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    Kimberlee Ho

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    Hi, I’m Kim — the baker behind Kickass Baker

    I’m Kim, the creator, recipe developer, and voice behind Kickass Baker, a baking site dedicated to approachable, from-scratch recipes that actually work in real home kitchens for busy families.

    I started Kickass Baker out of a love for baking that blends simple techniques, cultural inspiration, and a no-nonsense approach to flavor. My goal has always been simple: help home bakers feel confident, capable, and excited to bake - whether it’s their first loaf of bread or their fiftieth batch of cookies.

    My Baking Philosophy

    I believe great baking should be:

    • Approachable — no professional equipment or obscure ingredients required
    • Reliable — recipes should work the first time, not just look good online
    • Flavor-forward — because desserts should never be boring
    • Worth the effort — every recipe earns its place in your kitchen

    The recipes I publish are developed and tested with real life in mind - busy schedules, family gatherings, holidays, and the everyday joy of baking something delicious at home.

    What I Bake (and Share)

    On Kickass Baker, you’ll find recipes for:

    • Breads and bakery-style muffins
    • Cakes, cookies, and bars
    • Holiday and celebration bakes
    • No bake, one bowl, and beginner recipes

    Many of my recipes are inspired by family traditions, travel, and delicious flavors, reflecting the belief that baking is one of the most powerful ways we share love and connection.

    Recipe Development & Testing

    Every recipe on Kickass Baker is:

    • Developed by me
    • Tested multiple times for consistency
    • Written with clear, step-by-step instructions and visuals (something for everyone!)
    • Designed for busy home bakers of all experience levels

    I focus on clarity, accuracy, and helpful troubleshooting so you know why a recipe works - not just how to make it.

    Featured & Trusted By

    Kickass Baker reaches thousands of home bakers each year through search, social media, and email, and recipes are frequently saved, shared, and baked by readers around the world.

    The site is a member of Mediavine, a premium ad network for trusted creators, and follows best practices for recipe publishing, SEO, and user experience.

    Let’s Bake Together

    Baking is better when it’s shared. You can find me and Kickass Baker here:

    • Browse all recipes on KickassBaker.com. And read more about Kickass Baker.
    • Subscribe to the email list for baking tips and exclusive content
    • Follow along on social media for behind-the-scenes baking and inspiration

    Thanks for being here — now let’s go kickass ass in the kitchen!

    XO, Kim

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    Hey there!  Thank you so much for visiting Kickass Baker!  I’m Kim, the working mom and home baker behind this blog.  I know how crazy life can be.  Too often, we can beat ourselves up and give up things we enjoy because we think we aren’t great at them.  But you are kicking ass everyday and I’m here to help you bake up some crazy-good recipes and embrace your Kickass Baker!

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