Here are eight helpful tips to aid all the new bakers out there.<br />1. Invest in a silicone baking mat. Not only do they prevent stuck-on messes, they’re also reusable, unlike aluminum foil.<br />2. Before you start, measure and set out all of your ingredients for a smoother baking process.<br />3. To prevent cookies from spreading when baking, allow them to chill in the refrigerator first.<br />4. Don’t overmix! It can lead to too much gluten development, making your baked goods unpleasantly chewy.<br />5. Get a digital scale to make sure you’re using the exact quantities that a recipe is asking for.<br />6. Make sure all of your ingredients are at room temperature before you start baking.<br />7. If a recipe calls for softened butter, don't use melted butter. It loses its ability to hold air.<br />8. Don’t skip steps when baking. Baking is a science, and careless substitutions will negatively affect your end results
