BAKE SMART

Bake Smart is the refreshingly real baking guide every home baker needs. Written by Samantha Seneviratne—acclaimed baking expert, author, and all-around kitchen myth-buster—this book cuts through the fluff of overly fussy techniques to prove that great baking doesn’t have to be complicated. With 100 crave-worthy recipes and a trove of game-changing tips, Bake Smart is your permission slip to ditch the sifter, skip the stand mixer, and soften your butter in the microwave without shame. Each chapter is built around key baking ingredients—think Butter, Sugar, Eggs, Flour, Cocoa, and Yeast—and opens with practical, no-nonsense advice to help you understand the why behind the bake. You’ll learn how to make foolproof custards, flakey pastries, and rich frangipane with minimal fuss and maximum flavor. Whether you’re a beginner who’s never owned a cooling rack or a seasoned baker looking to simplify, Bake Smart brings clarity, confidence, and pure deliciousness to your kitchen.