"How to" - Hostess At Heart https://hostessatheart.com/category/recipes/how-to/ Making memories one recipe at a time Wed, 20 May 2026 15:57:05 +0000 en-US hourly 1 4th of July Cupcakes with Red, White, and Blue Swirl Frosting https://hostessatheart.com/4th-of-july-cupcakes/ https://hostessatheart.com/4th-of-july-cupcakes/#comments Wed, 04 Mar 2026 19:09:25 +0000 https://hostessatheart.com/?p=117574 If you’re looking for a showstopping dessert for your Independence Day celebration, you’ve found it! These 4th of July cupcakes are packed with patriotic red, white, and blue color — inside AND out. That’s right, the cupcakes themselves are tri-colored, and so is the beautiful swirl frosting on top! The best part? They start with...

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]]> https://hostessatheart.com/4th-of-july-cupcakes/feed/ 28 The Complete Sourdough Baking Guide: From Starter to Perfect Loaf https://hostessatheart.com/sourdough-baking-guide/ https://hostessatheart.com/sourdough-baking-guide/#comments Mon, 24 Nov 2025 18:39:24 +0000 https://hostessatheart.com/?p=165261 Everything you need to know about making delicious sourdough bread at home – written in simple terms for beginners and experienced bakers alike. Introduction to Sourdough Baking Sourdough bread is more than just a baking trend—it’s an ancient art that combines science, patience, and a little bit of magic. Unlike regular bread that uses store-bought...

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]]> https://hostessatheart.com/sourdough-baking-guide/feed/ 2 Easy Vanilla Frosting Recipe https://hostessatheart.com/easy-vanilla-frosting-recipe/ https://hostessatheart.com/easy-vanilla-frosting-recipe/#comments Sun, 01 May 2022 18:19:55 +0000 https://hostessatheart.com/?p=124995 Sometimes you need a fast and easy vanilla frosting recipe made from ingredients you already have in your pantry. Frost a cake, cupcakes, or cookies with a delicious frosting in minutes using this simple recipe. Why You’ll Love This Easy Vanilla Frosting Extremely simple. You only need four ingredients and three easy steps. Customize with...

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]]> https://hostessatheart.com/christmas-cream-cheese-mints/feed/ 12 The Best Gifts for Bakers: Your Ultimate 2025 Guide to Kitchen Must-Haves https://hostessatheart.com/best-gifts-for-bakers/ https://hostessatheart.com/best-gifts-for-bakers/#comments Tue, 23 Nov 2021 07:44:00 +0000 https://hostessatheart.com/?p=121450 Shopping Time: 20 minutes | Budget Range: $5-$500 | Gift Ideas: 30+ Today I’m sharing my ultimate guide to the best gifts for bakers – over 30 kitchen treasures that I personally use and love. Whether you’re shopping for yourself (treat yourself!) or looking for the perfect gift for that special baker in your life,...

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]]> https://hostessatheart.com/best-gifts-for-bakers/feed/ 18 How to make Monster Rice Krispie Treats https://hostessatheart.com/monster-rice-krispie-treats/ https://hostessatheart.com/monster-rice-krispie-treats/#comments Sun, 24 Oct 2021 06:00:00 +0000 https://hostessatheart.com/?p=119304 If making cool treats is your jam, make sure to include my Monster Rice Krispie Treats in your plan for October and Halloween! These delightful Halloween Rice Krispie Treats will make everyone smile. Serve these Rice Krispie Treats for Halloween school parties, parties at home, or just gift your kids with a really amazing after-school...

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]]> https://hostessatheart.com/halloween-pretzels/feed/ 10 How To Make a Monster Cake https://hostessatheart.com/monster-cake/ https://hostessatheart.com/monster-cake/#comments Tue, 21 Sep 2021 15:33:17 +0000 https://hostessatheart.com/?p=118698 If you are planning a monster party or love to host Halloween parties you have got to see this. I’m showing you how to make a Monster Cake in this step-by-step tutorial. You’ll love how the Halloween Monster Cake blows your guests away! You’ll find this cake is so much easier than it looks. Follow...

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]]> https://hostessatheart.com/monster-cake/feed/ 22 How to make Monster Cupcakes https://hostessatheart.com/monster-cupcakes/ https://hostessatheart.com/monster-cupcakes/#comments Wed, 08 Sep 2021 13:44:09 +0000 https://hostessatheart.com/?p=118705 Looking for the perfect Halloween treat? Make these adorable monster cupcakes any time you need a ghoulish treat for your kids. These monster decorated cupcakes are the perfect Halloween party treat. These Halloween monster cupcakes will be the most popular item at your event when kids and parents see how amazing they look. Of course,...

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