliver higher, silkier peaks at home.

Discover how a crisp breadcrumb topping transforms casseroles, adding crunch, flavour, and balance to soft fillings, with tips on crumbs, fats, and timing.

Discover how a salt-water soak and pre-boil create ultra-crisp roast potatoes with fluffy centres: science, ideal salt ratios, timings, and pro tips.

Discover how the frozen-butter method transforms pastry: why solid fat and steam create flaky layers, step-by-step tips, ideal temps, and troubleshooting.