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Shirley Corriher, "BakeWise"

Shirley Corriher, "BakeWise" is a tier 2 source on AskedWell — Established editorial reference. Cook’s Illustrated, King Arthur, Serious Eats class. It's cited in 5 cooking, fermentation, and baking answers. Click any answer below to read the cited claim in context.

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  1. what substitute for… · baking

    What can I substitute for baking soda?

    For 1 tsp baking soda, use 3 tsp (1 tbsp) baking powder — but you may need to reduce other acidic ingredients. Or 2 tsp potassium bicarbonate + 1/4 tsp salt (sodium-free option).

    Why we cite it here: pH chemistry + browning impact of leavener substitutions

  2. what substitute for… · baking

    What can I substitute for brown sugar?

    For 1 cup brown sugar, mix 1 cup white sugar + 1 tbsp molasses (light) or 2 tbsp molasses (dark). Or use 1 cup white sugar + 1 tbsp maple syrup as a fallback when molasses is unavailable.

    Why we cite it here: Detailed brown sugar chemistry in cookies and cakes

  3. what substitute for… · baking

    What can I substitute for corn syrup?

    Best 1:1 substitutes: golden syrup, honey, maple syrup, agave nectar. For light corn syrup: golden syrup or simple sugar syrup (3 parts sugar + 1 part water, simmered until clear). For dark corn syrup: golden syrup + molasses (1:1 to 3:1).

    Why we cite it here: Why invert sugars prevent crystallization in candies

  4. how long does… · baking

    How long should cake batter rest before baking?

    Most cake batters: bake immediately (no rest). Chemical leaveners (baking powder/soda) react in 5-10 minutes — resting causes flat cakes. Exceptions: chiffon (rest 5 min for fold-stability), gateau (overnight chill for fudgy), some sponge recipes (10-15 min rest to deflate slightly).

    Why we cite it here: Detailed chemistry of leaveners and batter resting

  5. how long does… · baking

    How long should cookie dough chill before baking?

    Minimum 30 minutes for most cookies; 24-72 hours for best texture (per ATK + Cook's Illustrated testing). Chilling solidifies butter (less spread), hydrates flour (chewier interior), develops flavor. Drop cookies: 1 hour minimum. Cut-out cookies: 2 hours. Bakery-style: 24+ hours.

    Why we cite it here: Chemistry of dough resting + flour hydration

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