The best way to start making homemade sweets? Follow these basic instructions and tips. Credit...Photographs by Joseph De Leo For The New York Times. Food Stylist: Monica Pierini. Supported by By ...

“Hands-down the best pound cake I’ve ever had!” That’s what our cross-tester had to say after they baked this recipe just once. I couldn’t agree more. This sour cream pound cake has the best texture — ...

Some days just call for cake—no special occasion needed. Whether you're craving something rich and chocolatey or light and fruity, these recipes keep things simple without skimping on flavor. No fancy ...

Bettina Makalintal is a senior reporter at Eater.com, covering restaurant trends, home cooking advice, and all the food you can’t escape on your TikTok FYP. Previously, she worked for Bon Appétit and ...

Anna Theoktisto is a recipe tester and developer. Anna has been working in People Inc. test kitchens since 2017, and her recipes and writing have appeared in over 10 nationally distributed print ...