Tracing back to the ancient Mayan and Aztec empires, chocolate has been tempting those with a sweet tooth for more than a millennium. Once a luxury afforded by only the wealthy, today’s chocolate is a favorite craving the world over. In this ultimate cookbook for chocolate lovers, Chocolate Sensations offers more than 160 step-by-step, easy-to-follow recipes featuring chocolate as the star ingredient. INSIDE CHOCOLATE SENSATIONS: •Crave-able cakes, including chocolate coconut, creamy chocolate, raspberry chocolate roll, and chocolate espresso cheesecake. •Irresistible cookies and brownies, plus a how-to guide for homemade chocolate candies. •Chocolate-almond danish, cream puffs, pain au chocolat, and other favorite pastries. •Tempting pies, from classic chocolate custard to rich chocolate ginger. •Muffins, soufflés, fancy celebration desserts, and more. •A history of chocolate and an explanation of the different varieties. •“Cook’s Tips” for individual recipes that offer baking hints and ingredient substitutions. •Metric conversion charts for measurements and temperatures.
A compact connoisseur's guide, with recipes, to today's cutting-edge array of chocolates and chocolate makers from former Chez Panisse pastry chef David Lebovitz. In this compact volume, David Lebovitz gives a succinct cacao botany lesson, explains the process of chocolate making, runs through chocolate terminology and types, presents information on health benefits, offers an evaluating and buying primer, profiles the world's top chocolate makers and chocolatiers (with a whole chapter dedicated to Paris alone!), and shares dozens of little-known factoids in sidebars throughout the book. The Great Book of Chocolate includes more than 50 location and food photographs, and features more than 30 of Lebovitz's favorite chocolate recipes‚ from Black-Bottom Cupcakes to Homemade Rocky Road Candy, Orange and Rum Chocolate Mousse Cake to Double Chocolate Chip Espresso Cookies. His extensive resource section (with websites for international ordering) can bring the world's best chocolate to every door. A self-avowed chocoholic, Lebovitz nibbles chocolate every day‚ and with The Great Book of Chocolate in hand, he figures the rest of us will too.
The most stylish, approachable, and mouth-watering chocolate cookbook ever, from award-winning chocolatier Fran Bigelow In 1982, Fran Bigelow proudly opened the doors to Fran’s Chocolates, a boutique storefront styled after European chocolate salons, where she could showcase the pure flavors of the exquisite confections she had spent years perfecting. Chocolate lovers in Seattle immediately beat a path to Madison Street to taste desserts as wonderful as anything in Paris or Belgium. Over the past two decades, Fran Bigelow has grown into a world-class chocolatier, operating two elegant shops that enjoy cult status in Seattle and beyond, by way of her mail-order and Internet business. Now, in her debut cookbook, Fran reveals the magic behind her addictive creations: how she manipulates a few ingredients—butter, cream, eggs, sugar, salt, vanilla, and nuts—to create sublime textures and highlight pure flavors in her elegant modern desserts. The seventy-five recipes included here range from extravagant celebration cakes and holiday specialties (White Chocolate Torte or Souffléd Chocolate Mocha Roll); to European style fruit and nut tarts (Chocolate Cherry Tart or Milk Chocolate Crème Fraîche Tart), soufflés, cheesecakes (White Chocolate Brie Cheesecake, a Fran specialty), homemade ice creams (Dark Chocolate and Ginger Bombe), and extraordinary renditions of American classics, including brownies, chocolate cookies, the ultimate hot fudge sauce, and a chocolate milkshake that will instantly transport you back to childhood. Fran also tells you everything you need to know about chocolate, from the different styles of chocolate-making employed in Europe, South America, and the U.S. (and how each result in different flavors), to deciphering labels (which ingredients enhance meltability, for example), and how the amount of cocoa in different brands and styles of chocolate influences the final taste of a dessert. You will learn how to taste a truffle—preferably in two bites—and the language of chocolate “signs,” the squiggles atop candies. Recipes for some of Fran’s award-winning confections are also included here: chocolate cherries and nut clusters; chocolate stuffed fruits; easy cocoa-dusted truffles; and more ambitious dipped truffles featuring liqueurs, coffee, vanilla, and other chocolate-friendly ingredients; and chocolate fondue, a perfect party dessert for children and adults alike. Whether you are a cocoa connoisseur or devotee of the cacao bean with cravings that won’t quit,Pure Chocolateis a must-have for any chocolate aficionado.
"Chocolate is a reminder that some of life's greatest pleasures come from simple things." The World of Chocolate is the ultimate guide for those who love chocolate and want to learn more about this beloved treat. This comprehensive book covers everything from the history of chocolate to its production, different types, health benefits, cultural significance, and much more. The book begins with the history of chocolate, exploring its origins, rise in popularity, and the industrial revolution that transformed it into the treat we know and love today. It then dives into chocolate production, covering everything from cocoa beans to chocolate bars and the art of chocolate making. Readers will also learn about the different types of chocolate, including dark, milk, and white chocolate, as well as chocolate varieties by country. The book also covers the health benefits of chocolate, its cultural significance in art, literature, and religion, and the impact of cocoa farming on the environment. The World of Chocolate also provides insights into the chocolate business, innovation, and the latest chocolate trends. Readers will learn about chocolate tourism, the best places to experience chocolate, and chocolate festivals and events. In addition, the book includes chapters on chocolate desserts, chocolate pairing with wine and spirits, chocolate-inspired fashion, chocolate in sports nutrition, and much more. The book is filled with beautiful photos and illustrations and includes recipes and tips for enjoying chocolate at home. Whether you're a chocolate lover or just curious about this fascinating treat, The World of Chocolate is a must-read. It offers an in-depth exploration of chocolate that will delight and inform readers of all ages.Table of Contents: The History of Chocolate The Origins of Chocolate The Rise of Chocolate in Europe The Industrial Revolution and Chocolate Chocolate Production From Cocoa Beans to Chocolate Bars The Art of Chocolate Making Chocolate Production Around the World The Different Types of Chocolate Dark Chocolate Milk Chocolate White Chocolate Chocolate Varieties by Country Chocolate and Health The Health Benefits of Chocolate The Dark Side of Chocolate Chocolate as Medicine Chocolate and Culture Chocolate in Different Cultures Chocolate in Art and Literature Chocolate in Religion and Rituals Chocolate and the Environment The Impact of Cocoa Farming on the Environment Sustainable Chocolate Production The Future of Chocolate and the Environment Chocolate and Business The Global Chocolate Industry The Economics of Chocolate The Business of Chocolate in Different Countries Chocolate and Innovation The History of Chocolate Innovation The Latest Chocolate Trends The Future of Chocolate Innovation Chocolate and Travel The Best Places to Experience Chocolate Chocolate Tourism Around the World Chocolate Festivals and Events Chocolate and Desserts Classic Chocolate Desserts Chocolate Pairing with Wine and Spirits New Chocolate Dessert Trends Chocolate and Fashion Chocolate Inspired Fashion Chocolate in Beauty and Cosmetics Chocolate in Fashion Events Chocolate and Sports Chocolate for Athletes Chocolate and Endurance Sports Chocolate in Sports Nutrition Chocolate and Kids The History of Chocolate for Kids Chocolate Education for Kids Chocolate Crafts and Recipes for Kids Chocolate and Love The Romantic History of Chocolate Chocolate Gifts for Loved Ones Chocolate and Relationships Chocolate and the Future The Future of Chocolate Technology The Future of Chocolate Flavors The Future of Chocolate and SocietyISBN: 9781991093271
From Yolanda Gampp, host of the massively popular, award-winning YouTube sensation “How to Cake It,” comes an inspiring “cakebook” with irresistible new recipes and visual instructions for creating spectacular novelty cakes for all skill levels. On her entertaining YouTube Channel, “How to Cake It,” Yolanda Gampp creates mind-blowing cakes in every shape imaginable. From a watermelon to a human heart to food-shaped cakes such as burgers and pizzas—Yolanda’s creations are fun and realistic. Now, Yolanda brings her friendly, offbeat charm and caking expertise to this colorful cakebook filled with imaginative cakes to make at home. How to Cake It: A Cakebook includes directions for making twenty-one jaw-dropping cakes that are gorgeous and delicious, including a few fan favorites with a fresh twist, and mind-blowing new creations. Yolanda shares her coveted recipes and pro tips, taking you step-by-step from easy, kid-friendly cakes (no carving necessary and simple fondant work) to more difficult designs (minimal carving and fondant detail) to aspirational cakes (carving, painting and gum-paste work). Whatever the celebration, Yolanda has the perfect creation, including her never before seen Candy Apple Cake, Party Hat, Rainbow Grilled Cheese Cake, Toy Bulldozer Cake and even a Golden Pyramid Cake, which features a secret treasure chamber! Written in her inspiring, encouraging voice and filled with clear, easy-to-follow instructions and vibrant photos, How to Cake It: A Cakebook will turn beginners into confident cake creators, and confident bakers into caking superstars!
Choclatique is a chocolate lover's dream. Ed Engoron has traveled to more than 130 countries in search of the best chocolate the world has to offer. From exploring the Amazon jungle to dining at the Grand Palace of Thailand to studying at Paris' famed Cordon Bleu, Ed's experiences are the inspiration for the amazing chocolate creations in Choclatique. The more than 170 easy recipes are based on five essential building blocks or ganaches (glaze or filling made from chocolate and cream) that allow you to whip up luscious chocolate delights minutes before dinner. Choclatique includes recipes for cakes, candies, cookies, custards, hot chocolate, ice cream, milkshakes, muffins, sauces, smoothies, tarts, trifles, waffles, and more. Illustrated with beautiful full-color photography throughout.
This fun-to-share 208-page baking cookbook from star baker Duff Goldman guides kids on how to make dozens of crazy delicious concoctions—from confetti snickerdoodles to unicorn cupcakes to amazing dessert pizzas. New York Times bestselling celebrity chef and host of Ace of Cakes and Kids Baking Championship Duff Goldman delivers the perfect holiday gift for young bakers! This beautiful book is packed with delicious, clear recipes and tons of fun fact-filled sidebars on everything from the science of yeast to the history of baking, Super Good Baking for Kids shows kids how to make treats that will amaze parents, delight friends, and make the whole family go “mmmmmm.” Celebrity chef and host of Kids Baking Championship Duff Goldman believes baking should be three things: super fun, super delicious, and super creative. Super Good Baking for Kids features dozens of the gooiest, chewiest, easiest-to-follow recipes ever! This book teaches young bakers how to make everything from wicked good Boston crème donuts to delicious monkey bread to a mind-blowing stuffed-crust dessert pizza. The cakes, cookies, pies, and puddings are all fun to bake, a thrill to decorate, and delicious every time. This family-friendly baking book will give any kid the kitchen confidence to make crazy delicious desserts that everyone will enjoy, since it features: kid-friendly step-by-step instructions helpful kitchen-safe tips funny, fact-filled sidebars on everything from the best places to eat in New York to surprising facts about unicorns an overview of crucial cooking skills While this is super good baking for kids, the clear instructions and photography also make the book a winner for Duff fans of all ages and anyone who wants to whip up tasty, delicious, totally tricked out treats!
Wait. Sandra Boynton wrote a book about CHOCOLATE? For grown-ups? Oh YES! Boynton’s beloved classic returns, updated and redrawn by her for a whole new generation of chocophiles. In addition to her extensive new research, Boynton also nobly sourced and consumed untold quantities of great chocolate, with no thought for her own personal safety. Lavishly illustrated and filled with useful facts and cheerful misinformation, CHOCOLATE: The Consuming Passion is the absolute ideal gift for every true chocolate obsessive. Discover the many faces of chocolate—milk chocolate, dark chocolate, boxed chocolates, pretend chocolate, and the wild new frontier of small-batch craft chocolate. Learn about chocolate’s complex effects on the body, the psyche, and the soul. Prepare select simple recipes, such as “Hippo Pot de Mousse.” Learn how to grow your own chocolate, assuming you don’t mind relocating to within 15º of the Equator. There’s even a handy guide to saying “Excuse me, where is the nearest chocolate?” in eleven languages, including Klingon. (Nook-dock YOOCH dah-PULL?) Boldly go.
