Bøker av Claire Ptak

Renowned for the wedding cake she created for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, Claire Ptak knows there's nothing like a cake when it comes to expressions and celebrations of love. A Chez Panisse alum, Ptak is a Northern California native who now runs the wildly successful Violet Bakery in London. Reflecting on her upbringing and love of in-season produce, she shares 75 sweet and savory creations, including Huckleberry Basil Sugar Scones, Peaches and Cream Angel Food Cake, and a strawberry-coconut meringue cake. Her bakes are homey yet elevated, made with the best possible ingredients, so as to extract the best possible flavors. Included are gluten-free, refined sugar-free and vegan bakes, as well as the sought-after recipe for the Duke and Duchess's lemon elderflower cake.Featuring gorgeous photographs shot in both England and California, Love is a Pink Cake is a treasure trove of inspiration for anyone eager to emulate Ptak's unique sensibility and dreamy creations in their own kitchen.

Make way, cupcakes-it's whoopie pie time! Everyone is falling in love with America's classic sandwich treat-two soft cookies with a creamy filling. Now, baker extraordinaire Claire Ptak, a pastry alum of Berkeley's famed Chez Panisse and proprietor of Violet, her own baking company, takes the humble whoopie pie to new heights.Here are 60 irresistible recipes-made with fresh, seasonal ingredients-that show home bakers how to make the components for more than two dozen distinctive, flavorful whoopie pies:. Classic whoopie pies, including Chocolate with Fluffy Marshmallow Filling, Chocolate Chip with Chocolate Marshmallow Filling, and Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese. Iced and glazed treats such as Walnut Whip, Coconut Cream with Coconut Swiss Buttercream, and Meringue with Chestnut Cream whoopie pies. Topped and drizzled indulgences from Blackberry with Blackberry Cream to Banana Cream Pie with Vanilla Custard Cream. Frozen and chilled varieties such as refreshing Key Lime Pie and Chocolate Mint with Frozen Mint Chip Cream . Holiday-themed desserts like Easter Egg and Spooky Halloween whoopie pies-and much more!More than 75 gorgeous full-page photographs showcase every recipe in this book, which also includes a handful of Claire Ptak's other not-to-be-missed sweet treats, including Peanut Butter Sandwich Cookies and Easy Chocolate Macaroons.The Whoopie Pie Book will inspire and guide every time the whoopie-pie urge hits!

Re-create best-loved candies in your own kitchen 150 recipes for sweets, candies and chocolate confections, whether hard, chewy, soft or sticky.

Introducing 'Love is a Pink Cake', an enchanting tale penned by the talented Claire Ptak. Published just recently in 2023, this book has already started to make waves in the literary world. The genre of this book is a delightful mix of romance and drama, offering a unique perspective on love and relationships. Set against the backdrop of everyday life, the story unfolds with a charm that is quintessentially Ptak. The book takes you on a journey through the intricacies of love, symbolized by the 'Pink Cake'. It's a story that is as sweet and layered as the cake itself. Published by Vintage Publishing, a name synonymous with quality literature, the book is a testament to their commitment to bring diverse stories to readers. 'Love is a Pink Cake' is not just a book, but an experience that stays with you long after you've turned the last page. Dive into this English language masterpiece and let the magic of love and pink cake unfold.

Indulge your sweet tooth with this gorgeous collection of classic confectionery, from traditional hard candies and suckable lollipops to chewy taffies and shaped fondants. Every recipe and technique is described clearly, with the help of 100 tempting photographs.

The Violet Bakery is bustling cake shop and cafe in Hackney, east London. Famed for its exquisite baked goods and contemporary feel it has become a cult destination. In this book, structured around times of the day, she shares the flavour secrets of her delicious Violet bakes for home cooks.