<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Baking with Lex]]></title><description><![CDATA[Baking With Lex]]></description><link>https://ajmediadesigns.wixsite.com/baking-with-lex/recipes</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 19:37:19 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://ajmediadesigns.wixsite.com/baking-with-lex/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[The Ultimate Guide to Perfecting Classic Homemade Sourdough Bread]]></title><description><![CDATA[Behold the Bread of Dreams! Gather 'round, flour enthusiasts! After much kneading and a sprinkle of magic, I’ve cracked the ultimate sourdough recipe. This isn’t just any sourdough; it’s a trusty sidekick in your baking adventures, perfect for both beginners and pros. It yields two large loaves  that will make your taste buds dance!  Why You’ll Love It Chewy Crumb:  Each bite is a warm hug from a fluffy cloud. Rich Flavor:  It has more personality than a cat video! Adaptable:  Add your...]]></description><link>https://ajmediadesigns.wixsite.com/baking-with-lex/post/the-ultimate-guide-to-perfecting-classic-homemade-sourdough-bread</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6984f5134ef7940ceef246f6</guid><category><![CDATA[Tips and Tricks]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 20:31:03 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_de32c725cf2d4123889d72e428c0a912~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Alexis Joannou</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baking Therapy ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Finding Calm in the Kitchen Sometimes life feels like too much —never-ending to-do lists, constant pings from your phone, and the...]]></description><link>https://ajmediadesigns.wixsite.com/baking-with-lex/post/baking-therapy</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68bf3565f2b287367acd7bc7</guid><category><![CDATA[Tips and Tricks]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 09 Oct 2025 21:30:22 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f760c247f5a24395802e6379051e91ca.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Alexis Joannou</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[From Starter to Slice]]></title><description><![CDATA[My Sourdough Journey When I baked my very first sourdough loaf, I’ll admit I was intimidated. A bubbling jar of flour and water didn’t seem like the kind of thing that could turn into a golden, crusty loaf of bread. But once I took the leap, I realized sourdough wasn’t just about bread it was about slowing down, learning patience, and celebrating the small wins along the way. The Beginning: My Starter It all began with a jar on the counter. Every morning, I fed it a simple mix of flour and...]]></description><link>https://ajmediadesigns.wixsite.com/baking-with-lex/post/from-starter-to-slice</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68bf3419fa139c3c205e8406</guid><category><![CDATA[Tips and Tricks]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 17 Sep 2025 19:16:56 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5ae6fd_a8578172158d4990afb20aa1cd7959e4~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Alexis Joannou</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sourdough Discard Fall Recipes!]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fall Baking Featuring Recipes that use Sourdough Discard.]]></description><link>https://ajmediadesigns.wixsite.com/baking-with-lex/post/the-holidays-are-already-coming-up-time-to-start-planning-sourdough-discard-recipes</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68af6abc149b6c469a65a9ff</guid><category><![CDATA[Tips and Tricks]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 27 Aug 2025 21:39:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/90a71c8dd2ec4b3c9e985b3a753eb1b9.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Alexis Joannou</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Secret to Crackly Crust Every Time]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dutch Oven Steam Hack for Bakery-Level Bread If you're looking to elevate your homemade bread to the next level, the Dutch oven steam...]]></description><link>https://ajmediadesigns.wixsite.com/baking-with-lex/post/the-secret-to-crackly-crust-every-time</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68aa11dfb07211a4b5825fe4</guid><category><![CDATA[Tips and Tricks]]></category><pubDate>Sat, 23 Aug 2025 19:18:11 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5ae6fd_8176ff8507e044c78c9f70519211bf68~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_822,h_578,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Alexis Joannou</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baking Tools ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Introduction to Baking Tools Baking is an art that requires not only creativity and patience but also the right tools to bring your...]]></description><link>https://ajmediadesigns.wixsite.com/baking-with-lex/post/baking-tools</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68a90d1397014eb98fb6cb1d</guid><category><![CDATA[Tips and Tricks]]></category><pubDate>Sat, 23 Aug 2025 00:56:19 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5ae6fd_1b29d77338a6486b968515f5ce351697~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Alexis Joannou</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Hidden Rhythm of Sourdough Fermentation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Introduction to Sourdough Baking Ever wonder how sourdough transforms from simple ingredients into a crusty masterpiece? This fascinating...]]></description><link>https://ajmediadesigns.wixsite.com/baking-with-lex/post/the-hidden-rhythm-of-sourdough-fermentation</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68a68282e3204b051371c562</guid><category><![CDATA[Tips and Tricks]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 21 Aug 2025 02:46:52 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5ae6fd_913da3ed61ee45c2b9bf5ae1a2e32f21~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_736,h_920,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Alexis Joannou</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[ Why Your Sourdough Isn’t Rising (and How to Fix It)]]></title><description><![CDATA[There’s nothing more discouraging than mixing up your sourdough dough, leaving it to rise, and then coming back hours later to find it...]]></description><link>https://ajmediadesigns.wixsite.com/baking-with-lex/post/why-your-sourdough-isn-t-rising-and-how-to-fix-it</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68a63a92e79b5ef71b5e561b</guid><category><![CDATA[Tips and Tricks]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 20 Aug 2025 21:28:52 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_59ef1dcd7b464f04b5bbd65dadb8682e~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Alexis Joannou</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Triple Chocolate Mousse Cake]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ingredients For the Chocolate Cake: 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1 cup granulated sugar 1/2 tsp baking powder...]]></description><link>https://ajmediadesigns.wixsite.com/baking-with-lex/post/triple-chocolate-mousse-cake</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68a4e0556aa481be4934825c</guid><category><![CDATA[Sweets]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 19 Aug 2025 20:43:20 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5ae6fd_59e44aabef124aaeb79665f31920b3a0~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Alexis Joannou</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Red Velvet Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ingredients Cupcake Ingredients 1 cup granulated sugar 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon cocoa powder ½ teaspoon salt 1 cup vegetable oil...]]></description><link>https://ajmediadesigns.wixsite.com/baking-with-lex/post/red-velvet-cupcakes-with-cream-cheese-frosting</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68a3815534b07f0731c4a033</guid><category><![CDATA[Sweets]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 18 Aug 2025 19:42:27 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5ae6fd_f7e29bc195c74b0a82c27bc21b008916~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Alexis Joannou</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ricotta Cookies ]]></title><description><![CDATA[These soft and delicious ricotta cookies are perfect for any occasion. They are light, fluffy, and have a delightful flavor. Here’s how...]]></description><link>https://ajmediadesigns.wixsite.com/baking-with-lex/post/ricotta-cookies</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68a37eed054d02f5f63b1075</guid><category><![CDATA[Sweets]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 18 Aug 2025 19:35:45 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5ae6fd_bb7f90b5c2a945eea80496cc0eee192f~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Alexis Joannou</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Classic Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ingredients 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened 3/4 cup granulated sugar 3/4 cup packed brown sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2...]]></description><link>https://ajmediadesigns.wixsite.com/baking-with-lex/post/classic-chocolate-chip-cookie-recipe</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68a37a896aa481be4930cff1</guid><category><![CDATA[Sweets]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 18 Aug 2025 19:16:39 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5ae6fd_36174a02466b477dbbc183a2959de122~mv2.webp/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Alexis Joannou</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>