Baking Book Gift Guide

It is the day after Thanksgiving. 

Sometimes it's also known as Black Friday. In the states after Thanksgiving people start getting ready for Christmas. A lot of families will be putting up trees and other decorations this weekend, along with starting their Christmas shopping.

It makes a bit of sense really, if the stores know that people are going to be shopping over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend then why not entice them in more with some great savings? 

It suits both retailers and shoppers. One makes a lot of money while the other gets some great savings. I don't like the chaos and you will never find me going out on Black Friday, but I don't hate it either.

So, because a lot of people will be starting their shopping this weekend I though I would write up a quick "gift guide" based on baking and cook books that I own. Then at the end of the post I have included my book "wish list" for books I wold love to read!

I have chosen these books because I think they would make great gifts for bakers with particular tastes! Some are just because they are a good read! 

To me it's not just about the recipes, it's about what they have to say as well! I like a cookbook that I can read and get into too! 

 

Cake by Rachel Allen

This literally has every and any cake you’d ever want to make in it! A great book for cake lovers!

Cake Days and Home Sweet Home by Hummingbird Bakery

Cake Days is the book that really started my baking and blogging life. I can’t recommend it enough. It has amazing recipes perfect for every season. 
Home Sweet Home is just as good! Perfect for a new or experienced baker! 

Chocolat by Eric Lanlard

~ For the chocolate lover in your life! 

Crumb by Ruby Tandoh

It is one of the most informed baking books I have ever read. Perfect for a new baker! 

Fat Witch Brownies by Patricia Helding

I think this has some of the best bars and brownies I have ever come across! Perfect for brownie lovers!

Jamie Magazine

Not a book, but I love this monthly addition to my recipe collecting habit. I should probably get a subscription!

Kitchen by Nigella Lawson

 I find myself engrossed in this book whenever I read it. Perfect for any cookbook lover!

Leon: Family & Friends (book 4) by John Vincent & Kay Plunkett-Hogge

Great book for anyone who likes to cook for their friends and family! 

Naughtiest Vegan Cakes in Town! by Ms. Cupcake

Not just for Vegans, but a must this Christmas for the Vegan in your life!

Perfect Scoop by David Lebovitz

Perfect gift for ice cream lovers! Make sure they have an ice cream maker!

Robicelli’s A Love Story with Cupcakes by Allison & Matt Robicelli
The funniest and most real cookbook I have ever read. For cupcakes biggest fan! 

Sprinklebakes by Heather Baird

 Need an artistic twist to your baking, then this is the book for you!

Sweet Treats for a Sugar Filled Life, Presented by Cakespy by Jessie Oleson-Moore

 This book is your guide to taking dessert above and beyond your wildest dreams!

The Vintage Sweets book, The Vintage Tea Party Book, The Vintage Tea Party Year by Angel Adoree

If you know someone who loves vintage, afternoon, tea, sweets, parties and more then this is the book for them! 

Warm Bread & Honey Cake by Gaitri Pagrach-Chandra

Great read and recipes in this book! Great for someone who loves to learn about food from all over the world. 

Now for the books I wouldn't mind appearing under my Christmas Tree this year!

Bake to Baking: 200 Timeless Recipes to Bake, Share, and Enjoy by Anna Olsen

My Paris Kitchen: Recipes & Stories by David Lebovitz

Sweet by Valerie Gordon

Paris Sweets by Dorie Greenspan

Baked Elements: The Importance of Being Baked in 10 Favorite Ingredients

& Baked Occasions by Matt Lewis and Renato Poliafito

Sugar Rush: Master Tips, Techniques, and Recipes for Sweet Baking by Johnny Iuzzini & Wes Martin

Huckleberry: Stories, Secrets, and Recipes from our Kitchen by Zoe Nathan

Marshmallow Madness!: Dozens of Puffalicious Recipes by Shauna Sever

What is your favorite baking and/or cookbook that you think would make a great gift? Any book that you think everyone you know should own? Just leave a comment below because I am always looking for new cookbooks!!

notes: To see my full list of baking books and a handful of my cookbooks check out the tab above! I really need to update it! All opinions and suggestions are my own I have in no way been compensated for this post by any of the publishers or authors. Please see my contact/policy page for further information. The black box on the top is intentionally a black box. 

Raspberry Ripple Ice Cream

I recently purchased a copy of David Lebovitz’s The Perfect Scoop and I am glad I finally did. It should actually come standard with every ice cream maker sold.

I have a couple of other ice cream recipe books, but they were either full of flavors I would only try if I was at an ice cream parlor or so basic it left me feeling uninspired. The Perfect Scoop is neither of these! It also has recipes for different types of frozen treats!

There are so many amazing recipes I can’t wait to try; next on my list is the peanut butter ice cream. I love peanut butter ice cream and it doesn't really exist here in the UK. Ben and Jerry’s have just come out with a new core ice cream that has peanut butter ice cream, but it’s not enough and the jam core made me gag.

My husband requested Raspberry Ripple Ice Cream so that is the first recipe I tried. As this recipe has already been plastered all over the web on various blogs I won’t be sharing it with you today. Also if you want a taster of more recipes from his book check out his official site!

The Raspberry Ripple Ice Cream turned out pretty amazing. It’s a custard base ice cream so there is some waiting and planning time. I make my custard the night before and let it chill in the fridge over night. Then I churn it in the morning and freeze it in time for dessert that evening. But that’s just me.

As it’s a custard base, like I just mentioned, it’s very rich and one perfect scoop is plenty to satisfy any ice cream craving. We recently had perfect ice cream weather, but England never stays sunny and warm for long.

This was a bit hit with my husband who requested it and with everyone who walks through the house. The minute they step inside I bombard them with "I made ice cream you have to try it!" They really don't get a choice in the matter, but they really don't seem to mind. Especially after the first scoop. 

What ice cream flavor could you not live without?? 

notes: The Perfect Scoop by David Lebovitz; David Lebovitz website; if you are't convinced to buy the book google “Raspberry Ripple Ice Cream David Lebovitz” you’ll find the recipe (I know I'm being a bit rude instructing you to go else where, but hey it's not too much extra work if you're already wasting time online!) and I should note that I purchased my book from Amazon. It's where I buy most of my books that's why I link it not because I am getting anything in return for it. I will always state if I have been sent a book by the publishers. For more information on this see my tabs above.