Baking for Dummies

Over 100 recipes for anything you could possibly want to bake
 
Baking For Dummies is your go-to source for basic instructions and easy-to-follow recipes. Learn to make delicious and impressive cookies, cakes, breads, cupcakes, frostings, pies, muffins, cobblers, quiches, and beyond. Elevate your next get together by crafting a dessert charcuterie board or serving decadent individual quiches, savory scones, and homemade rolls--it's a step up from store bought cookies and cakes, for sure. In this low-key Dummies guide, you'll find lists of basic ingredients and essential equipment, plus explanations of baking techniques and definitions of baking terms and techniques you'll need to know. This book also covers basic kitchen prep, time-saving tricks, kid-friendly baking recipes, allergy and dietary modifications--this book has it all.
* Learn to bake impressive desserts and wonderful breads, even if you're a first timer
* Start at the beginning with clear explanations of how to master the basics
* Discover great ideas for special-occasion goodies and stylish presentations
* Bake gluten-free, egg-free, and dairy-free recipes--something for everyone
 
For anyone new to baking or ready to level up, Baking For Dummies is the go-to guide.

List of contents

Introduction 1
 
Part 1: Baking Essentials 5
 
Chapter 1: Bake, For Goodness' Sake! 7
 
Chapter 2: Stocking Up 11
 
Chapter 3: Going Over the Gear 39
 
Part 2: Basic Training for Baking 63
 
Chapter 4: Familiarizing Yourself with Your Oven 65
 
Chapter 5: Focusing on Basic Techniques 71
 
Chapter 6: Considering Allergies and Insensitivities When Baking 87
 
Chapter 7: Getting Ready to Bake 93
 
Part 3: Ready, Set, Bake! 107
 
Chapter 8: Understanding the Ins and Outs of Baking Cookies 109
 
Chapter 9: Baking Moist Cakes 149
 
Chapter 10: Fixing Fabulous Frostings 183
 
Chapter 11: Preparing Perfect Pies and Tarts 205
 
Chapter 12: Creating Crisps, Cobblers, and Other Delights 237
 
Chapter 13: Making Quick Breads, Muffins, and Biscuits 247
 
Chapter 14: Rising with Yeast Breads 269
 
Chapter 15: Going Savory with Baked Goods 295
 
Chapter 16: Baking with Mixes and Premade Doughs 309
 
Part 4: Dealing with Other Important Stuff 319
 
Chapter 17: Storing Your Creations 321
 
Chapter 18: Making the Ordinary Extraordinary 333
 
Part 5: The Part of Tens 341
 
Chapter 19: Ten Ways to Boost Nutrition When Baking 343
 
Chapter 20: Ten Ways to Get Kids Baking 347
 
Appendix A: Glossary of Baking Terms 351
 
Appendix B: Metric Conversion Guide 357
 
Index 361

About the author

Wendy Jo Peterson is a registered dietitian with more than 20 years' professional experience. She is the co-author of Mediterranean Diet Cookbook For Dummies and the author of Meal Prep Cookbook For Dummies, Bread Making For Dummies, and Salad Recipes For Dummies. She also teaches cooking classes and presents on cooking, healthy eating, and nutrition.

Summary

Over 100 recipes for anything you could possibly want to bake

Baking For Dummies is your go-to source for basic instructions and easy-to-follow recipes. Learn to make delicious and impressive cookies, cakes, breads, cupcakes, frostings, pies, muffins, cobblers, quiches, and beyond. Elevate your next get together by crafting a dessert charcuterie board or serving decadent individual quiches, savory scones, and homemade rolls--it's a step up from store bought cookies and cakes, for sure. In this low-key Dummies guide, you'll find lists of basic ingredients and essential equipment, plus explanations of baking techniques and definitions of baking terms and techniques you'll need to know. This book also covers basic kitchen prep, time-saving tricks, kid-friendly baking recipes, allergy and dietary modifications--this book has it all.
* Learn to bake impressive desserts and wonderful breads, even if you're a first timer
* Start at the beginning with clear explanations of how to master the basics
* Discover great ideas for special-occasion goodies and stylish presentations
* Bake gluten-free, egg-free, and dairy-free recipes--something for everyone

For anyone new to baking or ready to level up, Baking For Dummies is the go-to guide.

Product details

• Authors: Wendy Jo Peterson, Peterson Wendy Jo, The Experts at Dummies
• Publisher: Wiley, John and Sons Ltd
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 01.07.2023
• EAN: 9781394172467
• ISBN: 978-1-394-17246-7
• No. of pages: 400
• Subjects: Guides > Food & drink > Miscellaneous; Kochen, Lifestyle, Backen, cooking, Lifestyles, Cookery dishes and courses: desserts