Bigger Bolder Baking with Gemma Stafford

Bigger Bolder Baking with Gemma Stafford

@biggerbolderbaking

The kettle’s always on and the oven’s always warm — easy baking recipes for home bakers, new every week. No fancy equipment. Just bold, delicious results. My name is Gemma Stafford — professional chef, cookbook author, and host of Bigger Bolder Baking. After 20+ years in professional kitchens and appearances on Netflix’s “Nailed It!”, Food Network’s “Best Baker in America”, and The Today Show, I’m here to help you bake anything with confidence. I also created GemmaMade — a kitchen and home line inspired by Irish hospitality. Because baking is about making people feel loved, fed, and welcome. Browse recipes: Bold Baking Basics | Best-Ever Recipes | Easy Microwave Recipes | No-Knead Breads | Cookie Recipes | Sourdough Discard All written recipes: https://www.BiggerBolderBaking.com Brand/media inquiries: gemma@biggerbolderbaking.com

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Your Bread Isn't Ready To Cut
YouTubeSep 22, 2026
The Flour On Top Isn't Decoration
YouTubeSep 19, 2026
The Irish Bread You Pull Apart Rather Than Cut
YouTubeSep 17, 2026
How to Knead Dough (the Right Way)
YouTubeSep 15, 2026
You're Cutting Cinnamon Rolls Wrong
YouTubeSep 12, 2026
Why I Only Make 4 Cinnamon Rolls
YouTubeSep 10, 2026
How To Tell When Apple Pie is Done
YouTubeSep 8, 2026
Why There’s a Gap Under Your Apple Pie Crust
YouTubeSep 5, 2026
The Best Apple for Baking Isn't Granny Smith
YouTubeSep 3, 2026
Don’t Add More Water to Dry Pastry—Do This Instead
YouTubeSep 1, 2026
Brioche Butter Has a Goldilocks Rule
YouTubeAug 29, 2026
Crazy Dough: One Homemade Dough Makes Pizza, Cinnamon Rolls & Naan
YouTubeAug 27, 2026
Stop Rubbing Butter in With Your Hands
YouTubeAug 25, 2026
Worried About Raw Egg Whites? Do This
YouTubeAug 22, 2026
This Welsh Cake Cooks in a Frying Pan
YouTubeAug 20, 2026
Why Irish Brown Bread Never Needs to Rise ☘️
YouTubeAug 18, 2026
The Fastest Way to Make Mayo at Home
YouTubeAug 15, 2026
Every Back to School Meal, Homemade — Nothing From a Box
YouTubeAug 13, 2026
Why Your Pie Crust Shrinks
YouTubeAug 11, 2026
Why Irish Oatmeal Is Different
YouTubeAug 8, 2026
Why Irish Oatmeal Tastes So Much Better
YouTubeAug 6, 2026
The Kitchen Tools I Use More Than a Whisk
YouTubeAug 4, 2026
Stop Buying Mayo — All You Need Is A Whisk
YouTubeAug 1, 2026
How to Make Homemade Mayonnaise 3 Ways (One With No Machine)
YouTubeJul 30, 2026
Why Your Chocolate Cake Isn’t Chocolatey Enough
YouTubeJul 28, 2026
Your Chocolate Cake Is Missing One Ingredient
YouTubeJul 25, 2026
One Ingredient Makes the Moistest Chocolate Cake
YouTubeJul 23, 2026
I Turned Blueberry Pie Into Cookies
YouTubeJul 21, 2026
My Secret for Fruit Pie That Isn’t Runny
YouTubeJul 18, 2026
The Only Homemade Pie Video You'll Need This Summer
YouTubeJul 16, 2026
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When Speed is Key: The Science of Traditional Irish Soda Bread
Science
When Speed is Key: The Science of Traditional Irish Soda Bread

Thinking fast, fresh bread? We're diving into the science behind quick breads, using the time-honored Irish Soda Bread recipe to understand chemical leavening.

Bigger Bolder Baking with Gemma Stafford
Bigger Bolder Baking with Gemma Stafford
Rogue Bakers
4 min
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The Secret Ingredient for Elevated Weeknight Dinners: Homemade Crème Fraîche
Recipes
The Secret Ingredient for Elevated Weeknight Dinners: Homemade Crème Fraîche

Stop buying expensive store-bought dips! Learn how to make luxurious, tangy Crème Fraîche at home using just two simple ingredients—perfect for batch cooking and making weeknight meals shine.

Bigger Bolder Baking with Gemma Stafford
Bigger Bolder Baking with Gemma Stafford
Rogue Chefs
3 min
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The Truth About Magic Bread: Why Ingredients and Time Still Rule the Oven
Techniques
The Truth About Magic Bread: Why Ingredients and Time Still Rule the Oven

Sometimes the easiest recipes seem like magic. We’re diving into the claim that you don't need yeast, and looking at the fundamental science of what makes truly great bread.

Bigger Bolder Baking with Gemma Stafford
Bigger Bolder Baking with Gemma Stafford
Rogue Bakers
3 min
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The Long Game: Keeping the Fire Lit in Your Baking Journey
Stories
The Long Game: Keeping the Fire Lit in Your Baking Journey

Baking, like any true craft, requires patience and consistent effort. We’re talking about the dedication needed to maintain a thriving community of rogue bakers.

Bigger Bolder Baking with Gemma Stafford
Bigger Bolder Baking with Gemma Stafford
Rogue Bakers
4 min
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Mastering the Flake: What Pie Crust Secrets Teach Us About Dough Care
Techniques
Mastering the Flake: What Pie Crust Secrets Teach Us About Dough Care

Sometimes the best lessons about dough handling come from the most unexpected places. We're taking notes on flaky pastry crusts to improve everything from our loaf to our starter.

Bigger Bolder Baking with Gemma Stafford
Bigger Bolder Baking with Gemma Stafford
Rogue Bakers
4 min
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The Science of Lift: What Shortbread Can Teach Us About Air and Structure
Techniques
The Science of Lift: What Shortbread Can Teach Us About Air and Structure

Even simple cookies hold deep secrets. We're looking at the science behind creaming and sifting—techniques that apply to everything from flaky crusts to perfect sourdough crumb.

Bigger Bolder Baking with Gemma Stafford
Bigger Bolder Baking with Gemma Stafford
Rogue Bakers
4 min
0 0 0about 2 months ago
Easy, Creamy Frozen Yogurt: The Batch-Friendly Dessert Idea for Dinner Angels
Recipes
Easy, Creamy Frozen Yogurt: The Batch-Friendly Dessert Idea for Dinner Angels

Need a simple, crowd-pleasing dessert recipe that’s perfect for batch cooking? Gemma Stafford shows you how to make amazing soft serve froyo without an expensive machine, and how to turn it into extra income.

Bigger Bolder Baking with Gemma Stafford
Bigger Bolder Baking with Gemma Stafford
Rogue Chefs
4 min
0 0 0about 2 months ago
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