Description
Make out-of-this-world, showstopping bakes by perfecting the Three Pillars of Pastry (brioche, puff pastry, and croissant) with the steady hand of a self-taught baker as your guide. In this pastry cookbook, you’ll find 30+ innovative, sweet and savory recipes crafted by the highly sought-after Temple Pastries bakery. Named 2026 Gold Winner of Pubwest Book Design Awards JOIN THE CULT OF THE CROISSANT! In this creative pastry cookbook, master three foundational dough recipes: brioche, puff pastry, and croissant. Then build confidence with 30+ recipes that bring those bakes to life in all their mouthwatering glory. Author Christina Wood–self-taught home baker turned owner and benevolent leader of Temple Pastries and James Beard Award semifinalist–swoops in to demystify those intimidating, picture-perfect pastries that may have felt too challenging to attempt. Ideal for experienced home bakers, you’ll find step by step guidance in clear, unambiguous language; detailed timelines for planning your day; and plenty of process shots to bestow necessary confidence. Includes savory and not-too-sweet flavors such as:
- Chinese Five-Spice Kouign Amann
- Gochujang Babka
- Harissa-Sweet Potato Rosette Tart with Feta
- Cheesy Blistered Tomato Croissant
Sweet tooths are covered too!
- Poached Quince Tarte Tatin
- Creme Brulee Donut
- Sumac-Roasted Strawberry Cheesecake Croissant
We know you’ve already mastered cakes and cookies. Now take your skills to the next level with these three mouthwatering pillars of pastry!
Author: Christina Wood
Publisher: Sasquatch Books
Published: 9/30/2025
Pages: 208
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.65 lbs
Size: 10.1″ H x 7.4″ L x 0.9″ W
ISBN: 9781632175502
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