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
cookbook corner
COOKIE OF THE MONTH CLUB
small batch
bread box
perfect pairing
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
gâteau magique
recipe index
Weigh to Bake • I consider my greatest contribution to the baking world to be listing weights for all the major ingredients