Baking Yesteryear

Baking Yesteryear is a delightful decade-by-decade bakebook that transports readers through the 20th century, highlighting the most memorable (and a few forgettable) baking recipes from each era. This unique collection, crafted by the charismatic B. Dylan Hollis, invites baking enthusiasts to rediscover the culinary treasures of yesteryear, blending historical nostalgia with a contemporary twist.

If you're tired of baking the same recipes time and again, Baking Yesteryear offers a refreshing escape into the bygone days of culinary creativity. With a playful sprinkle of humour and a generous helping of fun, Dylan guides you through a delectable journey of forgotten favourites, from the chocolate potato cake of the 1910s to the avocado pie of the 1960s.

Dylan, known for his quirky and compelling social media presence, has sifted through hundreds of antique cookbooks to curate only the finest and most intriguing recipes for this bakebook. Alongside these gems, he includes a few of the most bizarre and spectacular failures that are bound to challenge and entertain even the daring baker.

The book features some of Dylan's personal favourites, sure to tantalise your taste buds and leave you craving more, such as:

• 1909 Cornflake Macaroons
• 1918 ANZAC Biscuits
• Great Depression Peanut Butter Bread
• 1940s Chocolate Sauerkraut Cake
• 1956 Mayonnaise Cake
• 1970s Potato Chip Cookies

Baking Yesteryear boasts 101 meticulously curated recipes, promising a delicious and educational voyage through bygone decades. With Dylan’s larger-than-life personality and a flair for comedic puns, baking with him is an experience that never gets old. Step into the past and savour the flavours that have transcended generations, perfect for both seasoned bakers and novices alike.

Join Dylan Hollis on this culinary adventure to explore the rich history of baking and the fascinating stories behind each recipe. Whether you're looking to revive old favourites or daring enough to try the peculiar concoctions that history has to offer, Baking Yesteryear is your perfect guide to the whimsical world of vintage baking.