Let’s face it, cupcakes are fun. Familiar, colorful and oh-so-cute, these whimsical little cakes are famous for full-on flavor and mile-high frosting. And don’t forget the decorations. Best of all?

Frosting can make or break a cake, even if it’s the most wonderfully decadent chocolate cake. That’s because frosting, like a ...

Chet Novack’s motto when it comes to cooking and baking? Go all out. The Dickson City resident, along with wife, Christina, and son, Luke, 10, are known for their elaborate dishes and desserts among ...

Why is Christian Science in our name? Our name is about honesty. The Monitor is owned by The First Church of Christ, Scientist, and we’ve always been transparent about that. The church publishes the ...

As a professional baker, I can tell you that having a dependable vanilla buttercream frosting recipe to lean on is incredibly valuable. For a long time, I used to just wing it. Instead of using a ...