The Magnolia Bakery Handbook: A Complete Guide for the Home Baker ― A Beautifully Photographed Dessert Cookbook
About this product
Published in celebration of Magnolia Bakery's twenty-fifth anniversary, this beautifully photographed handbook offers nearly 150 scrumptious recipes and tips, tools, and techniques accompanied by 250 photographs and illustrations―the perfect gift for home bakers and destined to be their go-to, favorite resource for baking for beginners and experts alike. When it opened its doors in 1996, Magnolia Bakery quickly became a landmark and destination in New York City. Fans lined up around the block to get a taste of the shop’s freshly-baked cupcakes, cakes, banana pudding, cheesecakes and much more. Today, Magnolia Bakery can be found in shops in New York City, Boston, Los Angeles, Chicago, Washington, D.C., Dubai, Manila, and Bangalore. Bobbie Lloyd, Magnolia Bakery’s Chief Baking Officer, has played a critical role in maintaining the company’s reputation for handmade baked goods, and its authenticity and excellence throughout its growth. Bobbie has worked to update its classic treats, introduced new temptations, and carefully expanded the business both online and in new locations across New York and the world. The Magnolia Bakery Handbook is the first book Magnolia Bakery has published since the business was sold by the founders in 2007. Gorgeously designed, this dessert cookbook is filled with irresistible creations and is sure to become an essential staple for home bakers. Along with almost 150 step-by-step recipes, all beautifully photographed, Bobbie shares hundreds of tips, tricks, techniques, and must-have tools for successful baking. Inside you’ll find everything you need to make the classic dessert recipes of Magnolia Bakery at home. Chapters include: Invaluable Tips and Techniques for the Home Baker
The Ingredients Used in My Kitchen and at Magnolia Bakery
Tools of the Trade
Cakes
Cupcakes
From the Cookie Jar
Brownies and Bars
Pies and Crisps
Muffins
Scones and Coffee Cakes
Ice Box Desserts
Banana Pudding
Base Recipes: Buttercreams and Icings, Crumbs and Crusts, Fillings and Sauces, Adornments
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Whether you have a craving for Magnolia Bakery’s popular banana pudding, classic icebox cake, or their rich double fudge brownie, The Magnolia Bakery Handbook shows you how to make it and bake it right. Read more
Editor's Take
Amazon reviews are not directly visible here, but Target reviewers describe the cookbook as beautiful, well written, and packed with useful baking information. Goodreads readers are similarly enthusiastic, praising the gorgeous photography, detailed instructions, and inspiring recipes, while a few mention it feels especially appealing as a gift or display book. On Reddit, one user discussing the cookbook said a tested cupcake recipe was disappointing, showing that not every recipe lands perfectly for every baker. NetGalley reviewers also called it highly recommendable for people who love Magnolia Bakery, New York, or dessert cookbooks in general.
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Specifications
| Publisher | Harper |
| Publication date | October 27, 2020 |
| Edition | Illustrated |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 304 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 0062887211 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0062887214 |
| Item Weight | 10.4 ounces |
| Dimensions | 8.25 x 1.25 x 10.25 inches |
| Best Sellers Rank | #26,940 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #8 in Sauces & Toppings Cooking #13 in Pastry Baking (Books) #16 in Cake Baking (Books) |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (1,429) |
