The ThermoPro TP510 Waterproof Digital Candy Thermometer was the best. A candy thermometer is perfect for deep frying — another notoriously fickle task in a home kitchen. Even shallow or pan frying ...

To make delicious cakes, you not only need a precise recipe, you also need more equipment and support tools. One of the tools that you should prepare for your baking job is the thermometer. But to use ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. At-home candy making is an exact science, and when working with sugar, precise measurements and a watchful eye are required for the best ...

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I tested six popular thermometers and compared their ease of use, reading speed and design, and found two models I’d recommend to anyone for at-home use.