Creaming method

The creaming method for cookies is the most common mixing method for making chocolate chip cookies, and many other varieties of cookies. This method gets its name due to the process of creaming butter and sugar

There are so many ways to mix up cake batter. Maybe you've always wondered why the many methods; maybe you never thought about it until now. But each technique is based on specific ingredients, and results in a different final product: from a light as air cake, to one that's sturdy enough to hold up in wedding tiers. Common ways you might see cake mixing methods written in a recipe: "Cream the butter and sugar together." "Combine dry ingredients. Add butter and mix until it resembles sand."…

Using the creaming method in your cakes, quick breads and cookies helps them turn out lighter, smoother and richer. It's an extra step, but it's worth it.

The reverse-creaming method is almost impossible to mess up—and it makes sure that you'll end up with a light, fluffy cake.

Ever heard of the Reverse Creaming Method? Summer Stone explores this baking technique and compares it to traditional creaming methods. A Baking Science experiment on TheCakeBlog.com.

Learn what "the creaming method" is, how it's used in recipes like cookies and cakes, and some tips and tricks for success!

The only Vanilla Butter Cake recipe you'll need. Mixing technique makes a big difference for cake batter. Learn the best way to get a light & tender cake.

Ever heard of reverse creaming? Learn about this cake batter mixing technique and how to improve your cakes.

A side by side comparison of different sugars and sweeteners and how they affect a cake recipe. A baking science experiment by Summer Stone for TheCakeBlog.com.

This baking basics post will take you through the 5 main cake making methods, and point you towards some recipes to help develop your skills!