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Cheesecake S.O.S. - Common Cheesecake Fails and How to Fix Them

Cheesecake S.O.S. - Common Cheesecake Fails and How to Fix Them

Cheesecakes, cheesecakes, cheesecakes - they seem so simple and yet they’re deceptively difficult to master. If you’re suffering from a case of sinking filling or collapsing crust, don’t worry, you’re in the right place! Without further ado we present our Cheesecake S.O.S., what to do when things just didn’t go quite to plan. 1. My cheesecake is over-baked or cracked. Why? I thought you could skip the bain-marie stage. Think again! If this is indeed you, ensure to use a bain-marie, as it helps the cheesecake bake evenly, avoiding the dreaded crispy edges and undercooked middle. And if you’re thinking,...

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Brownie S.O.S. - Common Brownie Fails And How To Fix Them

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Brownie S.O.S. - Common Brownie Fails And How To Fix Them

We’ve all tried our fair share of not-up-to-scratch brownies, but when you invest time and money into baking your own, it can be frustrating when they let you down or don't go according to plan. As a professional baker, I can assure you that it probably isn't your fault - baking is a science, and a large number of factors play into your baking process to give you picture-perfect results. The recipe writing, equipment used, the ambient temperature, the oven temperature, the specific ingredients used - it's a minefield! Below, we share our brownie troubleshooting guide for the most common brownie fails - what to do when...

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