How To Bake As A Beginner?

Are you someone who endures the unbearable torture of scrolling through countless Instagram baking posts but cannot bake a single chocolate chip cookie to save your life?

Fear not, my friend! Today, we will learn how to bake as beginners, without any fancy gadgets or baking experience. This sweet journey will be worth your while as you bring joy to your taste buds and empower your inner pastry chef.

Let’s begin!

STEP 1: Gather Your Ingredients

A golden rule of baking is to make sure you have all the necessary ingredients before you start. Read the recipe carefully and list down all the ingredients that you need. If you don’t have everything, make a trip to the store. If you’re a beginner, start with recipes that have fewer ingredients and are easy to follow.

STEP 2: Preheat Your Oven

You don’t want to have to wait for your oven to heat up after you’ve mixed ingredients and are ready to bake. Preheating your oven ahead of time ensures that your goodies cook evenly and come out perfectly every time. Keep your oven heated to the temperature mentioned in the recipe.

STEP 3: Use Measuring Cups and Spoons

Baking is not as forgiving as cooking. Don’t substitute or change the amount of ingredients, as it may affect the quality of your baked goods. Use measuring cups and spoons, and measure precisely.

STEP 4: Get Mixing and Whisking

When mixing, always remember to start with dry ingredients first, followed by liquid. Use a whisk to ensure that your dry ingredients are evenly blended.

STEP 5: Don’t Overbake

The worst feeling is pulling out a tray of cookies or cake, only to find out that they’re burnt to a crisp. To avoid this, keep a close eye on the baking time, and only take your goodies out when they’re done. When in doubt, do a toothpick test to check if they’re ready.

Congratulations, you have taken your first step into a world full of baked goodies!

See? You don’t need years of experience or professional training to bake, just follow these simple tips, and you’ll be well on your way to baking like a pro. Just keep in mind that baking requires patience and practice, so don’t be too hard on yourself if the outcome is not perfect the first time around.

Get creative, experiment with flavors, and always remember to have fun!

Happy baking, everyone!