Kelly Jaggers - The Ultimate Baking for One Cookbook: 175 Super Easy Recipes Made Just for You (Ultimate for One)

The Ultimate Baking for One Cookbook

175 Super Easy Recipes Made Just for You

Kelly Jaggers

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Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data

Names: Jaggers, Kelly, author.

Title: The ultimate baking for one cookbook / Kelly Jaggers.

Description: Stoughton, MA: Adams Media, 2021. | Series: Ultimate for one | Includes index.

Identifiers: LCCN 2021032929 | ISBN 9781507217337 (pb) | ISBN 9781507217344 (ebook)

Subjects: LCSH: Baking. | Cooking for one. | LCGFT: Cookbooks.

Classification: LCC TX763 .J34 1996 | DDC 641.8/15--dc23

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Always follow safety and commonsense cooking protocols while using kitchen utensils, operating ovens and stoves, and handling uncooked food. If children are assisting in the preparation of any recipe, they should always be supervised by an adult.

DEDICATION

To my mother, Carol. I miss you every day.

Baking is the perfect blend of art, science, and pleasure. Theres something so gratifying about having a sweet indulgence to treat yourself with when you need it. Unfortunately, most recipes for baked goods seem to make enough to feed a small army! What do you do when you just want a small dessert, but every recipe seems designed for twelve or more? The amount of waste that results can be so daunting that itll have you reaching for packed, processed foods instead of the home-baked treat youre craving.

The Ultimate Baking for One Cookbook is here to help! In this book, youll find 175 recipes for your favorite treats and baked goods with all the work of scaling down the portions done for youso you can have your sweets without all the waste! Want to enjoy a pie just for you? Youll find perfectly portioned recipes like Classic Apple Pie, Pecan Pie, and Silky Chocolate Ganache Tart in Chapter 5. Want a freshly baked cookie or brownie but dont want to have to make three dozen of them? Check out Chapter 2 for Chocolate Chip Cookies, Buttery Sugar Cookies, and Minty Mocha Browniesall made to satisfy your cravings without all the waste. No matter what you prefer, from sweet treats and decadent desserts to savory breads and buttery biscuits, this book has you covered.

But before you preheat your oven, check out Chapter 1, where you will find the basics of baking for one, baking techniques and terms, lists of tools and pans to make baking for one easier, and ingredients to have on hand so you can bake anytime a craving hits. You will also find troubleshooting tips to give you confidence in the kitchen.

This book will be your guide to a world of delicious baking without waste or worry! Whether you live alone, youre a parent who wants to indulge while the kids enjoy their own treats, or you have a partner who travels, its always fun to indulge in home-baked treats. Just remember, when you are baking for one, you dont have to shareunless you want to! Enjoy!

Baking can be a pleasure. You would be hard-pressed to find many people who dont love a freshly baked cupcake, warm cookies, or a pie with sweet fruit and a crisp, buttery crust. However, recipes for baked goods often make more than a single person can consume, which can lead to food waste or overeating. Fortunately, with recipes made specifically for one person you can still have the pleasure of baking and the satisfaction of a delicious treat, but you dont have to worry about throwing food away or the guilt that often comes with indulging too much.

In this chapter, you will learn basic baking techniques so you will be set up for success. Youll also learn about the tools you need to bake for one, what ingredients are good to have on hand and how to store them, and tips and troubleshooting advice to make your baking successful. With the solid base you learn here, youll be ready to bake with confidence and to enjoy the perfect portion of whatever you desire! With less waste and more fun, baking for one may become your favorite activity!

Baking just for yourself is much less work and stress than baking a full-batch recipe. It takes far less time overall, and cleanup is generally easier too. Planning ahead and keeping a well-stocked pantry and kitchen will help you to be ready to bake when a craving hits.

Baked goods generally use a lot of the same ingredients. When you are shopping do not shy away from full-sized bags of flour or sugar, and make sure you have some basic spices like cinnamon and ginger. You can store flour and spices in the refrigerator or freezer to prolong their shelf life.

Bulk sections of most grocery stores or natural food stores are a great resource for buying smaller amounts of ingredients for recipes that you might not use up otherwise. Most bulk sections sell dried fruits, nuts, various flours, oats, chocolate, sugar, and sometimes different kinds of candy.

Be sure you check your recipe before you start to bake to make sure you have everything you need so you are not disappointed later. Get out all the bowls, pans, and ingredients before you start baking, and let any ingredients come to room temperature as directed.

Baking for one will not require your largest bowls and pans. Using the right size bowl will ensure all your ingredients are incorporated properly. The same goes for tools. Smaller whisks and spatulas are better for smaller-batch recipes.

Watch your small-batch and single-serving baked goods as they bake. Every oven is different, and you can go from perfectly baked to burnt in minutes. Always start checking at the minimum time listed on your recipe, and check every minute until your recipe is baked to your liking.