![]() ![]() ![]() If you don’t have a toothpick, a thin bamboo skewer can stand in its place. Its rough, uneven surface means that crumbs will adhere, and its light color makes it easier to judge the moisture level of the cake. So whenever I'm at the point of the recipe where I have to insert a cake tester, I follow in the footsteps of Chris Morocco, the great baker Alice Medrich, and my mom, all of whom swear by the toothpick. But you know what little tool does excel at assessing the doneness of a cake? A toothpick. 12 slices applewood-smoked bacon 12 wooden toothpicks 24 Medjool dates, pitted 3 oz (90 g) Cambozola cheese or other blue cheese Position a broiler pan 4. Each toothpick was created with 100 percent durable, sturdy wood. They're ideal for everyday use or for perfecting an appetizer spread, featuring an elegant carved detail. ![]() The somewhat-harsh reality is that cake testers, while handy in so many ways, simply aren’t great (or even good) at testing cakes. These wooden toothpicks are all natural, biodegradable and compostable. I constantly reach for it for tasks around the kitchen (prodding a boiling potato, poking a steamed squash, unraveling a tight knot, sure), but I never use it for its eponymous job. That’s exactly the kind of battle a manufactured “cake tester” is up against. Imagine your last name is “Singer” but you were destined to be a dancer. Make a hospitable gesture, and give your guests or customers. This article is part of the Basically Guide to Better Baking, a 10-week, 10-recipe series designed to help you become a cooler, smarter, more confident baker. Hotpack toothpicks are a simple, yet extremely beneficial addition to your restaurant or cafe. ![]()
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