America's Test Kitchen The Perfect Cake Special Issue

Classic and Modern Cakes Coming to Your Oven

Cakes are the all-occasion dessert—the center of attention at birthdays, holiday celebrations, and dinner parties and the most welcome brunch, after-school, or teatime snack. Our years of test kitchen knowledge on the art and science of baking cakes provide all the tips and tricks you need for executing perfect cakes every time.

"Worth its weight in gold for the practical cook who wants to feel confident about putting good food on the table."

— Detroit News

More from The Book:

The Complete Collection, and Then Some!

Every recipe from every episode is included, with recipes from the 2023 season and brand-new episodes created for streaming platforms grouped together as addendums in the new edition. Plus, find bonus recipe variations within the book that are exclusively for our readers.

Cook Along with Bridget and Julia

Enjoy mastering a new recipe while tuning in to and following along with new episodes of America’s Test Kitchen with all-new recipes. Every recipe that has appeared on the show is in this cookbook, along with the test kitchen's indispensable notes and tips. You’ll also find a shopping guide that shows what ingredients the ATK Reviews team recommends so that you can re-create the exact dish you see on your screen.

New and Improved Shopping Guide

Enjoy mastering a new recipe while tuning in to and following along with new episodes of America’s Test Kitchen with all-new recipes. Every recipe that has appeared on the show is in this cookbook, along with the test kitchen's indispensable notes and tips. You’ll also find a shopping guide that shows what ingredients the ATK Reviews team recommends so that you can re-create the exact dish you see on your screen.