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Whether you’re making a birthday cake, loaf of bread, or a batch of cookies, most of the ingredients are the same. Let’s focus on a basic cake as an example. Take a look at this list of ingredients, along with some healthier alternatives. You can substitute any in equal measure. Flours: Flour is like a foundation, holding all the ingredients together. Not all flours are the same; some are just for bread while others are good for cake. Almond, oat, and teff flour are healthier alternatives. Leavening Agents: Leavening agents make treats light and fluffy. The most common ones are baking powder, baking soda, and yeast. None of these are really unhealthy, but yeast is the most natural. Fats: Butter, oil, shortening, and margarine bring good texture and strong flavor. You can substitute these with avocado oil, canola oil, and more. Sweeteners: There’s a reason we all love sugar, but there are healthier options out there. Honey and maple syrup are some of the more natural options. You’ll also need water, milk, eggs, and something for flavor. The list never ends, but knowing what alternatives are available will help you be creative later on 💪

It’s only easy to follow a recipe if you understand what it’s asking you to do. To make a cake, you may need to: Beat: Stir quickly. This is usually used to talk about wet ingredients. Blend: Stir the ingredients together. Fold: Gently mix two items together, careful not to knock out any air. Mix: Combine ingredients in the same bowl. Whip: Beating with a whisk. You’ll pick it up as you go. If you’re ready to add more words to your baking vocabulary, grab a nearby cookbook and read through the directions. Look up any terms you don’t know.

As the saying goes, we eat with our eyes, and making your cake look tasty is just as fun as the baking itself. Check out different tools online or at your local baking store. Play around with different icings and chocolate molds, and invest in piping tips to make stars, flowers, and other shapes. When decorating, remember: If you’re using icing, wait for the treats to cool. Use fresh fruit for a healthier decoration. Sometimes less is more. Too much decoration can hide the taste. Try new things! Your designs will get better with practice. Have fun, and get baking!