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Why Do We Bake and Cook?
Inspiration in baking and cooking.

The Bendy Baker
Aug 4, 20242 min read
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The Classic Charm of Chocolate Chip Cookies, Revisited
This updated classic chocolate chip cookie is perfect for gluten-free bakers using a few techniques to up the flavor and texture.

The Bendy Baker
Jul 5, 20242 min read
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Tastes of Childhood: Oatmeal Marshmallow Cake
Gluten free oatmeal cake with marshmallow icing.

The Bendy Baker
Jun 23, 20241 min read
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Peach Pie; Because, Summer
Simple and delicious gluten free fresh peach pie with crumb topping

The Bendy Baker
Jun 6, 20241 min read
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Peanut Butter Allergy Bending
Tahini makes a superb substitute in baked goods for people who can't eat peanut butter or other nut/seed butters.

The Bendy Baker
Jun 3, 20241 min read
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Creamsicle Cupcakes
Creamsicle Cupcakes have smooth orange curd filling inside a delicious vanilla cupcake and are topped with whipped, light meringue icing.

The Bendy Baker
May 16, 20242 min read
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Flowers in Gluten-Free Shortbread?
This recipe starts with my favorite gluten-free shortbread dough and takes it to another level, by adding some unexpected flavors.

The Bendy Baker
Apr 24, 20241 min read
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Shoofly Pie, Anyone?
Pennsylvania Dutch Shoofly Pie

The Bendy Baker
Apr 22, 20242 min read
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It's Nice To Be Noticed!
I'm happy to say that The Bendy Baker has been acknowledge in the top 100 established and up-and-coming baking blogs by ...

The Bendy Baker
Apr 19, 20241 min read
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Creamy Coconut Custard Pie
Creamy coconut pie simply is one of my favorites.

The Bendy Baker
Apr 13, 20241 min read
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Do Pies Evolve?
The short answer is, 'yes'. We've come a long way from the early days to today. A Brief Pie History of Pies: Pie making can be traced...

The Bendy Baker
Apr 10, 20242 min read
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Chill, Everyone!
Let's be honest! Gluten and dairy-free baked goods often don't "bring it" when it comes to texture. I think this is one of the biggest...

The Bendy Baker
Apr 1, 20243 min read
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Olive Oil Cake with Citrus and Spice
I love olive oil and use it in many ways in cooking and baking. It's high in healthy antioxidants, monounsaturated fatty acids and is...

The Bendy Baker
Mar 23, 20242 min read
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Blondies Are Amazing
I've been hunting for a blondie recipe that has that perfectly chewy texture reminiscent of a great brownie, but can be enjoyed by people...

The Bendy Baker
Mar 20, 20241 min read
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Divide Batter Evenly: Sure, How?
If you've ever seen this direction in a recipe and wondered how to pull this off, you're not alone. This broader challenge isn't unique...

The Bendy Baker
Mar 12, 20242 min read
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Mise En Place
As you learn more about me and my approach to baking you will notice I don't shy away from complexity. I find that understanding...

The Bendy Baker
Mar 2, 20242 min read
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Buttah, Buttah and More Buttah
Okay, this post is broader than just butter and includes other types of dairy commonly used in baking. I say often that my drive to learn...

The Bendy Baker
Mar 1, 20242 min read
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Acids Are Important
Although I tend to think a lot about substitutions driven by my own food allergies and sensitivities, I also have learned a great deal in...

The Bendy Baker
Mar 1, 20241 min read
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Anodized Aluminum Bakeware
I particularly love tools that I consider to be at a really good price point AND they perform well without much fuss. One such set of...

The Bendy Baker
Mar 1, 20241 min read
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Pie Dishes Matter
Over the years I've used many different materials and styles of bakeware for my pies. Pies also happen to be one of my most favorite...

The Bendy Baker
Mar 1, 20242 min read
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