All posts by Pastry Chef David Benton
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Simple Syrup Soak for Moister Cakes
One way to prevent serving a dry homemade cake and to insure that it is moist to taste...
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Lining Your Pans with Parchment Paper
Whenever I bake cakes, I always place a piece of parchment paper at the bottom of the pan...
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Two Great Baking Powder Tips
Baking powder typically has a long shelf life but over time loses its potency. Most baking powders can...
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Lemon Chess Tart Recipe
You can extend Independence Day from Freedom Friday to a Super Sunday with this lemon chess tart. The...
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Ovens
Tip: Always be sure to position your oven racks so that the one you are baking on is...
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Cake baking + Eggs
Tip: Always use room temperate eggs when baking cakes or cupcakes. Cold eggs will make your cake fall...
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Smoothing out your Buttercream
Tip: Air pockets and lumps have an irritating way of making themselves noticeable when you’re making buttercream in...
