Why Does Pumpkin Pie Crack on Top?

Linda asks: Why does my pumpkin pie always crack across the middle?

Baking S.O.S. says:

My guess is that the pie is baking too long or at too high a temperature…..that would cause the pie to crack.

I checked the Libby’s Pumpkin Pie recipe on-line to see what the exact baking directions are. It says [...]

Can I mix up muffin batter the night before and bake them Christmas morning?

Erica asks: I would like to make blueberry muffin batter ahead and then just pour into muffin tins & bake Christmas morning. I was thinking I could make the batter then add fresh blueberries right before I bake. Will this work if I make the batter the night before?

Baking S.O.S. says: Baking powder, which [...]

Can I substitute salted butter for unsalted butter in baked goods?

Erica asks: Does it make any difference if I use salted butter when it says unsalted? Is it just a flavor thing? My husband picked up the wrong kind, and I’d like to just use what I’ve got if it won’t ruin everything!

Baking S.O.S says: It is preferable to use unsalted butter in [...]