It's a simple, routine adjustment all bakers should make from time to time. One of the benefits of jumping from life as a pastry chef to that of a recipe developer is noticing the massive blind spots ...

You can't beat a loaf of freshly baked bread, gooey cinnamon rolls, or a batch of homemade cookies warm out of the oven. But it's tough to mix the dough with just a wooden spoon or even a hand mixer.

Whether you're making a batch of cookies, whipping up meringue, or mixing frosting to top a cake, a hand mixer can make the process much simpler. The best stand mixers are powerful and can last for ...