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We’re all craving something sweet and soothing during the quarantine. So why not try out that banana bread recipe that's been hanging on your fridge for over two years now? I mean, the ten boxes of eggs, aka your coronapocalypse hoard, ain't gonna bake themselves.

The pans are flying in no time and the solo baking show is on. The timer goes off and there you have it—a doughy monstrosity and impressive baking fail. Bored Panda has collected the most unsuccessful attempts right down below that will hopefully spark your inner chef, because whatever you make… it can’t be that bad. Been there, baked that? Share your quarantine bake-off stories in the comments! 

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

"Its a its aaah rocket ship.yeah a rocketship. " "Death to Smoochie" a great adult humor Robin Williams movie

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You’re not the only one considering making banana bread. The global pandemic has turned many into avid home bakers. In fact, there are so many of them that suppliers have been forced to increase production.

Bloomberg reports that baking staples have become a sort-of luxury. Baking yeast sales were up 457% over last year for the week ending March 28. Flour was up 155%, butter up 73%, baking powder up 178%, and eggs up 48%.

Robert Harper, the president at Hopkinsville Milling Co., said the company is packing twice as much flour as usual. Harper commented: “It started to look like Thanksgiving and Christmas all rolled into one. People have time on their hands and are trying to save some money.”

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Cut them up post bake when they’re still a little soft. Or if they’re a little hard crumble them up into large chunks and sprinkle on ice cream. Nom.

KCN
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Or dump them in a bowl, pour milk over them and eat them for breakfast. Probably have less sugar than most breakfast cereals.

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Kesam
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Day #500 of quarantine. We're out of food. Eating cow pats to stay alive.

NanZ
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I have to say that they look yummy. I would just count it as one big cookie and eat it!

Well, I Tried
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Oh come on cookies! It's because of cookies like you that we have to stay in quarantine!

Frozengeckolover
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is how my husband bakes cookies. I always say, "Now remember: they will spread." And he ALWAYS says, "I know! I'm not stupid!" And then they turn out like this. They still taste good, but it still makes me laugh.

O Jackson
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

At least you get a big cookie. Coolie monster would LOVE this!

Jenneth Allison
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Less butter and more flour next time and you can always add and extra egg to keep them chewy. When making cookies your dough should be firm so that when you scoop it it’s kinda stiff. Ish.

marnidarr
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I don't see the problem. You baked a cookie. Oh, did you have company?

Bob Connely
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I've had Dairy Cattle that had piles that looked an awful lot like that...

Karen Schmidt
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Uh, you forgot something! ;) There have been delinquent cookies in my past, too.

rehabisforquitters
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I swear I've seen something just like this in a pasture close to my house...

Lej Sherst
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

cut them apart and put ice cream in between for ice cream sandwiches.

Janis Wise
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

They look like grandma’s naked a*s. I’ve never seen that mind you, Uh, that’s just what I think it would look like.

Sharon-Shay Walsh
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Ooooooo take 2 big chunks and put a scoop of ice cream and chocolate syrup in the middle.

Pamela E Brueckner
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Gosh, brings back warm memories of my son's 16 birthday...his cake was a mess and he was disgusted with my baking attempt s

Toby Munshin
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Quarantine them and send them to your local hospital staffs. They need it. And they deserve it. I bet they haven't had a break since last month.

Toby Munshin
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

quarantine them and give them to your local hospital staffs. They need it. They deserve it.

melbfk
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Just consider it to be one large cookie and all is well.

melanie bly
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That's one big cookie. There's a lot you can make out of this monster.

Joanne Hudson
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I would LOVE it cut in 4s. I love giant cookies to nibble on and on and on.

Id row
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Put the dough in the fridge for at least a half hour before baking it. Also, add a half teaspoon of cream of tartar. That would have fixed this issue 100%.

Alecto Carrow
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's OK, you can eat the whole thing and still technically say 'I've only had one cookie'.

Lennyn Arndt
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Still looks tasty. Only difference is that now its a giant butterfly.

CHUA YEE HWEE
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

lol!🤣looks yum dough!(geddit?!) i think you should just eat it like that☆*: .。. o(≧▽≦)o .。.:*☆

Full Name
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Gotta watch that waistline so make sure you only eat one cookie at a time. I see one cookie here.

Sue_Doe
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Sweetie, that is not a cookie. Love the effort, though :-)

Jjjane20
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It kind of looks like something that cow has made, but it's still cookie and I would eat it.

Raine Soo
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This happened to me when I tried to bake chocolate chip shortbread, except mine managed to fill up the whole sheet.

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My make-shift attempt at making a bunny failed me, but I think I baked a fat cat instead? 

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Thinks first picture was the after, looks at second picture, what the hell!!!!

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Bored Panda contacted Beth Coombes, a professional pastry chef and the owner of bespoke bakery Pili Pala Cakehouse, who told us about everything you need to know to bake in quarantine like a pro.

Beth suggests always reading your recipe in full before just going for it. “Baking is such a science and things must be done in the correct order to achieve the end result you want,” she explained. Plus, always weigh your ingredients before starting so you can concentrate on the method while making it.

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So...this looked to be baking perfectly and happily in the oven...this was the surprise on the other side

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“Ummm....are the cinnamon buns supposed to try and escape from the pan?

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The pastry chef named a couple of beginner’s mistakes that are best to avoid. One of the most common ones is setting the oven to the right temperature. “Cakes cook on so many different temperatures to get different results, so don’t think 'ah, this temp will do,' as it might not work, and you’ll learn that the hard way.”

Another common mistake that anyone who is new to baking could make is simply not knowing the technique. “For example, 'beating' or 'folding' techniques. If you’re not sure what a word means, give it a little google first and you’ll be good to go.”

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If you can decide on a recipe to try out when in quarantine, Beth has shared her super-easy salted caramel brownies recipe with all the Pandas out there. The ingredients you’ll need are: 170g dark chocolate, 170g unsalted butter, 3 eggs, 225g caster sugar, 50g cocoa, 50g plain flour, ½ tsp sea salt, 100g salted caramel.

“Preheat your oven to 150℃ and line a 11”/8” tin. First, melt the chocolate and butter together and leave to cool for a couple of minutes. Then, whisk your eggs and sugar together until combined before adding your chocolatey butter mixture. Continue to gently whisk until it all comes together, then add your cocoa powder, flour, and salt. Fold this together, to make sure it’s all smooth and combined—it will be super-thick and shiny.”

“Lastly, add half of your salted caramel to the brownie, fold, and combine. Pour this in the tin, then drizzle and swirl the other half through the brownie. Give it a couple of taps on the table to level it out and bake it in the oven for 20-25 minutes.” 

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“Once ready, it should still be a little wobbly in the center, but crusted and set around the edges. You must leave this to cool for a few hours before cutting into squares and indulging—trust me, it will totally be worth it!” Bon appetit!

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Baking fail. My macarons exploded and didn’t grow feet.
I’m pretty sure it had to do with my almond flour. I made my own and I think it was too moist. I haven’t been able to find ready made almond flour but almonds are readily available. I’m gonna try again

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In my attempt at making pizza, i discovered my yeast had expired in 2010. And the supermarkets had ran out of yeast. Then I read about making yeast from dried fruit. I used dried longan and here is an interesting outcome. The dough was stretchy and after baking, I ended up with a very pleasant tasting crispy and slightly chewy sweetish flatbread. It went really well with crunchy peanut butter

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Or make a sourdough starter. You won't get your pizza for a week, but it'll be awesome.

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Sadly my challahday easter bunny didn't quite work out. Seems to have come down with some hip dysplasia, ear disconnection, and a touch of elephantiasis in the oven... I think the main culprits here were uneven working of the various strands, slight underproofing, and perhaps some rusty baking skills. Next time..

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A bit too much of baking soda

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Sweet f’n dreams people!!

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That's how everyone looks after years of smoking carrots. It catches up with you.

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I think I made the peanut butter cookies a bit too big.

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He’s baaaaaa-ck! 3. Oh no!! 4. Sleepy sheepy

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I tried to make pretzels and they went MUTANT 

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i am normally a good baker. i found a recipe for egg custard pie. i told my husband 2 go 2 the store to get the ingredients (only 1 person per family is allowed in the store and i cannot be trusted because i come home with a whole bunch of junk food lol). 1 of the ingredients were pie crust, i told him the pie crust are in the refrigerated section near the eggs and where the cookie dough is. he came home with pie crust from the freezer in a pie plate already....i have never seen these in my life and the pie dish was not deep. this was the outcome of using pie crust i have never made before. apparently the egg custard somehow got under the pie crusts while baking, and that big bubble in the middle is the pie crust

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Lesson 1. Make your own pie crust. Lesson 2. Pastry formula: half fat to flour. EG. 8 oz flour 4 oz fat. Lesson 3. Use butter, freeze it, grate it into the flour, cut together with a butter knife, add COLD water( 1/4 to 1/2 a cup) gradually, stirring gently until dough comes together, leave in fridge for 30 mins before rolling out (this lets the gluten in the flour relax and stops the pastry being tough) Enjoy

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This are the kind of pictures that you just keep laughing at even though you can’t figure out what exactly is so funny about them.

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We tried a new Recipe today... OJ Easter Cupcakes 

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Looks like they had a fight with gravity, and lost ;)

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The first thing that came into my mind was Nibbler when he poops dark matter ;)

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Before and after quarantine poor bunnies

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This was my first attempt in making resurrection rolls. While it was a very good lesson for the kids, they didn’t turn out like they were supposed to

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My attempt at a blueberry muffin ring.

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4 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Too much moisture which was why they flattened out and you cooked them on too high a temperature.

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Lots of people not watching their bakes and cooking them on too high temperatures.

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Meant to be lemon pound cake. Starting to look more like lemon soup

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Baking fail lemon tea cake edition. RIP.

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