Bite-Sized French Pastries for the Beginner Baker - by Sylvie Gruber (Paperback)

About the Book

"This collection of mouthwatering French pastries packs all the flavor of your Parisian favorites and none of the fuss. Using simple language and detailed directions, Sylvie Gruber helps you learn the ins and outs of French pastry on bite-sized canvases. By shrinking the scale of these delightful baked goods, you get more practice at the foundational techniques to make expert level delicacies. These little tarts, cakes and cookies are faster to make and easy to share--perfect for any beginner baker. Sylvie's easy-to-follow instructions and troubleshooting tips make mastering base recipes like Pãate Sablâee, Cráeme Pãatissiáere and Pãate âa Choux a cinch. Try your hand at favorite bakes like Sablâes Bretons, Tigrâes Financiers or Mini Cherry Clafoutis that are a perfect pick- me-up or addition to an afternoon tea. Wow your friends with decadent, yet deceptively simple, desserts like Mini Vanilla âEclaires, White Chocolate and Lime Madeleines and Coconut Crâemes Brãulâees. With 60 mouthwatering, easy-to-tackle recipes to choose from, this will undoubtedly become your go-to guide for delicious French pastries that'll always hit the (sweet) spot."--Provided by publisher.

Book Synopsis

Get Started in French Pastry with Small & Simple Bakes

This collection of mouthwatering French pastries packs all the flavor of your Parisian favorites and none of the fuss. Using simple language and detailed directions, Sylvie Gruber helps you learn the ins and outs of French pastry on bite-sized canvases. By shrinking the scale of these delightful baked goods, you get more practice at the foundational techniques to make expert level delicacies. These little tarts, cakes and cookies are faster to make and easy to share--perfect for any beginner baker.

Sylvie's easy-to-follow instructions and troubleshooting tips make mastering base recipes like Pâte Sablée, Crème Pâtissière and Pâte à Choux a cinch. Try your hand at favorite bakes like Sablés Bretons, Tigrés Financiers or Mini Cherry Clafoutis that are a perfect pick- me-up or addition to an afternoon tea. Wow your friends with decadent, yet deceptively simple, desserts like Mini Vanilla Éclaires, White Chocolate and Lime Madeleines and Coconut Crémes Brûlées.

With 60 mouthwatering, easy-to-tackle recipes to choose from, this will undoubtedly become your go-to guide for delicious French pastries that'll always hit the (sweet) spot.

Review Quotes

"Sylvie knows her pastry--and now you can too! Her foolproof recipes and thoughtful instruction set every baker up for sweet success."
--Tessa Huff, author of Icing on the Cake

"Sylvie transforms the intimidating idea of French pastry into bite-sized steps that anyone can follow to recreate tiny, but impressive desserts."
--Sam Rehn, creator of Buttermilk by Sam

"Sylvie is an ambassador of French pastry in the world, her knowledge of patisserie is unmatched. This book contains everything from truly authentic French desserts to modern ones, a must-have!"
--Saïd M'Dahoma, creator of Pastry Nerd

"This book is a must-have! Sylvie's baking expertise will undoubtedly help even a beginner bake up authentic French pastry."
--Kelli Avila, creator of Everyday Pie

About the Author

Sylvie Gruber is the creator of the blog A Baking Journey, where she shares tutorials and beginner pastry and dessert recipes for home bakers. She is certified in Classic French Pastry Training. Born in Belgium, Sylvie currently resides in Melbourne, Australia, with her family.