Cozy Baking - by Lisa Steele (Hardcover)

About the Book

Bring some hygge to your kitchen with Cozy Baking. Bestselling author Lisa Steele (The Fresh Eggs Daily Cookbook) shares 100 sweet and savory simple Scandinavian recipes---from cardamom buns and buttery cookies to rustic breads and seasonal tarts---that fill your home with delicious aromas and turn every coffee break into a cozy ritual worth savoring.

Book Synopsis

Scandinavian baking has a way of turning the simplest ingredients into something extraordinary. With just eggs, butter, sugar, flour, and, of course, a generous portion of cardamom, these humble pantry staples transform into a whole host of sweet and savory treats, best served with a cup of coffee shared among loved ones across a well-worn table.

In Cozy Baking, Lisa Steele (bestselling author of The Fresh Eggs Daily Cookbook) returns to her Scandinavian roots to deliver more than 100 sweet and savory recipes that capture the culinary traditions across Sweden, Norway, Finland, and Denmark. From iconic cardamom buns and celebration cakes to rustic loaves, seasonal tarts, and savory favorites, this is the kind of baking that doesn't rely on elaborate decoration or endless ingredients. Expect delicious desserts and breads with minimal effort and straightforward methods--perfect for a cozy, slow day with those you love.

Inside, you'll find:

• Cookies, including Lady Grey White Chocolate Shortbread, Norwegian Butter Cookies, and Almond Lace Sandwiches
• Bars and Squares, including Swedish Lemon Ginger Bars, Strawberry Sheet Pan Cake, and Hazelnut Fragilité
• Cakes, like Apple Butter Cake with Brandy Caramel Sauce, Blueberry Spoon Cake, and Danish Honey Rye Cake
• Pies and Tarts, including Lingonberry Jam Tartlets, Cardamom Peach Pie, and Maple Cream Pie
• Breads and Buns, including Pistachio Buns, Lemon Finnish Toast, and Danish Cinnamon Coffee Cake
• Savory Bakes, including Swedish Cheese Pie, Smoked Salmon Sandwich Cake, and Garlic Cheese Twists
• Holiday Baked Goods, like Cream Horns for Lent, Norwegian Wreath Cookies for Christmas, and Chocolate Ebelskiver for New Years Day

Simple, unfussy, and delicious, these recipes are a must for the home-baker--no fancy techniques or hard-to-find ingredients required. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, this book will inspire you to create treats that are as beautiful as they are delicious.