Bake from Scratch

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 • JULY | AUGUST 2025 VOLUME 11 | ISSUE 4

Editor’s Letter

Celebrate the 10th Anniversary of Bake from Scratch!

Say “Aloha” to Tropical Baking • Get in the island spirit with these books that highlight the diversity of Polynesian, Hawai‘ian, and pan-Asian cuisine

Classic AND Contemporary

BOURBON - BRAISED bliss • Tender-crumbed doughnuts with a boozy fruit glaze give layers of flavor in every bite

BRUNCH BUNS • The perfect portion of sweetly spiced morning bread

A TALE OF TWO BREADS • Rooted in tradition, these breads offer a glimpse into the past with every bite, telling a story of heritage, technique, and unique flavors

It’s Time to Bake • Mastering Techniques and Ingredients Behind Every Delicious Creation

Oil Cakes: OUR BAKING SHOWDOWN • When a baking recipe calls for oil or “neutral oil,” most of us instinctively grab vegetable oil. But there is a whole pantry of options out there, options that come with not only different price points and potential health perks but also different baking outcomes.

THE SWEET WORLD OF FRUIT SPREADS • From the sharp bite of chutney to the smooth sweetness of fruit curd, here’s how to distinguish jam from jelly, preserves from conserves, and more

THE ULTIMATE FAMILIAR FAVORITE • Our go-to chocolate chip cookie that everyone will love

FRENCH TART DOUGHS • A masterclass in pâte brisée, pâte sablée, and pâte sucrée, plus lusciously indulgent options to fill them

PEACHY KEEN Desserts • Embrace the refreshing sweetness of this juicy stone fruit

BAKE THE MOST OF CHERRY SEASON • We packed these cakes and bars with our favorite small and sweet summer stone fruit

OUR BIGGEST AND BEST BAKERY-STYLE COOKIES • From oat and nut butter to swirled with sprinkles, master the art of bakery-style treats at home with simple techniques that ensure crisp edges, chewy centers, and picture-perfect shaping every time

ISLAND-HOPPING FOR THE BEST NĀ HALE KŪ‘AI PALAOA • Inside some of Hawai‘i’s most beloved bakeries and the pastries that connect generations

Aloha, Sweetness • Enjoy traditional Hawaiian ingredients and flavors in these cookies, bars, and cake

MEET the 2024 Greatest Bakers • Meet the newest champion and finalists who are filled with talent, embrace tenacity, and embody the spirit of living with heart

Malasadas • These sweet, cross-cultural creations have evolved into a cherished part of Hawaiian food culture, rich in history, flavor, and a touch of island magic

ZESTY and ZIPPY • This simplified citrus dessert comes together quickly and easily thanks to your blender

recipe index

Ingredients Are Everything