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The Science of Baking: Everything You Need to Know to Create Perfect Sweet and Savory Bakes, Every Time (The Science of Food)

“An essential guide for anyone who wants to understand the art and science of baking.” —Tom Kerridge
“Part masterclass, part experiment, and completely inspiring. Matt Adlard reveals the secrets behind baking with incredible clarity, explaining not only how to create perfect results, but why the techniques work.” —Helen Goh

Unlock the Science Behind Perfect Baking

Discover the professional techniques, principles, and hidden chemistry that can transform your baking from good to exceptional.

Whether you’re just starting out or already creating impressive desserts, The Science of Baking is your guide to understanding what truly happens inside the kitchen. Award-winning baker, bestselling author, and self-taught pastry expert Matt Adlard breaks down the science behind your favorite recipes, helping you achieve consistent, bakery-quality results at home.

Packed with more than 50 carefully developed recipes—including showstopping creations such as Vanilla Burnt Basque Cheesecake, Rosemary Focaccia, Pistachio and Orange Biscotti, and Black Forest Swiss Roll—this comprehensive guide combines practical instruction with scientific insight.

Through detailed explanations, step-by-step photography, and expert troubleshooting advice, you’ll learn how to master everything from cake decoration and gluten-free baking to sourdough techniques and advanced pastry skills.

Explore the reasons behind baking’s biggest mysteries:

• Why brownies become fudgy, chewy, or cakey.
• How to create light, airy soufflés and perfectly structured meringues.
• How fermentation and hydration influence sourdough texture and flavor.
• What makes laminated dough rise into delicate, flaky, golden croissants.
• How ingredients interact at a molecular level to shape taste, texture, and appearance.

With fascinating illustrations, microscopic imagery, and practical guidance on controlling your oven and refining your techniques, The Science of Baking gives you the knowledge to bake with confidence.

Go beyond following recipes—understand the principles behind them and unlock the ability to create extraordinary bakes every time.