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21 Baking Hacks You Need to Know | Allrecipes

Ever wish baking could be a little easier? In this video, Nicole shares 21 of her favorite baking hacks—simple shortcuts, clever tricks, and time-saving tips that will make homemade cookies, cakes, and pies a lot less stressful this holiday season. These are practical solutions for common baking frustrations, from keeping your hand mixer from making a mess to softening brown sugar and measuring sticky ingredients without the struggle. Nicole walks through each hack step by step, showing how small changes can save time, reduce cleanup, and help you feel more confident in the kitchen. Learn easy ways to roll out cookie dough, make perfectly round cookies, bring eggs and butter to room temperature, and put parchment paper and butter wrappers to work. Whether you're baking for the holidays or just craving something sweet, these tricks will make your next baking project a little easier. Timestamps: 0:00 — 21 Baking Hacks You Need to Know 0:10 — Splatter-Free Mixing with a Paper Plate 0:48 — Make Cupcake Liners with Parchment Paper 1:56 — The Easiest Way to Roll Out Cookie Dough 3:04 — Flour Your Cookie Cutters 3:28 — Make Perfectly Round Cookies 4:16 — Soften Brown Sugar with Bread 4:34 — Measure Sticky Ingredients with Less Mess 5:16 — An Easy Way to Measure Vanilla 5:34 — Test Your Baking Soda and Baking Powder 6:43 — No Buttermilk? No Problem 7:46 — Bring Eggs to Room Temperature 8:15 — Crimp Pie Crust with Your Fingers 8:54 — An Easy Way to Cut Pie Crust 10:00 — Make Mini Pies with Jar Lids 11:36 — Grease a Pan with a Butter Wrapper 12:02 — Use a Butter Wrapper as a Pan Liner 12:51 — Grate Cold Butter 13:52 — Bring Butter to Room Temperature 14:49 — Wet and Crinkle Parchment Paper 15:46 — Cut Perfect Parchment Paper Circles _________ Allrecipes Magazine is now available! U.S. subscribers, subscribe here: http://armagazine.com/subscribenow Canadian subscribers, subscribe here: http://themeredithstore.ca/p-282-allrecipes-subscription.aspx Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Allrecipes Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allrecipes/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/allrecipes/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@allrecipes

10 Kitchen Gadgets You Need to Try (Nicole’s Favorites!) | Allrecipes

Looking for kitchen gadgets you’ll actually use? In this video, Nicole shares 10 of her favorites and demonstrates surprising ways to put them to work for holiday entertaining. From everyday kitchen staples to handy hosting essentials, these picks make prepping, serving, and celebrating a little easier—with clever uses you might not have thought of. Nicole walks through silicone mats, a cutting board set, bundt pan ice molds, a muffin tin, TV trays, plastic wine cups, an electric wine opener, a cake carrier, a collapsible cooler, and a griddle, sharing creative ideas for your next gathering along the way. Whether you’re hosting a holiday dinner, bringing something to a party, or just looking for more ways to use what you already own, Nicole’s favorite gadgets offer plenty of inspiration for entertaining with less fuss. Timestamps: 0:00 — Nicole’s Favorite Kitchen Gadgets 0:12 — Silicone Mats 1:22 — Cutting Board Set 2:05 — Bundt Pan Ice Molds 3:16 — Muffin Tin 3:49 — TV Trays 4:24 — Plastic Wine Cups 5:08 — Electric Wine Opener 5:42 — Cake Carrier 6:23 — Collapsible Cooler 7:07 — Griddle See the products here: Silicone Baking Mat: https://a.co/d/01mpr31K Wooden Cutting Board: https://a.co/d/0jgFg4Yv Nonstick Bundt Cake Pan: https://a.co/d/0c3mLr7A Nonstick Muffin Pan: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B073P4RPFP?ref=fed_asin_title&th=1 TV Tray: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07MDJM5QD?ref=fed_asin_title&th=1 Tritan Glasses: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08989KYPF?ref=fed_asin_title&th=1 Electric Wine Opener: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DK8TJCPH?plpRedirect=mhFallback&ref=clp_hp_h_pc Cooler Bag: https://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Basics-Collapsible-Waterproof-Lightweight/dp/B0BX3HVQSP/ref=ast_sto_dp_puis Cake Carrier: https://a.co/d/04CYv4qk Electric Griddle: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F1F88YM6?ref=fed_asin_title _________ Allrecipes Magazine is now available! U.S. subscribers, subscribe here: http://armagazine.com/subscribenow Canadian subscribers, subscribe here: http://themeredithstore.ca/p-282-allrecipes-subscription.aspx Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Allrecipes Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allrecipes/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/allrecipes/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@allrecipes

"I Mean, It's Perfect"

Turn edamame into an easy, high-protein snack with crispy Parmesan cheese for a savory crunch that’ll keep you coming back for more. _________ Allrecipes Magazine is now available! U.S. subscribers, subscribe here: http://armagazine.com/subscribenow Canadian subscribers, subscribe here: http://themeredithstore.ca/p-282-allrecipes-subscription.aspx Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Allrecipes Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allrecipes/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/allrecipes/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@allrecipes

5 Lazy Dump & Go Dinners for When You’re Too Tired to Cook | Allrecipes

Too tired to cook after a long day? In this video, Nicole shares five lazy one-pan dinners you can make in a 9x13 baking dish — perfect for busy weeknights, hungry families, or anyone craving a comforting homemade meal with minimal effort. From cozy casseroles to a simple "dump and go" dinner, these recipes keep prep and cleanup easy while delivering big flavor. Grab your favorite casserole dish and let the oven do the heavy lifting! Nicole starts with a One-Pan Dumpling Dinner that turns a freezer staple into an easy, satisfying meal. Next up is Chicken Piccata Casserole, bringing the flavors of a restaurant favorite to your trusty 9x13 pan, followed by a Chicken Taco Dump Dinner that makes taco night even easier. She then shares a Lazy Dump Lasagna packed with the classic comfort you love, and finishes with Stick of Butter Smothered Chicken for a rich, cozy dinner. Whether you’re feeding the family or just need a break from complicated recipes, these easy dinners deserve a spot in your weeknight rotation. Timestamps: 0:00 – Lazy 9x13 Pan Dinners 0:11 – One-Pan Dumpling Dinner 3:23 – Chicken Piccata Casserole 6:23 – Chicken Taco Dump Dinner 9:00 – Lazy Dump Lasagna 12:23 – Stick of Butter Smothered Chicken Get the recipes here: One-Pan Dumpling Dinner: https://www.allrecipes.com/one-pan-dumpling-dinner-8774252 Chicken Piccata Casserole: https://www.allrecipes.com/chicken-piccata-casserole-recipe-12207175 Chicken Taco Dump Dinner: https://www.allrecipes.com/chicken-taco-dump-dinner-recipe-8761615 Lazy Dump Lasagna: https://www.allrecipes.com/lazy-dump-lasagna-recipe-12000858 Stick of Butter Smothered Chicken: https://www.allrecipes.com/stick-of-butter-smothered-chicken-recipe-12207162 _________ Allrecipes Magazine is now available! U.S. subscribers, subscribe here: http://armagazine.com/subscribenow Canadian subscribers, subscribe here: http://themeredithstore.ca/p-282-allrecipes-subscription.aspx Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Allrecipes Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allrecipes/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/allrecipes/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@allrecipes

"This Is an A++"

You can cook pasta on a Blackstone, and Allrecipes shows you how with this unexpected twist on pasta night! _________ Allrecipes Magazine is now available! U.S. subscribers, subscribe here: http://armagazine.com/subscribenow Canadian subscribers, subscribe here: http://themeredithstore.ca/p-282-allrecipes-subscription.aspx Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Allrecipes Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allrecipes/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/allrecipes/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@allrecipes

5 Easy Slow Cooker Thanksgiving Sides for a Stress-Free Holiday | Allrecipes

Make Thanksgiving a breeze this year with five easy slow cooker side dishes that free up your oven and simplify your holiday cooking. In this video, Nicole shares comforting Thanksgiving favorites you can make in a Crock-Pot — so you can spend less time juggling dishes and more time with family. From savory dressing to creamy mashed potatoes, these recipes make it easy to bring the classics to your holiday table. We start with Crockpot Cornmeal Dressing, a savory addition to your Thanksgiving spread, followed by Green Bean Casserole, an essential holiday favorite. Next, Nicole shows how to make Slow Cooker Mashed Potatoes, plus rich and creamy Macaroni and Cheese. Finally, she finishes with Sweet Potato Casserole for a sweet, comforting side that rounds out the meal. Whether you’re hosting the whole family or bringing a dish to share, these slow cooker recipes will help keep your Thanksgiving cooking simple, stress-free, and delicious. Timestamps: 0:00 — 5 Easy Slow Cooker Thanksgiving Sides 0:12 — Crockpot Cornmeal Dressing 3:37 — Green Bean Casserole 5:47 — Slow Cooker Mashed Potatoes 9:46 — Macaroni and Cheese 12:28 — Sweet Potato Casserole Get the recipes here: Crockpot Cornmeal Dressing: https://www.allrecipes.com/slow-cooker-cornbread-stuffing-recipe-12198667 Green Bean Casserole: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/229809/slow-cooker-green-bean-casserole/ Slow Cooker Mashed Potatoes: https://www.allrecipes.com/big-batch-slow-cooker-mashed-potatoes-recipe-12198656 Macaroni and Cheese: https://www.allrecipes.com/big-batch-slow-cooker-mac-and-cheese-recipe-12198727 Sweet Potato Casserole: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/18913/slow-cooker-sweet-potato-casserole/ _________ Allrecipes Magazine is now available! U.S. subscribers, subscribe here: http://armagazine.com/subscribenow Canadian subscribers, subscribe here: http://themeredithstore.ca/p-282-allrecipes-subscription.aspx Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Allrecipes Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allrecipes/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/allrecipes/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@allrecipes

3 Easy Dinners from Just 1 Bag of Groceries | Allrecipes

One bag of groceries, three easy dinners! In this video, Nicole shares how to turn a $50 grocery haul into three flavorful meals that are perfect for busy weeknights. From a cozy coconut curry broth bowl to comforting chicken spaghetti and crispy beef and bean burritos, these simple recipes make dinner planning easier with just one grocery run. Nicole starts by unpacking her grocery bag, then walks you through each recipe step by step. With a little planning and easy-to-follow instructions, you can spend less time figuring out what’s for dinner and more time enjoying it. Whether you’re craving a warming bowl of curry or a crispy, satisfying burrito, these easy dinner ideas bring plenty of variety to your weeknight rotation. Timestamps: 0:00 – 3 Easy Dinners from 1 Bag of Groceries 0:09 – Nicole’s $50 Grocery Haul 0:56 – Coconut Curry Broth Bowl 5:34 – Chicken Spaghetti 9:11 – Crispy Beef & Bean Burritos Get the recipes here: Coconut Curry Broth Bowl: https://www.allrecipes.com/one-pan-coconut-chicken-curry-recipe-12186482 Chicken Spaghetti: https://www.allrecipes.com/creamy-chicken-spaghetti-bake-recipe-12186232 Crispy Beef & Bean Burritos: https://www.allrecipes.com/crispy-beef-and-bean-burritos-with-jalapeno-cilantro-sour-cream-sauce-recipe-12186500 _________ Allrecipes Magazine is now available! U.S. subscribers, subscribe here: http://armagazine.com/subscribenow Canadian subscribers, subscribe here: http://themeredithstore.ca/p-282-allrecipes-subscription.aspx Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Allrecipes Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allrecipes/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/allrecipes/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@allrecipes

Korean Ground Beef Bowls So Good You Won’t Have Any Leftovers

These easy Korean ground beef bowls turn ground beef and rice into a flavorful weeknight dinner that’ll have everyone going back for seconds. _________ Allrecipes Magazine is now available! U.S. subscribers, subscribe here: http://armagazine.com/subscribenow Canadian subscribers, subscribe here: http://themeredithstore.ca/p-282-allrecipes-subscription.aspx Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Allrecipes Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allrecipes/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/allrecipes/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@allrecipes

This Slow Cooker Hot Buttered Rum Is Cozy in a Cup

Warm up with slow cooker hot buttered rum, a rich, cozy cocktail that’s perfect for sharing at your next holiday gathering. _________ Allrecipes Magazine is now available! U.S. subscribers, subscribe here: http://armagazine.com/subscribenow Canadian subscribers, subscribe here: http://themeredithstore.ca/p-282-allrecipes-subscription.aspx Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Allrecipes Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allrecipes/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/allrecipes/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@allrecipes

Thanksgiving for Two? 6 Easy Recipes for the Perfect Holiday Dinner | Allrecipes

Hosting Thanksgiving for two? Get ready to make a complete holiday feast from start to finish! In this Thanksgiving dinner guide, Nicole shows you how to put together a special menu for a smaller celebration—from turkey roulade and roasted vegetables to butter pecan ice cream pies and a maple bourbon sour. With easy-to-follow instructions and plenty of helpful tips, Nicole walks you through six recipes that bring all the holiday flavor to a dinner for two. Learn how to make turkey roulade, roasted sweet potatoes, green beans, and deviled eggs, then finish with dessert and a festive cocktail. Whether you're celebrating with your partner or a friend, this menu makes a small Thanksgiving dinner feel special. Timestamps: 0:00 – Thanksgiving for Two 0:16 – Turkey Roulade 5:51 – Roasted Sweet Potatoes 7:50 – Green Beans 10:24 – Deviled Eggs 11:21 – Butter Pecan Ice Cream Pies 12:19 – Maple Bourbon Sour Get the recipes here: Turkey Roulade: https://www.allrecipes.com/turkey-roulade-recipe-11857542 Sweet Potatoes: https://www.allrecipes.com/roasted-sweet-potatoes-with-marshmallow-topping-recipe-12172458 Green Beans: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/222597/country-green-beans/ Deviled Eggs: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/222589/simple-deviled-eggs/ Read the article here: https://www.allrecipes.com/thanksgiving-for-two-12186116 _________ Allrecipes Magazine is now available! U.S. subscribers, subscribe here: http://armagazine.com/subscribenow Canadian subscribers, subscribe here: http://themeredithstore.ca/p-282-allrecipes-subscription.aspx Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Allrecipes Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allrecipes/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/allrecipes/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@allrecipes