Wondering why cookies often bake at 350 F, and veggies roast at 425 F?
Getting creative in the kitchen doesn’t mean you must decipher what needs to bake at what temperature.
We’ve created a comprehensive guide that explains which temperature is best for every cooking or baking system.
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325-350 F:This is probably the range you use most oftenand there’s a reason for that.
Cakes are also typically baked at 350 F since they have a fair amount of sugar.
This is also the perfect roasting temperature for chicken to ensure golden, crispy skin.
425-450 F:If you want perfect golden roasted vegetables, this is the temperature for you.
475-500 F:Things are starting to get hot in here.
