Beranbaum has written the classic cake cookbook. A chapter devoted to the master baker offers clear, precise instructions for making special-occasion cakes of any size up to 18 inches in diameter. A chapter of special decorative techniques makes it possible for even the beginning baker to make cakes look terrific. Includes countless solutions and tips for all the little problems that may arise. Illustrated.

An IACP Culinary Classics Hall of Fame book - Winner of the James Beard award

"If you ever bake a cake, this book will become your partner in the kitchen." --Maida Heatter

This is the classic cake cookbook that enables anyone to make delicious, exquisite cakes. As a writer for food magazines, women's magazines, and newspapers, including The New York Times, Rose Levy Beranbaum's trademark is her ability to reduce the most complex techniques to easy-to-follow recipes. Rose makes baking a joy. This is the definitive work on cakes by the country's top cake baker.

The Cake Bible shows how to:

• Mix a buttery, tender layer cake in under five minutes with perfect results every time
• Make the most fabulous chocolate cake you ever imagined with just three ingredients
• Find recipes for every major type of cake, from pancakes to four-tiered wedding cakes
• Make cakes with less sugar but maximum flavor and texture
• Make many low- to no- cholesterol, low-saturated-fat recipes