
Product Description
The King Arthur Baking Company Big Book of Bread
#1 New York Times Bestseller • USA TODAY Bestseller • Publishers Weekly Bestseller
Named One of the Best Cookbooks of the Year by: New York Magazine, The Readable Feast, AOL, and Here & Now
From the beloved baking authority comes the most comprehensive bread book in a decade—with 125 recipes that meet you wherever you are in your bread-making journey. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned baker, The King Arthur Baking Company Big Book of Bread is your ultimate guide to mastering the art of bread.
Inside this beautiful and authoritative collection:
- Step-by-step guidance — Learn every detail about folding, shaping, flour, yeast, and temperature, with expert tips to help you handle tricky doughs and store your loaves perfectly.
- Stunning visuals — Each recipe includes a gorgeous four-color photo and step-by-step photography, plus QR codes linking to helpful how-to videos.
- 125 wide-ranging recipes — From classic loaves to inventive favorites, you’ll find recipes like:
- Flatbreads: Focaccia, Naan, Pita, Scallion Pancake, Lavash, Seedy Crackers
- Pan Loaves: Everyday Bread, English Muffin Toasting Bread, Tiger Milk Bread
- Sourdoughs: Baguette, Sandwich Bread, Cinnamon Swirl
- Hearth Breads: Classic Miche, Chocolate Levain, Sesame Whole Wheat Loaf
- Buns & Rolls: Conchas, Bolo Bao, Jerusalem Bagels, Buttermilk Buns
- “Fancy” Breads: Basic Babka, Big Sticky Bun, Stollen
- Creative Bread Dishes: Cheddar Kimchi Strata, Sourdough Lasagna, Migas
- Elegant presentation — Beautifully designed with premium paper, rich photography, and a ribbon marker for easy reference.
The King Arthur Baking Company Big Book of Bread makes bread baking approachable, educational, and inspiring. It’s the definitive guide for anyone ready to bake with confidence and creativity.


