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Why I’m Officially Done With Measuring Cups (And You Should Be Too)

Why I’m Officially Done With Measuring Cups (And You Should Be Too)

I'm going on the record: your measuring cups are the reason your cakes are dry and your cookies are rocks. Here's why you need to ditch the volume and start weighing your ingredients.

Emma ChenEmma ChenFebruary 21, 2026
Is It Ready Yet? How to Tell if Your Bread is Perfectly Proofed

Is It Ready Yet? How to Tell if Your Bread is Perfectly Proofed

Stop guessing and start baking better bread. Here is how to master the 'finger poke test' and other foolproof ways to tell when your dough is perfectly proofed.

Emma ChenEmma ChenFebruary 21, 2026

The Viral "Dubai" Chocolate Bar: Why You Need That Pistachio Crunch in Your Life

The viral Dubai Chocolate Bar isn't just a trend—it's a texture masterpiece. Here's how to nail the pistachio kataifi crunch at home without the professional price tag.

Emma ChenEmma ChenFebruary 21, 2026

Popo's Chinese Almond Cookies (The Recipe She Never Wrote Down)

My grandmother's Chinese almond cookie recipe—sandy, crumbly, intensely almond-y. Tested and measured so you can make your own luck for Chinese New Year.

Emma ChenEmma ChenFebruary 13, 2026
Brown Butter Sourdough Discard Brownies (The Fudgiest You'll Ever Make)

Brown Butter Sourdough Discard Brownies (The Fudgiest You'll Ever Make)

Stop throwing away your sourdough discard. These brownies use 200g of discard and brown butter for the fudgiest, shiniest, most complex brownies you'll ever bake. I've tested this 6 times—here's the foolproof recipe.

Emma ChenEmma ChenFebruary 12, 2026
The Chocolate Babka That Almost Broke Me (But Was So Worth It)

The Chocolate Babka That Almost Broke Me (But Was So Worth It)

I'm not going to lie — this babka took me 5 attempts to get right. The dough is enriched, the filling is decadent, and the final product looks like it came from a NYC bakery. Challenge accepted.

Emma ChenEmma ChenFebruary 11, 2026
Cardamom Sugar Doughnuts (Baked, Not Fried, Still Incredible)

Cardamom Sugar Doughnuts (Baked, Not Fried, Still Incredible)

All the warmth of a cardamom-spiced doughnut without heating up a pot of oil. Tender, fragrant, rolled in cardamom sugar. They disappear in minutes.

Emma ChenEmma ChenFebruary 11, 2026
Lemon Olive Oil Cake (The One That Converts Non-Bakers)

Lemon Olive Oil Cake (The One That Converts Non-Bakers)

This cake requires one bowl, zero decorating skills, and converts even the 'I can't bake' crowd. It's tender, citrusy, and somehow gets BETTER the next day.

Emma ChenEmma ChenFebruary 11, 2026
Pineapple Buns That Taste Like My Childhood

Pineapple Buns That Taste Like My Childhood

Bo lo bao — the iconic Hong Kong bakery bun with a sweet cookie crust that crackles when you bite in. Zero pineapple involved. 100% nostalgia.

Emma ChenEmma ChenFebruary 11, 2026
Miso Caramel Brownies (Trust Me On This)

Miso Caramel Brownies (Trust Me On This)

Fudgy, almost-underbaked brownies topped with a salty-sweet miso caramel that hits every part of your palate. Seven batches to get here. Worth every one.

Emma ChenEmma ChenFebruary 11, 2026
The Only Focaccia Recipe You'll Ever Need (I Promise)

The Only Focaccia Recipe You'll Ever Need (I Promise)

Crispy olive oil crust, pillowy soft inside, dimples full of rosemary and salt. This focaccia is ridiculously easy and takes minimal effort. Your house will smell UNREAL.

Emma ChenEmma ChenFebruary 11, 2026
Matcha White Chocolate Scones (Your New Weekend Ritual)

Matcha White Chocolate Scones (Your New Weekend Ritual)

Earthy matcha + creamy white chocolate + buttery, flaky scone dough. This is the breakfast that makes getting out of bed on Saturday actually worth it.

Emma ChenEmma ChenFebruary 11, 2026