There are few things more satisfying than when your fork breaks through a perfectly flaky pie crust. That distinctive crunch followed by the delicate layers shattering beneath your fork is the hallmark of pie-making success. But if you’re like me,…
Easy Blackberry Cobbler
Using only basic ingredients, this recipe captures the charm of an old-fashioned blackberry cobbler while making it approachable for beginners and seasoned bakers alike. Please don’t skip the vanilla ice cream. It’s everything:)
From Scratch Brown Sugar Cinnamon Pop-Tart Recipe
There’s something undeniably nostalgic about biting into a warm, flaky pop-tart with that sweet, cinnamon-spiced filling. But what if I told you that you could make an even better version at home using whole grains? Today, I’m sharing my labor…
The Best Whole Wheat Biscuits: A Homestead Favorite
There’s something undeniably comforting about the aroma of freshly baked biscuits wafting through the kitchen. These whole wheat biscuits, made with fresh milled flour, are a staple in our homestead kitchen. They’re hearty, flavorful, and perfect for any meal of…
Best Tools for Milling Your Flour from Home
Growing up, my mom always made fresh bread once a week. Being the rock star she is, she would time it to come out of the oven around the time we got home from school. Eating that freshly baked honey…
Whole Wheat Hamburger Buns
These whole wheat hamburger buns are light and airy, yet full of whole wheat flavor and goodness! I make them constantly and am determined to always have a bag or two in the freezer. We use them for burgers, ham sandwiches, breakfast sandwiches, and everything in between. Give this recipe a try and fall in love with burgers all over again!
The Best, Simple Focaccia Bread Recipe
Focaccia bread is both delicious and so simple to make. It is such a fun homemade bread to make and share with those around you. For the best results and best flavor in your from Scratch Focaccia bread, be sure to read all our tips…
Delicious Blackberry Cobbler Roll Recipe
This Blackberry Cobbler Roll recipe is a huge hit at our bakery, The Flour Barn. Using our favorite brioche recipe, these rolls are filled with a sweet blackberry compote, topped with a crumb topping and then covered in a buttery…
How to Make Buttercream Frosting for Cookies That Hardens
If you’ve ever spent hours perfecting the most adorable sugar cookies, only to see your beautiful buttercream frosting smudge and smear as you try to package them, you know the frustration. After all, no one wants to see their hard…
How to Mill Your Own Flour at Home: A Complete Guide
If I were going to make just one change to improve the health of my family, it would be switching to fresh milled, whole grain flour. Our culture has begun to think of flour as an empty calorie. And it’s kind of true when we’re consuming store-bought all-purpose flour. Store-bought flour, especially white flour and all-purpose flour, undergoes processing that strips away much of its nutritional value.
Freshly milled flour, on the other hand, retains essential nutrients.
How to Bake with Whole Wheat Flour vs All Purpose Flour
Baking is as much about creativity as it is about choosing the right ingredients. If you’re someone who loves experimenting in the kitchen, you’ve likely come across two staples that are often compared: whole wheat flour and all-purpose flour. You…
From Scratch Stromboli Recipe with Whole Grains
Looking for a from-scratch dinner recipe with whole grains? Learn how to make the perfect Stromboli recipe using freshly milled flour. How to Make Stromboli with Freshly Milled Grains: A Wholesome, Delicious Twist If you are ready to find a…
