Bake from Scratch

Bake from Scratch is a celebration of all things baking. A seasonal publication from Hoffman Media, this magazine is brimming with stunning photography, easy-to-follow recipes, techniques for creating beautiful, artisan baked goods, and endless inspiration for home bakers.

Bake from Scratch • SEPTEMBER | OCTOBER 2025 VOLUME 11 | ISSUE 5

A Decade of Dreams Coming True

Regional & Rustic • Cozy up with these culturally significant compendiums and contemporary titles

AUTUMN Spice and EVERYTHING nice • Embrace the spices of the season with these cozy autumn cakes

Party Puffs • Crisp on the outside and airy on the inside, these small bites make an elegantly easy snack or appetizer for any occasion

CELEBRATE WITH CAKE • Edd shares two special bakes for our 10th anniversary issue

KNOTTED NOSHES • Chewy pretzels meet adored appetizers in this scrumptious blend of savory snacks

THE ENDURING MAGIC OF ALEXANDER TAYLOR BAKERY • In the misty folds of South Lanarkshire, Scotland’s oldest bakery still proves that consistency—and exceptional bakes—never go out of fashion

from the test kitchen

Sour Cream POUND CAKE • Simple, steadfast, and impossibly lush, this pound cake earns its gold status with a beautiful crumb, balanced sweetness, and a whisper of vanilla. You’ll bake it time and time again.

SCOTTISH DAIRY • Salted by sea air, bright with grass-fed cream, Scottish dairy tells the story of place in every bite

APPLE STRUDEL • Master the nuances of pulling, layering, and rolling this hand-stretched dough that envelops a warmly spiced apple filling in this classic Viennese pastry

AUTUMNAL EATS • From juicy Concord grapes and buttery pecans to jammy figs and sweet caramel, these cakes and pastries are perfect for cozying up with amid the transition to cooler weather

BAKER’S PASSPORT TO SCOTLAND • Discover the rich heritage and timeless flavors of Scotland’s most beloved baking traditions

THE BAKERY THAT FEELS LIKE HOME • From her cozy Edinburgh home to a now-iconic shopfront in Stockbridge, Darcie Maher has created more than a bakery—it’s a personal, pastry-filled extension of home

SHORTBREAD HOUSE OF EDINBURGH • Baking by tradition is their key to modern success

EDINBURGH’S COZY AND EXCLUSIVE NEW ADDRESS • 100 Princes Street Hotel reflects the beauty and history of Edinburgh

WHERE THE SEASONS MEET THE TABLE • In the hills above the River Tay, Ballintaggart is a place that reminds you what it means to savor things

WHERE THE FIRE BURNS LOW AND THE STORIES RISE • In his series of cookbooks, Coinneach MacLeod—the Hebridean Baker—gathers more than recipes. He gives us a way of remembering, of slowing down, of baking with both hands and heart.

THE SIMPLE GENIUS OF 1-2-3-4 cake • With its easy-to-remember formula and timeless flavor, the 1-2-3-4 cake has earned a spot in the canon of classic American bakes. More than just a recipe, it’s a piece of passed-down wisdom—unfussy, enduring, and beloved.

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