For most of us, few things are as comforting as taking a bite out of a tasty home-baked treat. That’s certainly one reason we spend hours looking for the perfect recipes and secretly binge baking shows on Netflix, all to cultivate this fulfilling activity. So if you’re feeling like today’s the day to whip up something spectacular in the kitchen, we’ve got you covered.
Let us offer you a dose of inspiration and introduce you to a warm and cozy corner on the internet, the r/Baking subreddit. This online community of over 735k members is dedicated to everything baking-related and offers mouth-watering and stomach-rumbling pictures of dreamy bites.
From pastry recipes people snuck out of their grandma’s secret box to the most mind-boggling creations, these bakers prove their skills are on a whole other level. So grab a spoon and get ready for delicious delights for your eyes because we collected some of the best pictures from this online group. Continue scrolling, upvote the images you enjoyed most, and be sure to check out Part 1 of this post for even more appetizing goodness.
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Sculpted Cake My Sister Asked That I Make For Her Birthday This Year Of Her Kitty Named Tacocat! It's A Vanilla Bean Cake, No Fondant Was Used, All Decorated With Buttercream!
I Baked A Cherry Pomegranate Pie To Celebrate The Year Of The Tiger
I’m A Newly Divorced Dad Trying To Impress My Kids! How Am I Doing?
Ever since the r/Baking subreddit was created in April 2009, it became one of the main places of refuge on Reddit for all baking loving souls out there. Members of this online community seem really kind, helpful, and ready to inspire everyone around them with their amazing skills and wonderful creations. "For all your baking needs," the moderators wrote in the community description. "Recipes, ideas and all things baking related. Cakes, cookies, pies, tarts, muffins, scones, short- rye- wheat- and naan breads welcome!" Just the thought of a world with so many tasty baked treats gets our appetites going.
We managed to get in touch with a moderator who looks after the group to have a little chat about the community. Since the original creator is no longer around, the moderator wasn’t sure about the inspiration behind creating this page. However, they revealed that they personally "joined the subreddit to learn about baking in general, and I really enjoy seeing other people's creations."
Pooh Cake
Cupcake Bouquet For A Customer Who Requested Something That Looks Like A Cake But Wouldn't Require Cutting And Would Be Easy To Serve At A Birthday Picnic
My Gingerbread House This Year Is A Fisherman Seeking Shelter From The Storm Inside A Lighthouse Haunted By The Ghost Of Its First Lighthouse Keeper
When it comes to devoted baking fans who joined the community, it is a varied mix of people from all walks of life. "Some members are professional bakers while many others are not. Our members are mostly friendly and seem to share a keen interest in baking," the moderator told Bored Panda.
If you’re looking for ways to improve your skills or find inspiration for your next big project, the r/Baking subreddit is the place to ask for and share advice. "Members of the r/Baking subreddit are helpful with questions and advice," they told us. However, many of the most common inquiries have already been answered, so the moderator suggested that "it's usually a good idea to use the search bar to find posts that may be helpful."
20 Tries At Making Croissants! Lots Of Advice From 2 Experts And Voila! Feels Good
A Thai Tea Birthday Cake I Made For The Owner Of A Thai Restaurant Who Fed Me Years Ago When I Was Struggling
My Son's Wish Was An Erebor Cake For His 12th Birthday. So I Tried My Best And This Is The Result. 7 Hours, 7 Cakes, 40 Eggs Later I Did It And I Am Really Proud Of This Mountain
It is filled with chocolate gold money, sweets, gems, of course, Smaug and the Arkenstone. My son was happy
as a huge lotr/the hobbit nerd wow. really brings me back to the first time i watched it!! so beautiful
While baking is often seen as a comforting and rewarding pursuit, it is also a pleasant, joyful, and magical activity that serves as an outlet for our creative expression. "A person's creativity can be expressed through baking, whether it be through small changes to a recipe or elaborate ways to decorate baked goods. I think people enjoy baking for many reasons aside from creative expression, some examples include relaxation, necessity (financial or time constraints), customization, the nice smells, tradition, etc."
Fat Rat Birthday Cake That I Made For My 11-Year-Old
My Stained Glass Cake. Anyone Else Miss Summer?
I am in Florida, so all we have is summer, but I LOVE the cake, especially the little bee … we have to save the bees!
Not Too Happy With It, But Here's The Cake I Made Myself For My 17th Birthday
Speaking of relaxation, it turns out that whipping up baked goods can take the weight of anxiety off our shoulders. A 2015 study found that people with high levels of stress start to bake to unwind and knead their worries away. Conducted by baking company Cake Angels, the survey found that one in three people said they felt more stressed than five years ago. Moreover, 80 percent revealed they took up baking to help relieve the pressure.
I Made Some Little Cinnamon-Blueberry Tarts, Inspired By Monet’s “Lilac Irises”
I Made Turning Red Macarons Because I Absolutely Love The New Movie! I Hope You Like Them! They Are Filled With Thai Milk Tea Anglaise Buttercream!
Does Sugar-Work Count? I Made Swans Out Of Isomalt Today In Pastry Class
While this engaging activity has the obvious positive effect of providing delicious and sweet bites, it also has a host of psychological perks. "Baking has the benefit of allowing people creative expression," Donna Pincus, associate professor of psychological and brain sciences at Boston University, told The Huffington Post. "There’s a lot of literature for connection between creative expression and overall wellbeing. Whether it’s painting or it’s making music [or baking], there is a stress relief that people get from having some kind of an outlet and a way to express themselves."
My Mom Is So Brilliant At Buttercream Roses, I’m So Proud
This Is My First Post, I Made Marshmallows Recently. They Are Not Beautiful Enough, But They Are Very Tasty. Much Better Than Store-Bought Ones
My Mom Is Going Through Chemotherapy And Never Knows What To Eat. This Morning She Asked For A Homemade Apple Pie. After Asking If I Could Buy Her One, I Made My First Pie
Absolutely scrumptious! I hope your mom enjoyed it, and is feeling better soon.
Moreover, bakers tend to be more mindful and focus on the task at hand instead of ruminating over their thoughts and causing a downward spiral. "Baking actually requires a lot of full attention. You have to measure, focus physically on rolling out dough. If you’re focusing on smell and taste, on being present with what you’re creating, that act of mindfulness in that present moment can also have a result in stress reduction," the professor explained.
This Year My Wife Made A Gingerbread Windmill! Almost 3 Feet Tall
This is just incredible. I can't imagine possessing the talent (and patience) to do this incredibly detailed icing. Gorgeous.
I'm Not A Pro But I Want To Share Something I Did For My Mom Who's A Beekeeper
I Called It Strawberry Splash
So if you feel ready to take up this rewarding activity but feel unsure of your abilities, the moderator of r/Baking explained there’s no harm in trying. After all, no matter how many times you’ve made a specific recipe or how skilled of a baker you are, no one is immune to the occasional blunders. "Don't be discouraged if your baking creation isn't as good as you expected it to be. One of the best ways to learn is through making mistakes," they concluded.
My Grandfather Was In The Hospital So I Made Some Thematically Relevant Cookies For His Nurses
What a clever idea! The packaging is terrific, and I bet the nursing staff loved them.
Birthday Cupcakes For A Purple-Loving Friend
I know several people who would fight over these being purple and all.
Not Happy About My Coworker Quitting
Attempted A Purple Palette Knife Cake For My Mom’s Birthday
Just Baked A QR Code Biscuit
Spent 2 Days On This But I Think It Was Worth It! Left Side Is Victoria Sponge, Right Side Is Carrot Cake!
Mahjong Chocolates
Maybe We Took The Sparkles Too Far. Customer Was Over The Moon So That’s All That Matters Right?!
I don't believe it's possible to take sparkles too far... and of course they were over the moon...look at this beauty!
Blueberry Cheesecake Bonbons! Technically Not A Baked Good But I Hope That’s Okay
Wifey Made Me A Birthday Cake Of My Favorite Simpsons Moment. Let's Get In A Quick Nine Down At The Pitch 'N' Putt!
My Holiday Cookies This Year! I Made Around 175 Of These All Together!
After Closing My Business Because Of Depression I Am Finally Feeling Better And Reopening! Here Is Some Of My Fudge
Made This Cake For Holi Festival! Raspberry Cake With Raspberry And Lemon Curd Fillings
Made My First Wedding Cake. Won’t Do It Again
The Bride Requested Cookies For Her Engagement Party. She Said “Star Wars, But Cute”
Wintery Knitted Sweater Cake!
I Made A Succulent Cake For My Mom's 75th Birthday. It's A Yellow Cake, Filled With Strawberry Mousse, And Frosted With Almond Buttercream
The Making Of My Raspberry & Poppyseed Tart, Inspired By The Wizard Of Oz
I Made A Gingerbread Tudor Cottage This Year!
Strawberry Tart Design For A Recipient Who Likes Mushrooms And Butterflies
Mini Cranberry Orange Tarts!
The Making Of My Recent Vikings-Themed Swiss Roll Cake. Vanilla Cake Filled With Apple Compote And Walnuts, Decorated With Cream Cheese Frosting And Cinnamon-Almond Cookies
Chocolate Hazelnut Garden Themed Cake
My mom, rest her soul, would love this cake... she was an avid gardener her entire life. What a great cake!
Tried The Panty Hose Trick To Tidy Up Icing And It Worked! Christmas Cookies Done
I googled it: the trick is to take a pantyhose (or preferably a food-safe cheese cloth) and put the icing through that before it goes in the piping bag. It will come out even with a good flow, no clumps.
I Was Asked To Make A Dessert For A Murder Mystery Party Tonight.. Did I Go Too Overboard!?
A Year Ago I Almost Gave Up Baking For Others Because Someone Was Rude About The Cake I Made For My Sister’s Birthday But You Gave Me Back My Confidence. I Just Made My First Tiered Cake For That Same Sister’s Bridal Shower
Needed To Spark Joy; Made Cupcakes
You made beautiful cupcakes... and they look deliciously chocolately too!
I Was Low On Cash This Christmas So I Made Brownie Boxes For Family
What a wonderful gift idea... I always appreciate gifts like this the most. As I've gotten older, I have enough perfume and bath stuff and all the rest... enough for two lifetimes, but the thoughtful homemade gifts, that show me that my friend cares enough about me to spend the time... those are the gifts I remember.
My First Lemon Tart. Fantastic Fresh Treat For Summer Here In New Zealand!
Apple And Vanilla Custard Tarte
An Untraditional Beach Themed Wedding Cake I Made Today!
Christmas Cake I Made For A Holiday Baking Competition At My Office!
My Daughter Is Obsessed With Chickens So I Made A Chicken Cake For Her Birthday Party!
Calico Cat Sugar Cookies
My Leche Flan Bear!
My Attempt Of Starry Night For My Mums Birthday
It Was My Husband's 30th Birthday Last Week So I Wanted To Make Him Exactly What He Fancied. This Was A Lot Easier Before There Was A Baby Crawling Around Everywhere!
Scary Pie- Before And After Baking
I Ran Out Of Time During The Holidays To Make A Gingerbread House, So I Decided To Make A Valentine/Spring Sugar Cookie House
My GF's Vegan And Gluten Free Lemon Tarte. She Doesn't Have Reddit But I Felt That It Really Needed To Be Seen
My Attempt At A Cupcake Wreath For My Son's Preschool Staff
Made Ukrainian Pampushky To Celebrate A Beautiful Culture And Good Garlic
I don't know what this is, but with this much garlic, i KNOW it's outrageously delicious. I am off to find a recipe... Glory to Ukraine!
Birthday Cake For My Girlfriend
This Is The First Time I’ve Been Proud Of Anything Enough To Post It Here! Lemon Drizzle Cupcakes With Lemon Buttercream
I Made This Vintage Style Cake The Other Day And I'm Very Proud Of The Design!
My Carrot Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting Didn’t Ripple For The First Time! Yay!
I love a good carrot cake! I'd just hate to cut this one! Beautiful!
Axolotl Cake I Made For My Boyfriends Mom
My Grans 77th Birthday Cake And My Nephews 3rd Birthday Cake Made In The Same Weekend... Let's Not Do That Again
Buttercream Flowers On A Vanilla And Lavender Cake!
My 8 Year Old Got Her Own Set Of Cooking Tools And Cookbooks For The Holidays. She Made Monkey Bread All By Herself!
It’s pull apart gooey little pieces of baked rolls. I believe there is cinnamon and brown sugar in the glaze. You don’t cut it, you just pull the little balls off. It can be used for anytime of the day.
Galette Des Rois. Reverse Puff Pastry, Handmade Lamination
Blue Pancakes
Co-Workers Last Day
My Mum Is Coming Today, Today!!! Haven't Seen Her For Almost 2 Years. Im All Over The Place So I Do What I Do Best - Vanilla Cake With Fresh Berries
My Daughter Wanted A Hamster Cake For Her Birthday. So I Did Cake And Cake Balls
My Mom Passed Away 6 Weeks Ago And Whenever I Bake Something My First Reaction Has Always Been To Send A Picture To Her. Finished Up These Ginger Cookies And Now I’m Making My First Baking Post To Fill The Void. Not As Depressing As It Sounds I Promise!
Key Lime Cream Tart!
Yay! You got the color perfect! Too many green key lime pies out there, but this one looks perfectly scrumptious!
I Baked My Son An Appa Cake From Avatar The Last Airbender
Baked A Cake For My Nans 80th Birthday With All Handmade Edible Flowers. She’s Had A Tough Year As Her Husband Of 60 Years Had To Go Into A Home So Wanted To Surprise Her As Flowers Are Her Favourite Thing
A Hand Painted Cake I Made For A Friend's Baby Shower
Finished My Chocolates Class Today! We Put Together A Buffet Display And It Was Really Fulfilling To See All My Work Over The Class Come Together And Pay Off
When It’s My Birthday Around Here, I Make My Own Cake! Meet Pete, He’s A Hoot!
A Friend Asked Me To Make A Birch Tree Cake
My Wife Was Going To Buy A Unicorn Cake For My Daughter's Birthday. I Figured I Would Bake One Myself For Twice The Money
Simple Blues Clues Cake For My New Years Eve Baby
Horror Themed Birthday Cake! The Necronomicon Ex-Mortis From Evil Dead. All Buttercream
Very cool! I have a friend who is a huge Harry Potter fan... I might try my hand at Tom Marvolo's Riddle book... which would be a lot easier for me than this one. Great work.
I’m A Pastry Student And My First Lab In A Cakes Class Was Last Night! I Was So Proud When I Saw That She Put My Cake In The Front Center When We Took Pictures For The Schools Instagram
Wreath Cake I Made For My Kids Music Department Bake Sale
Handmade Easter Chocolates. Swipe For Cut-Through And Flavours (Don't Have Cut Pics Of The Xl Eggs But They're Like Filled Chocolate Bars In Egg Shape). Really Proud Of My Flavour Picks For This Set
My Husband And I Had A No Recipe Cupcake Baking Competition Today
Homemade Doughnuts
Dinosaur Cookies!
They are so cute! I know how hard these type of cookies are to bake just right! Great job!
My Partner, Standing In Line At The Store: I Want That Cake For My Birthday. Me: Challenge Accepted!
I Made My Husband Medovik(Russian Honey Cake) For His Birthday. 12 Layers! What Do You Think?
Feeling Under The Weather And Can't Sit Still So Made Lemon Shaped Lemon Cakes With Lemon Icing, Now I'm Feeling Better!
I Made A Spinning Bb8 Birthday Cake For My Friend’s Son
Homemade ‘Reese’s Cups’ Shaped Like Hearts For My Friend’s 18th!
I Made Strawberry Cheesecake For My Grandma For Her Birthday
(Follow Up) I Posted About My First Time Making A Pie Yesterday. I Had To Wait Overnight For It To Set Up And…. It Set!!! I’m So Happy!
I Made Some Lemon Squares For My Favourite Human Being
My So Doesn’t Post On Reddit And I Keep Telling Him That You All Deserve To See His Beautiful Pies
My Second And First Attempt At Macarons, Look At The Difference!
Practice makes perfect! You are a very quick learner... that's quite a difference.
My Girlfriend And I Made This Baked Beans Cake For Our Housemates Birthday
Two Years Into The Pandemic, I Think I’m Finally Getting A Hang Of This Bread Thing
Excited That I Finally Made A Swiss Roll With A Defined Swirl!
I Didn’t Make This, My Husband Did. It Took Him All Day
I agree-anyone can cook, but baking is a skill that needs more recognition!
Load More Replies...Anyone else feeling hungry after that? And how can you actually dare to eat them, when they look so good?!
I agree-anyone can cook, but baking is a skill that needs more recognition!
Load More Replies...Anyone else feeling hungry after that? And how can you actually dare to eat them, when they look so good?!