Procrastibaking

In this episode, it’s a Merry Midyear as Rachel and Luisa once again bring a little Christmas cheer to the middle of summer! In their Around the World – Christmas segment, Rachel bakes traditional German Pfeffernüsse cookies, while Luisa makes Swiss chocolate almond cookies. Then, they sit down with baker and author Maxine Scheckter to chat about her new book, Patisserie Made Simple: The Art of Pe...

In this episode, it’s A Little Heat, A Lot of Sweet as Rachel and Luisa return to Play with Pyro ! Rachel bakes a traditional French Far Breton, while Luisa makes mini blueberry lemon tarts topped with beautifully torched meringue. Then, in Meaning to Make , they finally cross a few long-awaited recipes off their baking bucket lists. Luisa tackles millionaire shortbread cookies (think: a very fanc...

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In this episode, Rachel and Luisa dive into unpopular baking opinions straight from Reddit (brace yourselves), then go tiny with a listener challenge from Facebook: mini, layered desserts! Luisa makes a mini salted caramel apple cheesecake trifle, while Rachel builds blackberry cheesecake brownie trifles topped with pistachio mousseline. Expect hot takes, little cups of chaos, and big dessert ener...

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In this episode, Rachel and Luisa are back with another Roll the Dice Challenge —and the dice demand cookies… with spice! Rachel rolls her way into cinnamon-sugar bliss with churro cookies, while Luisa goes bold with chocolate garam masala cookies. Then, inspired by The Great British Bake Off , they take on a showstopper-level bake: soufflé. Expect sweet heat, big flavor swings, and a little kitch...

In this episode, Rachel and Luisa are back for another round of Play with Pyro. Because if there’s a kitchen torch involved, Luisa is there . Rachel makes a classic buttermilk pie, while Luisa bakes guava shortbread cookies topped with torched meringue for a fiery finish. Then it’s time for Meaning to Make , where they finally tackle bakes they’ve been dreaming about for ages: Rachel whips up spic...

In this episode, Rachel and Luisa embrace a little Suffering for the Sponge as they tackle a Great British Bake-Off–inspired bake: orange cardamom steamed sponges. Then it’s time for Would You Rather? , where the challenges get increasingly intricate. Rachel dares Luisa to choose between a croissant loaf or an intricately designed pie... Luisa goes for the croissant loaf. Meanwhile, Luisa challeng...

In this episode, Rachel and Luisa Light It Up —and yes, there’s fire involved. 🔥 In true Luisa fashion (she definitely isn’t a pyromaniac… probably), the hosts break out the kitchen torch for two flame-kissed desserts: Rachel makes honey goat cheese–stuffed caramelized figs, and Luisa torches sweet potato casserole cookies topped with mini marshmallows. Plus, inspired by the newest season of The...

It’s Day 12—the final day of the Procrastibaking Advent Calendar —and we’re ending our countdown with one last batch of holiday magic! 🎄🍪 This throwback segment from season 7, features another entry in our Christmas Cookie Collection : Luisa bakes bright, citrusy blood orange olive oil cookies, while Rachel gets festive (and fancy!) with embossed gingerbread. The perfect sweet send-off just two...

It’s Day 10 of the Procrastibaking Advent Calendar —and this one’s a full-sized, brand-new episode! Rachel and Luisa continue their Around the World – Christmas segment with international holiday sweets: Luisa bakes Orahnjača, a beloved Croatian walnut roll, while Rachel makes Norwegian Mint Balls. Then it’s time for Meaning to Make , where they finally tackle bakes they’ve been meaning to try—Rac...

It’s Day 9 of the Procrastibaking Advent Calendar ! 🎄🍪 Today we’re rewinding back to the Season 7 premiere , where Rachel and Luisa debut their Christmas Cookie Collection segment. Because why wait until December to bake spirits bright, year round? For the very first entry in the series, Rachel makes festive stained glass cookies, while Luisa whips up swirled Christmas cookies. It’s the kickoff...

It’s Day 8 of the Procrastibaking Advent Calendar ! Today’s mini episode is another special clip from our Procrastibaking Christmas Party livestream. This time featuring guest Carrie from Cookbook Divas ! Carrie joins Rachel and Luisa to review holiday baking cookbooks, share what makes a Christmas cookbook truly worth baking from, and help you find the perfect festive inspiration for your own kit...

It’s Day 7 of the Procrastibaking Advent Calendar , and today we’re heading to the North Pole. By way of the movies! In this Dessert and a Movie segment from Season 3, Rachel and Luisa take on the ultimate challenge: recreating Buddy the Elf’s infamous syrup-covered spaghetti… but as an actually edible cookie. Pop Tarts? Check. M&Ms? Check. Maple syrup? Of course! Grab your candy, candy canes,...

It’s Day 6 of the Procrastibaking Advent Calendar , and today it’s Luisa’s turn to take us down memory lane. In this heartfelt mini episode from our archives, Luisa shares her Christmas baking origin story, reminiscing about decorating sugar cookies as a kid and how she’s continued the tradition with loved ones ever since.

It’s Day 5 of the Procrastibaking Advent Calendar , and today we’re handing over the mic! 🎙️🎄 In this special throwback from our mini Procrastibaking Takeover series, guest host Mara Webster shares her favorite Christmas baking memories and reflects on the importance of giving back during the holiday season. It’s a cozy, thoughtful interlude filled with holiday spirit, and a reminder that the swe...

It’s Day 4 of the Procrastibaking Advent Calendar , and today we’re getting nostalgic. In this sweet throwback from a past bonus mini episode, Rachel shares one of her favorite childhood holiday memories: baking Buckeyes with her family. It’s a short and heartfelt moment that reminds us all why holiday baking is about more than just the treats. It’s about the traditions that stick.

In this episode, Rachel and Luisa take their holiday baking global with the debut of their new segment: Around the World – Christmas ! Luisa makes a rich and cozy Malva Pudding from South Africa, while Rachel bakes a spiced Cornish Fairing from the UK. Then it’s time for another round of Would You Rather? , where the baking dares get festive—Rachel tackles a layered Choco-Flan, and Luisa takes on...

It’s Day 2 of the Procrastibaking Advent Calendar , and we’re thinking inside the (cookie) box! This bite-sized episode features a 3-minute clip from our Procrastibaking Christmas Party livestream, where Rachel shares her favorite tips for creating a stunning holiday cookie box. Whether you’re delivering it by hand or mailing it to a faraway friend, her ideas will help you stack, pack, and snack i...

Welcome to Day 1 of the Procrastibaking Advent Calendar ! We’re counting down to Christmas with 12 days of Christmas content—a special collection of festive episodes and throwback segments to keep your spirits (and ovens) warm all season long. We’re kicking things off with a cozy throwback to Season 1, where Rachel and Luisa are joined by Rachel’s sister, Mara, to share essential tips for shipping...

In this episode, things get fiery and a little fluffy in the debut of our new segment, Play with Pyro ! Rachel’s Drunken Monkey Bites take a marshmallow-y turn, earning the new name "Drunken Rachel Bites." Meanwhile, Luisa brings the heat with a silky Banana Crème Brûlée. Then it’s on to our next new segment, Make Mine a Mini , where classic desserts get a tiny twist. Luisa goes savory w...

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It’s the Season 7 finale, and we’re going out with a sweet challenge! In this episode’s Would You Rather? segment, Rachel and Luisa push each other outside their baking comfort zones. Luisa takes on a playful cake with Play-Doh-inspired frosting, while Rachel bakes a unique chocolate plum upside-down cake. Plus, they wrap up the Christmas Cookie Collection series with one final batch of festive tr...

In this episode, Rachel and Luisa return to the Procrastibaking Book Club for another trip through B. Dylan Hollis’ Baking Yesteryear . Luisa whips up the decadently named "Food for the Gods" from 1909, while Rachel bakes the retro-tastic "PB King Cake." Then it’s back From the Bookstacks for more deep dives into cookbook margins, headnotes, and blog comments—including a surprising (and romantic!)...