A mixer is an essential appliance in any baker’s toolkit. But does the type of mixer matter? After all, stand mixers can cost up to hundreds of dollars and take up valuable counter top space. You ...

Do you need a hand mixer? The short answer is no. Not having a hand mixer—or any electric mixer—won’t stop you from baking, but it may restrict your repertoire. “There’s so much you can bake without ...

If you do some light baking as a hobby or make the occasional treat while entertaining house guests, a hand mixer can be a useful kitchen gadget that lets you mix, combine and whip everything from ...

They each have their place in the kitchen. Charlotte Rutledge is the former recipe testing and development manager for King Arthur Baking Company. She has worked in professional kitchens since she was ...