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The Secrets of Baking: Simple Techniques for Sophisticated DessertsThe Secrets of Baking: Simple Techniques for Sophisticated Desserts by Sherry Yard
Buy new: $23.73 / Used from: $12.99
I made silky smooth Creme' Brulee from this book before I even set foot in Culinary School. I also love this book because there are variations to the recipes.
Great Cakes: Over 250 Recipes to Bake, Share, and EnjoyGreat Cakes: Over 250 Recipes to Bake, Share, and Enjoy by Carole Walter
Buy used from: $4.99
See my review.
Cheesecake Extraordinaire : More than 100 Sumptuous Recipes for the Ultimate DessertCheesecake Extraordinaire : More than 100 Sumptuous Recipes for the Ultimate Dessert by Mary Crownover
Buy new: $11.53 / Used from: $4.52
Alot of the recipes contain liquor,,,What fun .
The Ultimate Ice Cream Book: Over 500 Ice Creams, Sorbets, Granitas, Drinks, And MoreThe Ultimate Ice Cream Book: Over 500 Ice Creams, Sorbets, Granitas, Drinks, And More by Bruce Weinstein
Buy new: $12.23 / Used from: $4.92
Try the Rum Raisin and the Nutmeg ice creams first.
The Baker's Dozen Cookbook: Become a Better Baker with 135 Foolproof Recipes and Tried-and-True TechniquesThe Baker's Dozen Cookbook: Become a Better Baker with 135 Foolproof Recipes and Tried-and-True Techniques by The Baker's Dozen
Buy new: $32.59 / Used from: $4.91
See my review
Chocolate and VanillaChocolate and Vanilla by Gale Gand
Buy new: $16.88 / Used from: $5.00
I just got this book yesterday, and I have not made anything from this book yet, but I like the way the book was set up. It is like 2 books in 1. A chocolate book on one side and Vanilla on the other.
The Ultimate Candy Book: More than 700 Quick and Easy, Soft and Chewy, Hard and Crunchy Sweets and TreatsThe Ultimate Candy Book: More than 700 Quick and Easy, Soft and Chewy, Hard and Crunchy Sweets and Treats by Bruce Weinstein
Buy new: $12.24 / Used from: $6.73
The (red) Candy Apples taste just like the fair!
The Well-Decorated CakeThe Well-Decorated Cake by Toba Garrett
Buy new: $10.17 / Used from: $9.12
This was our text book when we were working on our wedding cake project. However, a home baker can do some of these flowers and designs.
Professional Cake DecoratingProfessional Cake Decorating by Toba M. Garrett
Buy new: $65.87 / Used from: $50.00
A more comprehesive guide to decorating.
Baking at Home with The Culinary Institute of AmericaBaking at Home with The Culinary Institute of America by The Culinary Institute of America
Buy new: $26.40 / Used from: $11.98
Not for beginners, you must be knowledgeable about baking. You need not be a pro, but at least a well seasoned home cook. There are some very useful conversion tables in here as well.
Desserts by the Yard: From Brooklyn to Beverly Hills: Recipes from the Sweetest Life EverDesserts by the Yard: From Brooklyn to Beverly Hills: Recipes from the Sweetest Life Ever by Sherry Yard
Buy new: $23.73 / Used from: $15.94
See my review