When the protein and gluten in any kind of flour are hydrated, they offer the structure required to give baked goods their foundation and crumb. The amount and type of flour in cookies can make them ...

Cake flour plays an essential role in creating a light and airy texture in cakes and pastries. The protein content and gluten structure of cake flour is lower than all-purpose flour. You can ...

With a soft, airy crumb, jammy cherry filling, and a glossy, cloud-like frosting, this Mount Vernon Cake is full of old-fashioned charm—even if its origins are a bit of a mystery.