Procrastibaking

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Procrastibaking

A place to talk about our baking obsessions and avoid doing everything else. Luisa Gonzalez and Rachel Rhodes provide inspiration for baking projects and food for thought.

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    S8 E10 - In Which Rachel is Persnickety

    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 energy in miniature form!

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    S8 E8 - Spice Up Your Life

    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 kitchen suspense!

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    S8 E7 - Burning Away the Stress

    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 spiced pumpkin buns, and Luisa celebrates her birthday the best way possible... By baking her own pistachio lemon cake. Expect cozy flavors, big goals, and a little controlled chaos!

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    S8 E6 - Suffering for the Sponge

    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 challenges Rachel to pick between torta della nonna and maritozzo, and Rachel opts for the maritozzo. Expect bold flavors, ambitious bakes, and plenty of good-natured suffering along the way!

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    S8 E5 - Light it Up

    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 Great British Bake Off, they tackle savory pull-apart monkey bread. Luisa goes bold with a jalapeño cream cheese version, while Rachel makes three biscuit-dough variations: parmesan, green onion, and rosemary. Get ready for cozy bakes, big flavor, and a little controlled chaos!

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    Advent Calendar Day 12: Blood Orange & Embossed Gingerbread

    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 days before Christmas!

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    Advent Calendar Day 10: S8 E4 - Mint to Be

    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—Rachel goes for Chocolate Gingerbread, and Luisa makes stunning edible chocolate pinecones. Passport optional, sweet tooth required!

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    Advent Calendar Day 9: Christmas Cookie Collection Kickoff

    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 to a season full of merry mix-ins, holiday classics, and cookie goals!

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    Advent Calendar Day 8: Christmas Cookbook Review

    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 kitchen. Cozy up and get ready to add a few titles to your holiday wish list!

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    Advent Calendar Day 7: Elf Dessert and a Movie

    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, candy corn, and syrup. It’s time to cookie-fy a Christmas classic!

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    Advent Calendar Day 6: Luisa's Christmas Baking Memories

    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.

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    Advent Calendar Day 5: Mara's Christmas Takeover Episode

    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 sweetest traditions are the ones we share.

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    Advent Calendar Day 4: Rachel's Christmas Baking Memories

    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.

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    Advent Calendar Day 3: S8 E3 - Moussing Around

    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 an elegant mousse cake. It’s a world tour of Christmas treats with a side of challenge!

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    Advent Calendar Day 2: Rachel's Cookie Box Tips

    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 in style.Because nothing says ‘I love you’ like a box full of butter and joy.

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    Advent Calendar Day 1: Mara's Packing Tips

    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 baked goods without turning them into a pile of sugar-dusted rubble. It may not be a Christmas segment per se, but if you’re mailing cookies to loved ones this season, you’ll want these tips on your nice list!

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    S8 E2 - Cobblin'

    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 with mini apple, bacon, and caramelized onion pies, while Rachel keeps it sweet with mini pecan pumpkin pies. Big flavor, small bakes, and a whole lot of fun!

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    S7 E13 - I'm Never Making This Again

    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 treats: orange cardamom cookies from Rachel and raspberry swirl meringues from Luisa. It’s a flavorful finish to a delicious season!

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    S7 E12 - This One's Yucky

    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!) origin story behind baking powder. Sweet nostalgia, curious crumbs, and vintage bakes await!

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    Replay: Hobbits, Hogwarts & One Horrible Trifle

    In this Replay episode, we’re revisiting some of our favorite Dessert and a Movie moments! Start in the Hogwarts kitchens with a classic Treacle Tart, then brace yourself for one of the most infamous desserts in sitcom history: Rachel Green’s beef-filled trifle from Friends. Finally, journey to Middle-earth for a bite of Lembas Bread from The Lord of the Rings. It’s a magical, hilarious, and slightly horrifying journey through pop culture’s sweetest (and strangest) bakes!

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    S7 E11 - Cat-astrophic Macarons

    In this episode, it’s back to the Procrastibaking Book Club as Rachel and Luisa continue their delicious journey through B. Dylan Hollis’ Baking Yesteryear. Rachel bakes a Johnny Continental Cake from the 1920s, while Luisa takes on a groovy Avocado Pie from the 1960s. Then, in a new round of Would You Rather?, both take on macarons—Luisa nails some Hello Kitty cuties, while Rachel… runs into a macaron mishap!

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    Replay: Stars, Stripes, and Sweets

    In this Replay episode, we’re hitting the road—again! Join us as we revisit some of our favorite Bake Around the U.S. Road Trip segments from Season 3, featuring unforgettable bakes inspired by Alaska, South Carolina, and Hawaii. From snowy sweets to tropical treats, it’s a flavorful cross-country adventure you won’t want to miss!

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    S7 E10 - Speaking of Cookies...

    In this episode, it’s time for another round of Sweetarts! Rachel and Luisa get creative in the kitchen with bakes that balance sweet and tart flavors—Luisa makes zesty coconut lemon bars, while Rachel whips up a tropical coconut cream pie with passion fruit and meringue. Plus, the holiday spirit continues with a brand-new entry in their Christmas cookie series. Get ready for bold flavors, festive vibes, and plenty of baking inspiration!

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    S7 E9 - Bake It Like It's Hot

    In this episode, we’re Baking with the Stars—and this time, the star is none other than Snoop Dogg. Rachel and Luisa whip up his indulgent Gimme S’mores Pie from his cookbook From Crook to Cook. Then, Luisa sits down for a sweet and inspiring chat with Ethan and Elsa, the young founders of E ’n’ E Snacks, a company dedicated to making allergen-free treats that don’t skimp on flavor. It’s an episode full of heart, heat, and hella good bakes!

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    Bonus Batch: Tastes of Europe & Sweet Conversations

    In this Bonus Batch episode, Luisa kicks things off with a quick taste of her sweet adventures in Croatia and Italy (maritozzi, anyone?). But the main event? A delightful deep-dive with Katie Svoboda, pastry chef and owner of Sweet Skills Workshops. We chat all things cookies, creativity, and what it takes to build a business that’s as heartfelt as it is delicious. Grab a snack—this conversation is one to savor!

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    Best of Season 4: Rachel's Picks

    It’s time for another Best Of episode—this time, we’re spotlighting Rachel’s favorite segments from Season 4! First up, it’s a Beautiful Bakes feature inspired by Instagram, where the focus is all on bread: Rachel makes Danish bread while Luisa takes on Wool bread. Then, we revisit their delightful chat with Great British Bake-Off favorite Jürgen Krauss. And finally, it’s an Out and About adventure to LA’s iconic République Café Bakery. Join us for a celebration of beauty, bread, and bakery magic!

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    S7 E8 - Baking on the Internet

    In this episode, we’re heading back From the Bookstacks! Rachel and Luisa dig into the margins and headnotes of cookbooks and baking blogs, uncovering everything from heartfelt ingredient metaphors to hilariously unhinged comment section drama. Plus, they review a delicious batch of cookies sent by Mightylicious. Grab a snack—this one’s equal parts sweet, thoughtful, and laugh-out-loud funny!

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    S7 E7 - Baking 9 to 5

    In this episode, we’re Baking with the Stars—and this time, the star is none other than Dolly Parton! Rachel and Luisa both whip up her famous banana pudding recipe. Then, it’s time for a brand-new segment: Would You Rather?—where our hosts challenge each other to step out of their baking comfort zones. Rachel takes on a delicate Cremadette, while Luisa tackles a Nutella-filled Paris-Brest. Get ready for celebrity sweets, bold bakes, and a whole lot of delicious decision-making!

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    S7 E6 - Danish Delights & Holiday Bites

    We’re back Out and About! In this episode, Rachel and Luisa continue their California bakery adventure with a sweet stop in Solvang, where they visit two iconic Danish spots—Olsen’s Danish Village Bakery and Mortensen’s Danish Bakery. It’s a continuation of their travel tales from a few episodes back (remember République?). Plus, they’re adding more cheer to their Christmas cookie series! Luisa whips up blood orange olive oil cookies, while Rachel gets festive with embossed gingerbread. Join us for bakery reviews, holiday bakes, and plenty of cozy vibes!

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    Best of Season 4: Luisa's Picks

    We’re back with another Best Of episode—and this time, it’s all about Luisa’s favorites from Season 4! From our Dessert and a Movie bakes inspired by A Man Called Ove and World of Warcraft, to our season finale chat with the one and only Jürgen Krauss from The Great British Bake-Off, it’s a jam-packed trip down memory lane you won’t want to miss!

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    S7 E5 - Leave Brownies Alone

    In this episode, we dive back into our Procrastibaking Book Club with more retro bakes from B. Dylan Hollis’ Baking Yesteryear. Rachel takes on Pioneer Brownies from the 1900s, while Luisa whips up Unemployment Pudding from the 1920s. Plus, we introduce a brand-new segment—From the Bookstacks—where we explore the charming world of headnotes, handwritten cookbook scribbles, and baking blog comments. Join us for a nostalgic and thoughtful baking adventure!

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    S7 E4 - Bringing Up Brownie

    In this episode, it’s time for another Baking with the Stars segment as we recreate Katharine Hepburn’s famous brownie recipe. Plus, in our Sweetarts segment, Rachel shares her Blueberry Lemon Jelly Donut Focaccia, while Luisa bakes up a tropical Passionfruit Mango Pie. Join us for classic treats, creative bakes, and plenty of delicious discussion!

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    S7 E3 - LA Eats & Retro Treats

    In this episode, Rachel takes a trip to LA, and our hosts make their long-awaited return to one of the city’s most beloved cafes—République. Plus, we kick off a new installment of our Procrastibaking Book Club as we dive into Baking Yesteryear, the delightful cookbook by baker, author, and social media sensation B. Dylan Hollis. Join us for great food, nostalgic recipes, and plenty of baking banter!

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    Fallen Cake 8 (Bonus Mini-sode)

    It's our 8th round of our "Fallen Cake" bonus while you wait for our next full episode. Hear more of Luisa and Rachel's bloopers, fails, flubs and outtakes.

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    S7 E2 - Bake It Off

    Calling all Swifties! In this episode, we debut our brand-new segment, Baking With the Stars, by whipping up Taylor Swift’s famous Chai Cookie recipe. Plus, we sit down with The Great Cookie Challenge competitor, Lauren Jacobs, for a deep dive into the science of baking. Get ready for sweet treats and even sweeter insights!

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    S7 E1 - New and Improved

    Welcome to our Season 7 premiere! 🎉 This season, we’re tackling our baking bucket list, introducing brand-new segments, and spreading holiday cheer all year long with our new Christmas cookie series. Join us as we kick things off with plenty of delicious treats and festive fun!

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    Procrastibaking Christmas Special 2024

    Celebrate the season with us as we share our favorite Christmas 2024 bakes! Plus, we sit down with baker and Desi Bakes author Hetal Vasavada for a festive chat about holiday baking traditions and flavors. Get ready for plenty of sweet treats and seasonal cheer!

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    Thanksgiving Cookbook Special 2024

    In this special episode, we challenge each other to bake something new from our ever-growing cookbook collection, share our upcoming Thanksgiving bakes, and sit down with Food52 social media manager Linsey Sowa for a fun conversation about all things cookbooks. Get ready for plenty of inspiration and delicious discoveries!

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    S6 E13 - We Can Do Whatever We Want

    For our Season 6 finale, we’re taking you on a sweet adventure! In our Out and About segment, we review two must-visit bakeries from our trip to Charleston, SC. Plus, we dive into the art of intricate piping with our vintage bakes and wrap up our Jürgen Krauss Book Club series. Join us for one last delicious bite before we head into the next season!

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    S6 E12 - Turn Up the Spice

    In this episode, fate hands us a sweet challenge as we take on spiced cookies, test our skills with the infamous Paris 2024 Olympic chocolate muffins, and continue our deep dive into The German Baking Book by Jürgen Krauss. Get ready for bold flavors, baking adventures, and plenty of delicious discoveries!

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    Replay: Around the World in 40 Minutes

    Grab your hand mixer and pack your bags—we're globetrotting once again! In this special episode, we revisit our favorite Bake Around the World moments from Season 2, celebrating the best international bakes and flavors. Get ready for a delicious trip down memory lane!

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    Best of Season 3: Rachel's Picks

    It’s time for another Best Of episode! This time, we’re spotlighting Rachel’s favorite segments from Season 3. Join us for a trip down memory lane as we revisit some of the sweetest, most memorable moments!

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    S6 E9 - A Matcha Made in Heaven

    It’s alive!! IT'S ALIIIIVE!!! This episode, we channel our inner Dr. Frankenstein in our Frankenbake segment, fusing a hummingbird cake with a carrot cake for one monstrous creation. Plus, we dive into more boozy bakes featuring Jack Sparrow’s favorite spirit—RUM! And in our Roll-the-Dice challenge, fate decides our next baking adventure. Get ready for some spooky, spirited, and sweet surprises!

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    Best of Season 3: Luisa's Picks

    It’s time for another Best Of episode! This time, we’re highlighting Luisa’s favorite segments from Season 3. Join us as we revisit some of the most delightful, delicious, and unforgettable moments!

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    Replay: Choco-Lotsa Fun

    We’re cuckoo for cocoa! In this special Replay episode, we’re indulging in all things chocolate as we revisit our favorite choco-centric segments from past episodes. Grab a sweet treat and join us for a delicious trip down memory lane!

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

A place to talk about our baking obsessions and avoid doing everything else. Luisa Gonzalez and Rachel Rhodes provide inspiration for baking projects and food for thought.

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