Small Cakes: From Fondant Fancies to Florentines - Couverture rigide

From iced fairy cakes to fondant fancies; lemon drizzle cake to lime, lemon, and pistachio slices; these mini versions of classic baked goods provide comfort during a busy day and are perfect for sharing. Traditional favorites such as cheesecakes, sponge cakes, baked fruit loaves, and chunky brownies are waiting to be rediscovered. Perfectly formed miniatures become delicate indulgences rather than guilty pleasures in the creative hands of this leading pastry chef. His new approach to traditional baking is fun, inventive, and, above all, delicious. Thirty fun and exciting recipes provide ideas for baking a cake for any occasion and are a great excuse for transforming everyday baking into a delicious and joyful experience.

Roger Pizey is a professional baker and patissier with more than 20 years of experience. He was featured as a pastry expert on the television show Hell's Kitchen.