100 Morning Treats: With Muffins, Rolls, Biscuits, Sweet and Savory Breakfast Breads, and More

Those looking to host a memorable brunch (or to simply bring a smile to family members' faces) need look no further than 100 Morning Treats: With Muffins, Rolls, Biscuits, Sweet and Savory Breakfast Breads, and More by Sarah Kieffer (100 Cookies; The Vanilla Bean Baking Book). This wonderfully delectable cookbook is chock-full of amazing baked goods--perfect for breakfast, brunch, even afternoon tea--with recipes adaptable for a wide range of skill levels.

Kieffer's writing style is concise but friendly, as she documents her history in the restaurant and coffee shop industries, and showcases the skills she learned there. Full of practical baking advice and luscious pictures that will leave readers drooling, 100 Morning Treats is downright lovely. There are tried-and-true items, such as Blueberry Muffins, "Good Morning Berry Crisp," and Cinnamon Swirl Bread. But there is also more exotic fare: Lemon Curd Bostok, Mini Dutch Babies, and Ham and Cheese Breakfast Sliders, to name a few. Kieffer even includes ideas for drinks to mix and music to play, making the morning experience truly unforgettable.

Additionally, Kieffer includes helpful guides for basic doughs that can be used in numerous baked goods: Buttermilk Dough, Pull-Apart Bread Dough, Cheater Croissant Dough, and more. Combine these with her instructions for making Pastry Cream, Caramel, Pecan Streusel, or Crème Fraiche, and readers will be able to turn 100 treats into countless more. Perfect for new and experienced bakers alike, 100 Morning Treats is a welcome addition to any kitchen. --Jessica Howard, freelance book reviewer

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