As we embrace Bake for Family Fun Month, we’re thrilled to shine our Baker’s Spotlight on Dr. Carol Erwin, a professor who trains future Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) teachers. Dr. Erwin’s journey is one of inspiration, filled with rich memories, a love for baking, and a passion for teaching life skills. Her story highlights […]
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Nankhatai: Traditional Indian Shortbread Cookies
Nankhatai is a popular Indian cookie that is light, buttery, and mildly sweet. With a soft, crumbly texture and a rich, melt-in-your-mouth flavor, Nankhatai has earned its place as a...

Pooh’s Sweet Milk and Honey Cookies
These delightful cookies are inspired by Winnie the Pooh’s love for honey and simple, comforting treats. Each soft and tender cookie is made with a splash of sweetened condensed milk,...

Southern Biscuit Formula L Christmas Tree
This holiday season, bring creativity and tradition to your table with the Southern Biscuit Formula L Christmas Tree recipe. Perfectly flaky biscuits come together to form a stunning edible centerpiece...

Sugar Skull Sugar Cookies
Sugar Skull Sugar Cookies are a delightful and festive treat that brings a touch of whimsy and color to any celebration! Inspired by the vibrant and intricate designs of traditional...
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Baker’s Spotlight: Dr Carol Erwin

Dr. Erwin’s Top Baking Tips: Wisdom from A Lifelong Baker
Looking to elevate your baking game? Dr. Erwin, a seasoned baker and Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) educator, shares her tried-and-true baking tips to help you achieve delicious success in the kitchen. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned pro, these insights are sure to inspire confidence and precision in your baking. 1. Follow the […]

A Sweet Tradition: Dr. Erwin’s Molasses Crisps Recipe
Some recipes are more than just instructions—they’re heirlooms, stories, and connections between generations. Dr. Carol Erwin’s Molasses Crisps are exactly that: a family favorite that’s as rich in history as it is in flavor. Dr. Erwin fondly recalls making Molasses Crisps as a child, following a recipe passed down from her grandmother to her mother […]

Mise en Place: The Secret to Baking Success
Whether it’s your first time baking or your thousandth, you never lose when you practice mise en place (meez-on-plahss). Mise en place—a French term meaning “everything in its place”—is the practice of preparing and organizing all ingredients and tools before beginning a recipe. It ensures a smooth baking process and prevents common mishaps like missing […]
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