10 Easy Baking Recipes for Beginners

Baking can feel intimidating if you’ve never done it before, but the truth is, you don’t need fancy equipment or years of experience to make something delicious! Whether you’re craving cookies, cake, or fresh bread, these easy baking recipes are perfect for beginners. Each one is simple, requires minimal ingredients, and delivers mouthwatering results.

1. Classic Sugar Cookies Recipe

These sugar cookies are soft, chewy, and perfect for any occasion!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 ½ cups (315g) all-purpose flour
• ½ teaspoon baking powder
• ¼ teaspoon salt

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
3. Add the egg and vanilla extract and mix until combined.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
5. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
6. Roll the dough into small balls and place them on the baking sheet. Flatten slightly.
7. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges turn golden.
8. Let cool before enjoying!

2. One-Bowl Chocolate Mug Cake Recipe

No oven? No problem! This rich and fluffy chocolate mug cake comes together in just 5 minutes.

Ingredients:

• ¼ cup (30g) all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons (25g) sugar
• 2 tablespoons (15g) cocoa powder
• ¼ teaspoon baking powder
• ¼ cup (60ml) milk (or non-dairy alternative)
• 2 tablespoons (30ml) vegetable oil
• ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. In a microwave-safe mug, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, and baking powder.
2. Add milk, oil, and vanilla extract and stir until smooth.
3. Microwave for 60-90 seconds until the cake rises and is firm on top.
4. Let cool slightly before digging in!

3. Super Moist Banana Bread Recipe

Got overripe bananas? Turn them into banana bread with this easy, no-mixer recipe!

Ingredients:

• 2 ripe bananas, mashed
• ½ cup (100g) sugar
• 1 large egg
• ¼ cup (60ml) melted butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon salt

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
2. In a large bowl, mix together mashed bananas, sugar, egg, butter, and vanilla.
3. Add flour, baking soda, and salt and stir until just combined.
4. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 50-60 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
5. Let cool before slicing.

4. 3-Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies Recipe

No flour? No problem! These peanut butter cookies are gluten-free and packed with flavor.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup (250g) peanut butter
• ¾ cup (150g) sugar
• 1 large egg

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Mix all ingredients in a bowl until smooth.
3. Roll into balls, place on the baking sheet, and press with a fork to create a crisscross pattern.
4. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set.
5. Let cool and enjoy!

5. Fluffy Pancakes (No Mixer Needed!) Recipe

These pancakes are light, fluffy, and require just a whisk and bowl.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons (25g) sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ¾ cup (180ml) milk
• 1 large egg
• 2 tablespoons (30g) melted butter

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
2. In another bowl, mix milk, egg, and melted butter.
3. Combine wet and dry ingredients, stirring just until mixed.
4. Heat a pan over medium heat and grease lightly.
5. Pour ¼ cup batter per pancake and cook until bubbles form. Flip and cook another minute.
6. Serve with syrup or fruit!

6. No-Knead Bread Recipe

This artisan-style bread requires no kneading and bakes up beautifully.

Ingredients:

• 3 cups (375g) all-purpose flour
• 1 ½ teaspoons salt
• ½ teaspoon instant yeast
• 1 ½ cups (360ml) warm water

Instructions:

1. Mix all ingredients in a bowl. Cover and let sit for 12-18 hours.
2. Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C). Place a Dutch oven inside.
3. Shape dough into a ball, place in the Dutch oven, and cover.
4. Bake 30 minutes covered, then 15 minutes uncovered.
5. Let cool before slicing!

7. Fudgy Brownies Recipe

Thick, fudgy, and loaded with chocolate!

Ingredients:

• ½ cup (113g) butter, melted
• 1 cup (200g) sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ cup (65g) cocoa powder
• ½ cup (65g) flour
• ¼ teaspoon salt

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking pan.
2. Whisk together butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla.
3. Stir in cocoa, flour, and salt.
4. Spread in pan and bake for 20-25 minutes.
5. Cool, slice, and enjoy!

Final Thoughts

These easy baking recipes are perfect for beginners looking to gain confidence in the kitchen! Which one will you try first? Let me know in the comments! 😊🍪🎂

Would you like more beginner-friendly baking tips? Let me know! 🚀