I love baking, and today, I’m sharing some of my favorite baking recipes with you. From classic chocolate chip cookies and banana bread to the unique flavors of ube pandesal and matcha Swiss roll, this collection has something for everyone.

Let’s explore these delightful recipes and discover the joy of baking together!

The 18 Best baking recipes

1. Chocolate Chip Cookies

Chocolate chip cookies are a classic treat featuring a buttery dough made from unsalted butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and all-purpose flour, with semisweet chocolate chips folded in for extra indulgence.

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.

3. Gradually blend in the flour, and gently fold in the chocolate chips.

4. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until golden brown. Let cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.

2. Classic Banana Bread

Classic Banana Bread is a moist, delicious quick bread made from mashed ripe bananas, melted butter, and simple pantry staples like sugar, baking soda, and flour. It’s perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.

Ingredients

2 to 3 ripe bananas, mashed
1/3 cup melted butter
1 teaspoon baking soda
Pinch of salt
3/4 cup sugar
1 large egg, beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 4×8-inch loaf pan.

2. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork. Stir in the melted butter.

3. Mix in baking soda and salt. Add sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract, mixing until well-combined. Stir in the flour last.

4. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool on a rack before removing from the pan to slice and serve.

3. Sourdough Bread

Sourdough bread is a traditional loaf made with a simple combination of bread flour, water, an active sourdough starter, and salt. The starter is key for fermentation, creating a distinct texture and flavor.

Ingredients

• 500g bread flour
• 300g water
• 100g active sourdough starter
• 10g salt
• Optional: 20g whole wheat flour

Instructions

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the bread flour and whole wheat flour (if using) with 280g of water and mix until no dry flour remains. Let it rest for 30 minutes to 1 hour for autolyse.

2. Add the active sourdough starter and salt, and mix the dough until well combined. Gradually incorporate the remaining 20g of water.

3. Perform a series of stretch and folds every 30 minutes for 2 to 3 hours, allowing the dough to rest covered between sets.

4. Shape the dough and place it into a proofing basket. Let it proof at room temperature until it doubles in size, then bake in a preheated oven at 230°C (445°F) for 20 minutes with steam, then lower temperature to 210°C (410°F) and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes without steam.

4. New York Cheesecake

New York Cheesecake is a classic dessert featuring a rich and creamy filling made from softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and sour cream. It’s set atop a buttery graham cracker crust for a delightful treat.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 4 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
• 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 4 large eggs
• 2/3 cup sour cream

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter, then press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to create the crust.

2. In a large bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Mix in the vanilla extract. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing just until combined. Stir in the sour cream until smooth.

3. Pour the cream cheese mixture over the crust in the springform pan. Bake for about 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly.

4. Let the cheesecake cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, before serving.

5. Red Velvet Cake

Red Velvet Cake is a classic dessert known for its vibrant hue, achieved with red food coloring. It’s made with all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, butter, and eggs, creating a soft and delightful treat.

Ingredients

• 1 and 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 tablespoon red food coloring

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.

2. In a bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the food coloring.

3. Sift together the flour, cocoa powder, and baking soda. Gradually add to the creamed mixture, mixing just until combined. Divide the batter between the prepared cake pans.

4. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

6. Brownies

Brownies are a classic dessert made from a rich blend of unsalted butter, granulated sugar, eggs, and unsweetened cocoa powder, combined with all-purpose flour, salt, and baking powder to create a dense, chocolatey treat.

Ingredients

1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking powder

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8 inch baking pan.

2. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Remove from heat and stir in sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract.

3. Sift together the cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder. Gradually add to the butter mixture until just combined.

4. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Let it cool before cutting into squares.

7. Apple Pie

Apple Pie is a classic dessert featuring a flaky crust made from all-purpose flour and cold unsalted butter, encasing a sweet and spiced filling of sliced Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples, granulated sugar, and cinnamon.

Ingredients

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup unsalted butter (cold, cut into small cubes)
1/4 cup ice water
6 to 8 medium apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and sliced
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine flour and butter. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add ice water, a tablespoon at a time, until the dough just holds together. Split the dough in half, shape into disks, and chill for at least 30 minutes.

2. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Roll out one disk of dough on a floured surface and fit it into the bottom of a pie dish. In another bowl, toss sliced apples with sugar, cinnamon, and lemon juice. Pour the apple mixture into the pie crust.

3. Roll out the second disk of dough and place over the apples. Trim and crimp the edges, and cut slits in the top to allow steam to escape.

4. Bake for 45 to 50 minutes until the crust is golden and the apples are tender. Cool before slicing and serving.

8. Carrot Cake

Carrot Cake is a classic dessert using grated carrots, all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and ground cinnamon. It features a moist texture achieved by combining vegetable oil and large eggs, with baking soda for leavening.

Ingredients

2 cups grated carrots
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan.

2. In a medium bowl, mix together the flour, baking soda, and cinnamon. Set aside.

3. In a larger bowl, beat the eggs and sugar until well combined. Stir in the oil, then add the dry ingredients gradually, mixing until just combined.

4. Fold in the grated carrots. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool before serving.

9. Lemon Drizzle Cake

Lemon Drizzle Cake is a classic baked dessert featuring unsalted butter, sugar, eggs, and lemon zest. Its light and zesty profile make it a delightful treat.

Perfect for lemon lovers seeking a citrus-infused cake.

Ingredients

1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, softened
1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
4 large eggs
1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour
Zest of 2 lemons
2 teaspoons baking powder
Pinch of salt

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and lightly grease and line a loaf tin with parchment paper.

2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Gradually add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

3. Gently fold in the flour, lemon zest, baking powder, and salt until just combined. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf tin and smooth the top.

4. Bake for 40-45 minutes or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.

10. Ube Pandesal

Ube Pandesal is a Filipino bread roll infused with the beautiful, vibrant flavor of ube halaya (purple yam jam). Made with all-purpose flour, instant yeast, warm milk, and unsalted butter, it’s a delightful twist on a classic.

Ingredients

Ube halaya (purple yam jam)
All-purpose flour
Instant yeast
Granulated sugar
Warm milk
Unsalted butter
Salt

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine warm milk, 1 tablespoon of sugar, and instant yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes frothy.

2. Add ube halaya, the remaining sugar, melted unsalted butter, and salt to the yeast mixture, and mix until well combined.

3. Gradually add all-purpose flour, mixing until a dough forms. Knead the dough for about 10 minutes until it is smooth and elastic.

4. Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 to 2 hours, or until it doubles in size.

11. Basque Burnt Cheesecake

Basque Burnt Cheesecake is a creamy dessert featuring cream cheese, granulated sugar, and eggs, with a distinctively caramelized top achieved from baking at high temperatures. It originates from Basque Country, Spain.

Ingredients

500g cream cheese, room temperature
200g granulated sugar
4 large eggs
240ml heavy cream
15g all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 210°C (410°F). Line a 9-inch round springform pan with parchment paper, making sure the paper comes up above the edges of the pan to catch any overflow.

2. In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar together until smooth and creamy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then pour in the heavy cream and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.

3. Sift in the flour and fold it into the batter until fully incorporated. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the top is dark brown and the center is still slightly jiggly.

4. Allow the cheesecake to cool in the pan before removing and serving. The cheesecake will set further as it cools. Enjoy at room temperature or chilled.

12. Japanese Milk Bread

Japanese Milk Bread is a delightfully soft, fluffy bread made with bread flour, nonfat dry milk powder, and whole milk. Known for its pillowy texture, it incorporates a unique tangzhong method.

Ingredients

2 ¾ cups bread flour
2 tablespoons nonfat dry milk powder
¼ cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon salt
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
1 cup whole milk
2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast

Instructions

1. In a small saucepan, combine a quarter cup of the milk with the flour to make a roux or “tangzhong”. Stir constantly over medium heat until it thickens, then let it cool.

2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the remaining milk, dry milk powder, sugar, softened butter, salt, and yeast. Add the cooled roux and gradually incorporate the bread flour until a dough forms.

3. Knead the dough for about 10-15 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place it in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 to 2 hours.

4. Deflate the dough, shape it as desired, place it in a greased loaf pan, cover it, and let it rise again until it reaches the top of the pan. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 25 to 30 minutes until golden brown.

13. Tahini Blondies

Tahini Blondies are delightful dessert bars featuring a unique blend of nutty tahini, sweet light brown sugar, and rich chocolate chips, all combined to create a moist and flavorful treat.

Ingredients

1 cup tahini
1 cup light brown sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 cup chocolate chips

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.

2. In a large bowl, mix together the tahini and light brown sugar until well combined. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, stirring until the mixture is smooth.

3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and baking powder. Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the tahini mixture until just combined. Fold in the chocolate chips.

4. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the edges are golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the blondies cool in the pan before slicing and serving.

14. Matcha Swiss Roll

Matcha Swiss Roll is a delightful dessert featuring a light and fluffy sponge made from eggs, granulated sugar, cake flour, and matcha powder, rolled with a creamy whipped filling.

Ingredients

• 4 large eggs, separated
• 80g granulated sugar
• 60g cake flour
• 1 tablespoon matcha powder
• 40ml milk
• 30ml vegetable oil
• 150ml heavy cream, whipped

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 10×15-inch baking tray with parchment paper.

2. In a bowl, whisk egg yolks with half of the sugar until pale, then mix in milk, oil, cake flour, and matcha powder until smooth.

3. In a separate bowl, beat egg whites until foamy, gradually adding the remaining sugar until stiff peaks form.

4. Gently fold the egg white mixture into the matcha batter in thirds, pour into the prepared tray, and bake for 10-12 minutes. Once cooled, spread whipped cream, roll the cake, and chill before serving.

15. Tiger Bread (Dutch Crunch)

Tiger Bread, also known as Dutch Crunch, is a delightful bread characterized by its crunchy, mottled crust. It includes all-purpose flour, warm water, sugar, active dry yeast, salt, and vegetable oil.

Ingredients

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup warm water
1 tablespoon sugar
2 teaspoons active dry yeast
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons vegetable oil#

Instructions

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Stir and let it sit for about 5 minutes, until it becomes foamy.

2. Add the flour, salt, and vegetable oil to the yeast mixture. Mix until a dough forms.

3. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place it in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.

16. Olive Oil and Honey Cake

Olive Oil and Honey Cake is a delightful dessert featuring olive oil, honey, and eggs. The combination creates a moist and tender cake, perfect for any occasion.

It pairs simplicity with rustic charm.

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup olive oil
1/2 cup honey
2 large eggs

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.

2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

3. In a separate large bowl, whisk the olive oil and honey until well combined, then beat in the eggs one at a time.

4. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined, then pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

17. Korean Cream Cheese Garlic Bread

Korean Cream Cheese Garlic Bread is a delightful fusion dish that combines bread rolls, softened cream cheese, sugar, melted unsalted butter, minced garlic, milk, and eggs to create a savory, creamy snack.

Ingredients

Bread rolls (6-8 pieces)
Cream cheese (200g, softened)
Sugar (2 tablespoons)
Unsalted butter (100g, melted)
Garlic (4-5 cloves, minced)
Milk (1/4 cup)
Eggs (2, beaten)
Fresh parsley (for garnish, optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F). Cut a deep cross into each bread roll, making sure not to cut all the way through, creating six segments per roll.

2. In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese with half the sugar until smooth. Pipe or spoon the mixture into the cuts of each bread roll.

3. Combine melted butter, remaining sugar, minced garlic, milk, and beaten eggs in a separate bowl. Mix thoroughly to form the garlic butter mixture.

4. Dip each filled bread roll into the garlic butter mixture, ensuring they’re well-coated. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 15 to 20 minutes until golden brown. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve warm.