When you think of the best fall desserts, you might think of things that are equal parts warm, sweet, spicy, and nostalgic—but unfortunately, that doesn’t always translate to “healthy”. You don’t have to choose between indulgent and wholesome when it comes to fall baking; with some smart ingredient swaps and a few of our favorite ...
As the holiday season approaches, pies are the grand finale after many meals. Unlike cookies or cakes, however, pies can seem intimidating to many home bakers—and often, pie crusts are the main culprit! If you want to make this the year you skip the store-bought pie and finally learn to make your own pies from ...
When the air turns crisp and ovens start preheating, there’s no better way to celebrate the season than with a homemade pie. Whether you’re team pumpkin, apple, or chocolate, a freshly baked pie brings comfort to the table and joy to everyone who grabs a slice. We turned to our in-house baking expert Alex Roberts, ...
Whether you’re team crispy edge or soft and chewy center, everyone has a version they call the best chocolate chip cookie recipe. At Thrive Market, we’re celebrating all the cookie lovers out there with a roundup of our favorite recipes—each one using better-for-you ingredients and pantry staples you can find right here. We’ve also gathered ...
Baking Soda vs Baking Powder Infographic click here For home bakers, two ingredients frequently spark confusion: baking soda and baking powder. Despite their similar names and appearance, the two fine, white powders fulfill unique roles in baking, cleaning, and other home remedies. You’ve likely run into a situation where you aren’t sure if you can ...
’Tis the season for homemade baked goods, but what do you do when everyone’s got different dietary restrictions? Easy: you get your ingredients at Thrive Market, where it’s a cinch to find baking essentials like flour, sweetener, and chocolate chips that suit every lifestyle.
When the first juicy strawberries hit the market and the stalks of crisp-tart rhubarb start appearing, there’s nothing quite as joyous as baking something that celebrates the moment. This vegan strawberry rhubarb crumble is that joy in a baking dish: it brings together deeply red, sweet strawberries and the bright acidic bite of rhubarb, all ...
Biscuits elevate any meal or snack, and this savory recipe delivers something extra special. The ingredients are forgiving and adaptable—swap in sherry or white vinegar instead of ACV, or use almond milk or real buttermilk instead of coconut milk. You could also use unsalted butter instead of ghee if that’s what you have on hand. ...
Need a surefire way to stress out your inner baker? Google the term “cake recipes” and watch as more than 900 million results pour in. In the pursuit of more baking with less overwhelm, we’re keeping things simple today. Baking a cake isn’t complicated, so don’t let any internet rabbit hole make you feel as ...
No wheat? No problem. Baking without using all-purpose, whole-wheat, or white whole-wheat flour doesn’t have to cramp your baking style. Whether you’re gluten-free or not, these days it’s both fun and (relatively) straightforward to bake muffins, cakes, breads, and cookies with alternative flours [1]. We’ll compare two of the most common gluten-free flour alternatives, coconut ...
When the aroma of browned butter fills your kitchen, you know something magical is happening. Browning butter transforms it: the milk solids toast, the scent deepens into nutty richness, and every bite gains complexity. That’s the heart of this gluten-free brown butter chocolate chip cookie recipe — a cookie that looks classic but delivers upgraded ...
[schema description]There’s something comforting and nostalgic about soft, fluffy garlic knots—those twisted bites of dough infused with garlic, olive oil, and herbs. Traditionally made with wheat flour and yeast, garlic knots have long held a place in pizza orders, bakery cases, and Italian meals. Now, with a gluten-free twist, you can enjoy the same savory ...
[schema description]Grab the napkins! This is one dish that’s worth getting your hands dirty for. After slathering on a spicy dry rub, the ribs are baked low and slow in the oven until they’re nice and tender. One of the secrets to making the ribs taste amazing is coating the meat in barbecue sauce along ...
Peanut allergies, gluten sensitivity, lactose intolerance, celiac disease…these are just a few of the reasons why someone might be avoiding certain foods. But they often get lumped under the catchall term, food allergy, which isn’t always accurate and fails to represent the intricacies of each condition.
[schema description]If a warm, cheesy bowl of pasta is your idea of comfort food, you’ll want to try this easy baked version—no boiling required! A basil-infused tomato sauce is tossed with gluten-free noodles, fragrant herbs and spices like oregano and garlic powder, and plenty of salty cheese. Baked until the noodles are tender and the ...
[schema description]Make falafel the star of your next meal! Serve in pita sandwiches stuffed with cucumber, tomatoes, and hummus, or on a salad with crisp lettuce, mint, yogurt, and a drizzle of harissa. Our falafel is rich in protein from chickpeas and almond flour, and tahini is loaded with B vitamins, calcium, and zinc.[/schema]
This recipe appears in the Thrive Market cookbook, Healthy Living Made Easy. Get your copy here, and find the ingredients in this shopping list. [schema description]These flavorful, tender meatballs are a breeze to whip up when you use a top-quality organic jarred tomato sauce. Add fresh mozzarella and chopped basil, and you can’t go wrong. ...
There’s one little thing that can help keep brown sugar soft—a single marshmallow.
Try these three easy ways to separate an egg—the traditional method, a lazy hack, and a sort-of-magic trick—so you never wind up with broken yolks again.
Remember cereal milk? That is, the brightly colored, sugar-infused milk left behind after the Froot Loops were long gone—that some consider even better than the cereal itself. These gluten-free doughnuts draw inspiration from that old nostalgic breakfast memory in the best way possible.
[schema description]Nothing’s more irresistible than the scent of freshly baked bread. But baking it at home can seem daunting, between all the rising, kneading, and rising some more. With this recipe and the help of a stand mixer, however, the process becomes basically effortless—and the results are well worth it. This honey-wheat loaf comes out ...
Croissants, ladyfingers, cannoli, and tarts all have one thing in common: flour. It’s the basis of so many classic, decadent desserts—not to mention breads, biscuits, crackers, and savory pies. That explains why regular old flour is a staple in just about any home cook’s pantry.
Buy whole spices, toast them, then grind them for maximum flavor.
Try baking with frozen butter for the fluffiest cookies and flakiest pie crusts.