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Baker’s Spotlight: Dr Carol Erwin

Baker’s Spotlight: Dr Carol Erwin

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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Dr. Erwin’s Top Baking Tips: Wisdom from A Lifelong Baker

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 […]

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A Sweet Tradition: Dr. Erwin’s Molasses Crisps Recipe

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 […]

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Packaging Your Baked Goods As Gifts

Packaging Your Baked Goods As Gifts

The most memorable gifts tend to be the ones lovingly made with our own two hands. Scratch-made cookies are the perfect gift–not only are they delicious but they show the people you love just how much you care. Thoughtful gifts deserve equally thoughtful packaging. Placing your cookies in the perfect vessel will make loved ones’ […]

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Mise en Place: The Secret to Baking Success

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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Honoring the Legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. Through Baking

Honoring the Legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. Through Baking

Each year, we celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a man whose tireless efforts for justice, equality, and peace have shaped the world for generations to come. As we reflect on his vision, it’s vital to think about how we can pass his message on to the next generation—and one […]

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Elevating Baking Education: A Groundbreaking Partnership for 2025

Elevating Baking Education: A Groundbreaking Partnership for 2025

The Home Baking Association is excited to announce a transformative collaboration with the American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences (AAFCS) to revolutionize baking education and foster the next generation of skilled bakers. This partnership is set to create a dynamic community of certified baking educators and establish a school-to-industry pipeline to meet the increasing […]

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Celebrating Christine Hà on World Braille Day: A Culinary Inspiration

Celebrating Christine Hà on World Braille Day: A Culinary Inspiration

On January 4th, we recognize World Braille Day, honoring the importance of Braille as a vital tool for independence and inclusion for individuals with visual impairments. It’s also a perfect occasion to celebrate the achievements of Christine Hà, the first blind winner of MasterChef and an inspiring advocate for accessible kitchens. Christine Hà, often known […]

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A Sweet Start to the New Year

A Sweet Start to the New Year

As we step into 2025 with optimism and excitement, the Home Baking Association extends warm wishes for a year filled with creativity, connection, and, of course, the irresistible aroma of fresh-baked goods. We are honored to reflect on the incredible milestones that have shaped our journey over the last 102 years, while looking forward to […]

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From Classroom to Kitchen: Empowering Educators to Inspire Future Bakers

From Classroom to Kitchen: Empowering Educators to Inspire Future Bakers

Family and Consumer Science (FCS) educators from across Nebraska gathered with enthusiasm at Wayne State College’s Family & Consumer Science labs last week, ready to roll up their sleeves for a day filled with inspiration and practical learning. Armed with aprons and a shared passion for baking education, these educators took part in a hands-on […]

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