Explore flavor, origin, and the science of taste—just in time for summer curriculum planning! We’re excited to introduce a flavorful new resource just in time for summer planning sessions—a sensory-based lesson plan all about vanilla, developed in collaboration with our member, Rodelle Vanilla. As one of the world’s most beloved and widely used flavorings, vanilla […]
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Strawberries and Rhubarb Just Go Together!
Rhubarb— A Tangy-Sweet Traditional Ingredient Worth Baking Into Spring There’s something magical about the combination of strawberries and rhubarb. The vibrant red fruit and the tart, celery-like stalk create a symphony of flavor — bright, tangy, and just sweet enough. As soon as rhubarb starts showing up at farmers markets and grocery stores, bakers know: […]
Sweeten Your Mother’s Day Lessons with These Baking Tips!
Mother’s Day is just around the corner, and it’s the perfect opportunity to bring heartwarming, hands-on baking activities into your classroom or community program. Here are a few fun and meaningful tips to inspire your lessons this week: Bake with a Purpose: Encourage students to create a homemade treat for a maternal figure in their […]
Baking for a Better Planet: Celebrate Earth Day in the Kitchen
Every year on April 22, millions of people around the world celebrate Earth Day, a time to reflect on how our everyday choices impact the planet. For baking educators and family and consumer science (FCS) teachers, Earth Day offers a perfect opportunity to connect baking with sustainability, conservation, and mindful living. Baking may not be […]
Create a Waffle Board: A Fun and Engaging Baking Lesson for Your Students
Looking for a hands-on, interactive way to teach your students about baking, ingredient functions, and food presentation? A buttermilk waffle board is the perfect activity to engage students while reinforcing essential kitchen skills. Thanks to our member, Rodelle, we have a fantastic waffle board recipe that can be easily incorporated into your Family and Consumer […]
Learn How You Can Participate in Bake and Take Month
Spring is in the air, and so is the smell of freshly baked treats delivered by home bakers taking part in Bake and Take Month this March. Home Baking Association member Kansas Wheat encourages all to join in this tradition as a way to reconnect with others. “The long-standing tradition of Bake and Take Month […]
Let’s Celebrate Agriculture and the Farmers Who Feed Our Nation
National Agriculture Day, celebrated on March 18th is a time to recognize the incredible contributions of farmers, ranchers, and agricultural workers who provide the essential ingredients that fuel our kitchens and nourish our communities. From the grains that become our bread to the fruits that sweeten our desserts, agriculture is the foundation of everything we […]
Kansas Educators Gather for Inspiring Bake to Give Workshops at FCS Conference
Family and consumer sciences (FCS) educators from across Kansas came together in Wichita today for two hands-on Bake to Give workshops at the United Associations FCS Conference. With over 125 extension agents, classroom teachers, and university faculty in attendance, 62 enthusiastic educators joined Sharon Davis, HBA FCS Baking Educator, to explore the power of 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 […]
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 […]
