Rose's Baking Basics

The ultimate baking book for everyone from best-selling author and "diva of desserts" Rose Levy Beranbaum In this essential dessert cookbook of no-fuss recipes everyone should know, trusted baking expert Rose Levy Beranbaum guides you through every recipe for can’t-fail results—with a streamlined, simplified approach perfect for baking for beginners, featuring more than 600 mouthwatering and instructive photos. Whether you're a baking enthusiast or just want to whip up the occasional treat, you will be able to easily make perfect brownies, banana bread, holiday pies, birthday cakes, homemade bread, and more, with recipes including: Chocolate Sheet Cake with Ganache Frosting, Peanut Butter and Jelly Thumbprints, Beer Bread, Apple Walnut Muffins, Peach Cobbler, Milk Chocolate Caramel Tart, and more. Throughout, Rose shares her unique tips and methods for unlocking the secrets to the best flavors and foolproof results, for a treasury of essential recipes you'll use forever. This comprehensive guide to baking fundamentals delivers: Step-by-Step Guidance: Master every technique with over 600 instructive, full-color photos that show you exactly what to do for can’t-fail results. A Treasury of Essential Recipes: Whip up beloved classics you’ll use forever, from perfect Fudgy Pudgy Brownies and Apple Pie to homemade Beer Bread and Classic Génoise. Foolproof Baking Tips: Unlock the secrets to the best flavor and texture with Rose’s unique “Baking Pearls,” sharing her expert methods for guaranteed success. From-Scratch Fundamentals: Whether you’re baking your first cake or honing your skills, Rose’s streamlined approach builds confidence in the kitchen.