Lindsey Mackenzie

Hi there! I’m Lindsey Mackenzie, the founder of Bake Smartly. Baking has been my passion since childhood, growing up in my father’s bakery. With Bake Smartly, I’m excited to share my love for all things sweet and savory. Join me on this delicious journey as we whip up scrumptious treats and sprinkle joy into every bite!

Cookies
5 Simple Ways to Fix Cookie Dough With Too Much Sugar
You know that feeling when you’re all excited to bake homemade cookies, but then you realize you went overboard with the sugar? It’s a total bummer. Too much sugar messes up the taste, making the cookies way too sweet and kinda yucky. But don’t worry! There are ways to fix it. In this blog post,…

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Bread
The Ultimate Guide to Reheating Frozen Focaccia Like a Pro
Focaccia, with its golden crust, yummy herbs, and light texture, is a much-loved Italian bread enjoyed on tables worldwide. Whether you’ve baked it yourself or picked up a tasty version…

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Bread
20 Creative Things To Do With Your Leftover Focaccia
Focaccia, with its soft, pillowy texture and flavorful herb-infused crust, is a beloved Italian bread that often graces our tables. However, sometimes we find ourselves with more than we can…

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Cookies
Why Do My Cookies Taste Bitter and How to Fix Them
Nothing’s more disappointing than taking a bite of freshly baked cookies and tasting bitterness you didn’t expect. If you’ve ever wondered why your cookies turn out bitter, don’t worry –…

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Bread
Revive Your Dry Focaccia Dough with These 4 Easy Fixes
There’s nothing quite as disheartening for a home baker as discovering that their focaccia dough has turned out dry and lackluster. The anticipation of a soft, pillowy bread with a…

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Cake
Can You Use Cookie Mix to Make a Cake? Let’s Find Out!
People who love baking are always trying new things in the kitchen. One question that comes up a lot is whether you can use cookie mix to make a cake.…

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Bread
5 Easy Ways to Prevent Focaccia from Sticking to the Pan
Focaccia bread, with its delicious golden crust and delightful texture, is a favorite with bread lovers. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a kitchen novice, you may have encountered the…

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Bread
Can You Make Brioche Without Butter?
Brioche is a yummy French pastry that’s famous for its rich, buttery taste. People all over the world love it and many make it at home. The traditional recipe uses…

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Sourdough
13 Tips for Preventing Fruit Flies in Your Sourdough Starter
Are those annoying fruit flies causing problems for your sourdough starter? Don’t let these little pests ruin your fermentation process any longer! In this blog post, I’ll share with you…

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