Bake from Scratch

Bake from Scratch is a celebration of all things baking. A seasonal publication from Hoffman Media, this magazine is brimming with stunning photography, easy-to-follow recipes, techniques for creating beautiful, artisan baked goods, and endless inspiration for home bakers.

Bake from Scratch • MAY | JUNE 2026 VOLUME 12 | ISSUE 3

Fast Fixes for a Slow and Steady Summer

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COOKIE OF THE MONTH CLUB

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It’s Time to Bake

FAST-FIX BAKING • Streamlined methods and pantry staples that deliver results in about two hours

MAYONNAISE • A sandwich staple that turns out to be one of baking’s most useful ingredients

BLONDIES • Brownie or cookie … why not both? When it comes down to it, a blondie shares many similarities with both desserts. Comparable in structure and texture to a brownie, with a chewy interior and crackled top, yet boasting a buttery, almost caramel-like taste reminiscent of a cookie, blondies are a classic bar dessert for a reason.

CANNOLI • This Sicilian classic is a master class in texture

FAST-FIX FARM FRESH • Maximize your seasonal bounty with these quick and easy recipes featuring strawberries, carrots, zucchini, and blackberries

5 Ways with TART PANS • Fluted sides encourage caramelization, shallow depth promotes even baking, and a removable base ensures clean release, giving these classics a distinctly architectural edge and visual drama

Baking Fearlessly

THE Power OF THE SINGLE RISE • From cinnamon-sugar pretzels to savory garlic clover rolls, one steady rise is all it takes. A focused fermentation builds gluten, traps air, and deepens flavor—proving that with the right timing, a single rise can deliver breads that are both streamlined and full of depth.

THE WEIGHT OF A GOOD BOOK • From Seattle, Washington, to Paris, France, these cookbook institutions are fighting to keep food knowledge curated, contextual, and deeply human

THE SIMPLE WONDER OF COTTAGE CHEESE • This cost-effective dairy product improves texture while remaining high in protein and low in fat

Small Cakes, BIG FLAVOR • Inspired by the South Korean social media craze of bento cakes, these miniature cakes are the perfect excuse for a celebration

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Weigh to Bake • I consider my greatest contribution to the baking world to be listing weights for all the major ingredients