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Welcome!

Jennifer of Bake or Break standing beside an oven removing freshly baked cookies from a parchment-lined baking sheet onto a wire rack

So glad you’re here! I’m Jennifer, and I’ve been sharing my favorite baking recipes here since 2006. Whether you’re new to baking or just looking for something simple and delicious, my goal is to make baking feel easy, approachable, and rewarding.

What You’ll Find Here

  • Tried-and-true baking recipes – Cookies, cakes, bars, muffins, and more.
  • Simple, clear instructions – Written with home bakers in mind.
  • Helpful tips – I share what works best in my own kitchen to help you feel confident in yours.

Start Exploring

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Recipe Index link as seen on mobile

🧁 Recipe Index – Browse recipes by type, ingredient, or season. You’ll find hundreds to choose from!
🍪 Love cookies? Start here.
🍰 Big fan of Bundt cakes? Take a look here.
🍫 Can’t get enough chocolate? Same. Find a new favorite here.

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Save recipe feature on Bake or Break

❤️ Save Your Favorites
Click the heart icon in the bottom-right corner of any recipe page to save it to your favorites. (You may need to enable cookies or be logged in to keep your list across visits.)

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Reader Favorites

Not sure where to start? These are some of the most-loved recipes on Bake or Break:

Stay Connected

You can also find me on InstagramPinterest, and Facebook.

Got a question or just want to say hi? You can email me here—I’d love to hear from you!