The Fundamental Techniques of Classic Pastry Arts
The Fundamental Techniques of Classic Pastry Arts

Author: French Culinary Institute

Publisher: Abrams

Published: 2021-06-22

Total Pages: 1605

ISBN-13: 1613122713

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"An indispensable addition to any serious home baker's library, The Fundamental Techniques of Classic Pastry Arts covers the many skills an aspiring pastry chef must master. Based on the internationally lauded curriculum developed by master pâtissier Jacques Torres for New York's French Culinary Institute, the book presents chapters on every classic category of confection: tarts, cream puffs, puff pastry, creams and custards, breads and pastries, cakes, and petits fours. Each chapter begins with an overview of the required techniques, followed by dozens of recipes—many the original creations of distinguished FCI graduates. Each recipe even includes a checklist to help you evaluate your success as measured against professional standards of perfection! Distilling ten years of trial and error in teaching students, The Fundamental Techniques of Classic Pastry Arts is a comprehensive reference with hundreds of photographs, a wealth of insider tips, and highly detailed information on tools and ingredients—quite simply the most valuable baking book you can own."

Mastering the Art of French Pastry
Mastering the Art of French Pastry

Author: Bruce Healy

Publisher: Barrons Educational Series Incorporated

Published: 1984

Total Pages: 450

ISBN-13: 9780812054569

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Explains French techniques for making doughs, batters, fillings, and toppings, providing hundreds of recipes for combining these ingredients to create brioches, croissants, cakes, pies, meringues, and puff pastries

The Art of French Pastry
The Art of French Pastry

Author: Jacquy Pfeiffer

Publisher: Knopf

Published: 2013-12-03

Total Pages: 434

ISBN-13: 0307959368

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Winner of the 2014 James Beard Award for Best Cookbook, Dessert & Baking What does it take to perfect a flawless éclair? A delicate yet buttery croissant? To pipe dozens of macarons? The answer is: an intimate knowledge of the fundamentals of pastry. In The Art of French Pastry award-winning pastry chef Jacquy Pfeiffer, cofounder of the renowned French Pastry School in Chicago, gives you just that. By teaching you how to make everything from pâte à choux to pastry cream, Pfeiffer builds on the basics until you have an understanding of the science behind the ingredients used, how they interact with one another, and what your hands have to do to transform them into pastry. This yields glorious results! Expect to master these techniques and then indulge in exquisite recipes, such as: · brioche · napoléons / Mille-Feuilles · cream puffs · Alsatian cinnamon rolls / chinois · lemon cream tart with meringue teardrops · elephant ears / palmiers · black forest cake · beignets as well as some traditional Alsatian savory treats, including: · Pretzels · Kougelhof · Tarte Flambée · Warm Alsatian Meat Pie Pastry is all about precision, so Pfeiffer presents us with an amazing wealth of information—lists of necessary equipment, charts on how ingredients react in different environments, and the precise weight of ingredients in grams, with a look at their equivalent in U.S. units—which will help you in all aspects of your cooking. But in order to properly enjoy your “just desserts,” so to speak; you will also learn where these delicacies originated. Jacquy Pfeiffer comes from a long line of pastry chefs and has been making these recipes since he was a child working in his father’s bakery in Alsace. Sprinkled with funny, charming memories from a lifetime in pastry, this book will have you fully appreciating the hundreds of years of tradition that shaped these recipes into the classics that we know and love, and can now serve to our friends and families over and over again. The Art of French Pastry, full of gorgeous photography and Pfeiffer’s accompanying illustrations, is a master class in pastry from a master teacher.

The Art of French Baking
The Art of French Baking

Author: Ginette Mathiot

Publisher: Phaidon Press

Published: 2011-11-05

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780714862576

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From éclairs to soufflés and macaroons to madeleines, when it comes to desserts, no one does it better than the French. Beautiful, elegant and delicious, French desserts are easy to create at home as only a few basic recipes are needed to make some of the world's most renowned cakes and tarts. The Art of French Baking is the definitive collection of authentic French pastry and dessert recipes. From Tarte Tatin and Hazelnut Petit Fours to Cherry Tartlets and Choux Buns, it contains more than 350 simple recipes that anyone can follow at home. The book also includes details of basic equipment and techniques and information on how to troubleshoot common baking problems. Along with beautiful photographs and illustrations throughout, The Art of French Baking is an inspiring collection to celebrate the sweet tastes of France. The book was translated and edited by Parisian home cook, Clotilde Dusoulier, of the famed food blog chocolateandzucchini.com.

French Pastry 101
French Pastry 101

Author: Betty Hung

Publisher: Page Street Publishing

Published: 2018-11-06

Total Pages: 405

ISBN-13: 162414652X

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French Pastry is as Easy as Un, Deux, Trois French baking is now more approachable than ever with Beaucoup Bakery co-owner and Yummy Workshop founder Betty Hung’s beginner-friendly, easy-to-follow recipes. Start with basics like pastry cream and pâté sucrée, then work your way up to indulgent all-time favorites such as Lemon Madeleines, Crème Brûlée, Éclairs, Lady Fingers and Chocolate Torte. You’ll learn how to simplify recipes without sacrificing taste—like using ready-made puff pastry—or, if you prefer, how to whip up these sweet treats from scratch. Whether you’re new to baking or looking to expand your skills, with French Pastry 101 you’re only a recipe away from delighting your family and friends with incredible French desserts.

The Classic Art of Viennese Pastry
The Classic Art of Viennese Pastry

Author: Christine Berl

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 1997-09-22

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780471292029

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Professional Cooking/Baking "This book is a resource and guide for all those who did not have the joy of learning the art of baking, side by side, from a mother or grandmother." Markus Farbinger The Culinary Institute of America From the Foreword

The Advanced Art of Baking and Pastry
The Advanced Art of Baking and Pastry

Author: R. Andrew Chlebana

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2017-10-16

Total Pages: 496

ISBN-13: 1118485750

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The main goal of Advanced Baking and Pastry is to present the right balance of topics and depth of coverage, encompassing items produced in the bakeshop, including breads, Viennoiserie, creams, pies, tarts, cakes, and decorative work in a professional manner that is easily approachable for the advanced baking and pastry student and professional. This is accomplished by providing theoretical information along with tested recipes and detailed step-by-step procedures. This approach to learning builds the student’s confidence and skills, as well as an increased understanding of the material. In addition, a supplemental recipe database will provide students with a foundation of recipes and techniques that they can then apply throughout their career. Professionals will also benefit from the wide variety of recipes and the techniques presented.

Pâtisserie Gluten Free
Pâtisserie Gluten Free

Author: Patricia Austin

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2017-02-07

Total Pages: 578

ISBN-13: 1510712968

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Have you longed for foods from a French pâtisserie but couldn’t find anything gluten-free? Have you looked for French pastry cookbooks and are unsatisfied with the gluten-free selections? If so, this is the book for you! Pâ​tisserie Gluten Free has instructions on the art of French pastry so you can have your own pâtisserie at home. This cookbook makes French gluten-free delightful pastries possible. The beautiful photographs help bakers as they work through the recipes. Pâtisserie Gluten Free presents some of the most difficult treats to make without gluten: classic French pastries. The Table of Contents includes: PREFACE: A Baker’s Craft INTRODUCTION: French Pastries Made Gluten-Free Chapter One: Ingredients, Equipment, Sources Chapter Two: French Pastry Basic Recipes Chapter Three: Cookies Chapter Four: Tarts Chapter Five: Cakes Chapter Six: Meringues Chapter Seven: Cream Puff Pastries Chapter Eight: Brioche Chapter Nine: Flaky Pastries Written with careful detail and a warm and welcoming manner, Patricia Austin shares her wisdom on French baking in this wonderful cookbook that will pleasantly surprise the fiercest gluten-free skeptics.

The Art of Classic Pastry
The Art of Classic Pastry

Author: Mia Baker

Publisher: Independently Published

Published: 2023-03-05

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13:

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Book Overview Welcome to "The Art of Classic Pastry: A Comprehensive Cookbook for Every Occasion". This cookbook is your ultimate guide to mastering the art of classic pastry, from the essential techniques to the most decadent desserts. Whether you are a seasoned baker or a beginner, this book has something for everyone. Inside, you will find a wide range of recipes, from simple and classic to complex and show-stopping. We cover all the basic pastry doughs, such as Pâte Brisée, Pâte Sucrée, and Pâte Sablée, as well as advanced techniques like Pâte à Choux and Yeast Doughs. You will also find recipes for classic American pies, international favorites like Baklava and Cannoli, and even gluten-free and vegan options. But this cookbook is not just about the recipes. We also dive deep into the techniques and tools necessary for successful pastry baking. You will learn about the essential tools and ingredients needed for baking success, as well as troubleshooting tips for common pastry problems. Additionally, we explore the perfect pairings of coffee, tea, and wine to complement your baked goods. So grab your apron, dust off your baking pans, and get ready to explore the art of classic pastry. With "The Art of Classic Pastry: A Comprehensive Cookbook for Every Occasion," you'll have everything you need to create delicious and impressive desserts for any occasion.

The Art of the Chocolatier
The Art of the Chocolatier

Author: Ewald Notter

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2011-01-18

Total Pages: 422

ISBN-13: 0470398841

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A must-have guide to chocolate making and chocolate showpiece design, from renowned confectionery expert Ewald Notter Covering the full spectrum of chocolate work-from the fundamentals of chocolate making to instruction on advanced showpiece design and assembly-The Art of the Chocolatier is the most complete and comprehensive guide to chocolate-making on the market. The book covers basic information on ingredients, equipment, and common techniques in the pastry kitchen, while also offering clear, step-by-step instructions on creating small candies and large-scale chocolate pieces. This is the ideal book for pastry students enrolled in chocolate and confectionery courses, as well as working professionals and even serious home confectioners who want to improve their skills in advanced chocolate work. Illustrated step-by-step instructions cover all the essentials of chocolate-making, from tempering and creating ganache and gianduja to using molds, transfer sheets, and more An entire chapter devoted to Creating a Competition Piece covers the ins and outs of confectionery competition, from preparing for the event and developing a concept to designing and building a winning chocolate showpiece Beautiful full-color photos throughout provide inspiration for chocolate décor and showpiece design, while clear how-to photos illustrate key techniques The Art of the Chocolatier provides expert-level coverage of every aspect of the chocolatier's art for students and professionals alike.