The Cook's Illustrated Baking Book

450 Recipes that Demystify Failproof Baking

The Cook’s Illustrated Baking Book is the definitive collection of recipes for your favorite cookies, cakes, pies, tarts, breads, pizza, and more, along with kitchen-tested techniques that will transform your baking. Recipes range from approachable (drop cookies and no-knead bread) to ambitious (croissants and dacquoise) and our trademark expertise shines through each one. Whether you’re new to baking or ready to take your skills to the next level, the stunning photography, and information on ingredients and equipment will lay the groundwork for a lifetime of baking success.

"A must for bakers and non-bakers alike who just want to serve successful breads and desserts."

— Epicurious

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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.