America’s top 10 favorite baked goods
Posted by staff / September 24, 2010
Americans are fiercely protective and passionate about beloved foods and recipes — and especially so when it comes to baked goods. Any favorites list (especially if based on editorial curiosity rather than hard data) is sure to spark debate, and we expect this one will be no different. And the fact that you can put your own twist on most baked goods makes a favorites list even more difficult. But we’re going to give it a shot.
What are some of our favorite regional dishes, hot out of the oven?
- Pretzels: Though it’s likely pretzels landed stateside on the Mayflower, the waves of Dutch immigrants heading to Pennsylvania in the 1800s cemented the state’s reputation as America’s pretzel capital.
- Blueberry Muffins: The native blueberry became a fast favorite in American muffin recipes, thanks to its sweetness, wide availability, and the cheerful, unique violet color spread throughout each morsel.
- Chocolate Chip Cookies: The exact year of the first chocolate chip cookie is up for debate. Different sources date its genesis to 1930, 1933 and 1937.
Full list at HowStuffWorks.com.
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