The Ultimate Book of Cakes and Cookies

Name: The Ultimate Book of Cakes and Cookies
Brand: Random House New Zealand Ltd
SKU: 9781848992573
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365 Much-Loved Classics and New Favourites

By Hannah Miles

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The Ultimate Book of Cakes and Cookies by Hannah Miles is a delightful cookbook brimming with irresistible recipes. It offers a wonderful variety of cakes and cookies, providing both classic favourites and innovative new ideas. With clear instructions and creative tips, this book is perfect for bakers of all skill levels, making it an essential addition to any kitchen.
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You might enjoy this delightful collection if you're passionate about baking and eager to explore a variety of recipes for cakes and cookies. With treats suitable for every occasion and straightforward instructions, this book offers both novice and experienced bakers a chance to create scrumptious delights in their own kitchen.

The ultimate collection of every cake or cookie recipe you will ever need, written by BBC Masterchef finalist Hannah Miles.

Description

Home-baked cakes and cookies are one of life's great treats. Whatever the occasion—be it an afternoon break, a birthday, or a special dinner party dessert—you'll find just the recipe to inspire you in this mouth-watering collection.

Starting with an overview of basic baking techniques, ingredients, and equipment, beginners and more experienced bakers alike will find that it's easy to master the art of baking with this one-stop guide for cake and cookie lovers. Discover recipes from around the world:

Classic sponges as well as iced, fruit, or delicately flavoured cakes
Decorated cupcakes, muffins, or meringues
Tortes, cheesecakes, and gateaux galore
Quick and easy cookies and biscuits, plus brownies, flapjacks, and pastry-based slices
Birthday, wedding, and anniversary cakes, as well as delightful novelty cakes and cookies for children

The Ultimate Book of Cakes and Cookies is the ultimate collection of every cake or cookie recipe you will ever need, written by BBC Masterchef finalist Hannah Miles.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781848992573

Publisher: Watkins Media Limited

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 09 August 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Nourish Books

Edition: 0th New edition

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 160.0mm

Height: 190.0mm

Weight: 600g

Pages: 320

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About the Author

A lawyer and BBC MasterChef finalist, Hannah Miles has developed a second career as an author and food writer. She has published 31 cookbooks and is co-author on a further 8 books. Her books include The Gluten Free Baker, Pancakes and Waffles, Naked Cakes, Cheesecakes, Traybakes and Christmas Cookies. Recently she designed afternoon tea menus for the Imperial Hotel in Tokyo and the Japan's Barakura English Garden where she is a visiting lecturer.

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