Sally's Baking 101: Foolproof Recipes from Easy to Advanced

The ultimate baking book for home cooks of all skill levels with 101 sweet and savory, foolproof recipes plus helpful tips for best results--from the creator of the beloved website Sally's Baking Addiction.

"Sally has a gift for creating recipes that bakers trust and that families and friends crave. There's so much to learn and so much to love here."--New York Times bestselling author Dorie Greenspan

For years, Sally's Baking Addiction has been the trusted online resource for anyone who wants to make delicious baked goods from scratch. An expert self-taught baker, Sally McKenney has been dedicated to developing and perfecting a wide range of baking recipes and her devoted audience trusts her implicitly. In this collection of 101 irresistible recipes, she presents an array of crowd-pleasing bakes to suit every occasion and craving, from cookies and bars to cakes, pies, breads, and brunch fare. Sprinkled throughout the book, you'll find a selection of her most treasured fan favorites, including Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies, Strawberry Cake, Homemade Pizza Dough, and Classic Apple Pie.

Sally shares everything you need to know to be a successful home baker including basic baking principles, tools and ingredients, detailed how-to's, and step-by-step photos. She also offers her best tips and tricks, such as how to brown butter, prepare your baking pans, freeze baked goods, test for doneness, and so much more. Simpler recipes are included if your time is limited or you're just beginning your baking journey, like Chewy Banana Walnut Cookies, Thick & Fudgy Brownies, Lemon Lavender Olive Oil Cake, and the Ultimate Fruit Crisp. Advanced bakers will be excited to try Cream Cheese Puff Pastry Danishes, Tiramisu Cake Roll, Sky-High Chocolate Mousse Pie, and Asparagus & Smoked Salmon Tart. Many of the recipes are somewhere in between, including Buttermilk Chive Fantail Rolls, Chocolate Peppermint Sandwich Cookies, Caramel Sheet Cake, and Butternut Squash & Sage Chicken Pot Pie.

With Sally's Baking 101 as your guide, you'll gain the knowledge you need to feel confident baking from scratch with tempting, reliable recipes guaranteed to delight family and friends.

Author: Sally McKenney
Publisher: Clarkson Potter Publishers
Published: 09/02/2025
Pages: 288
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.25lbs
ISBN: 9780593581964


Review Citation(s):
Library Journal 06/01/2025 pg. 104

About the Author
Sally McKenney is the creator of the hugely popular website Sally's Baking Addiction (aka Sally's Baking). She is known for providing clear, concise instructions, tips, and tutorials to make every recipe approachable for home bakers of all skill levels. Her work has been featured in People, on Good Morning America, and more. She lives in Maryland with her husband, their two children, and their rescue dogs.