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Snacking Cakes: Simple Treats for Anytime Cravings: A Baking Book Kindle Edition

by Yossy Arefi (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
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Find sweet satisfaction with 50 easy, everyday cake recipes made with simple ingredients, one bowl, and no fuss.

IACP AWARD WINNER • NAMED ONE OF THE BEST COOKBOOKS OF THE YEAR BY Bon Appétit • The New York Times Book Review • Epicurious • Town & Country

“[Snacking Cakes] hits the sweet spot. . . . Cake for breakfast? Yes, please!”—Martha Stewart Living

In Snacking Cakes, the indulgent, treat-yourself concept of cake becomes an anytime, easy-to-make treat. Expert baker Yossy Arefi’s collection of no-fuss recipes is perfect for anyone who craves near-instant cake satisfaction.

With little time and effort, these single-layered cakes are made using only one bowl (no electric mixers needed) and utilize ingredients likely sitting in your cupboard. They’re baked in the basic pans you already own and shine with only the most modest adornments: a dusting of powdered sugar, a drizzle of glaze, a dollop of whipped cream. From Nectarine and Cornmeal Upside-Down Cake and Gingery Sweet Potato Cake to Salty Caramel Peanut Butter Cake and Milk Chocolate Chip Hazelnut Cake, these humble, comforting treats couldn’t be simpler to create. Yossy’s rustic, elegant style combines accessible, diverse flavors in intriguing ways that make them easy for kids to join in on the baking, but special enough to serve company or bring to potlucks.

Whether enjoyed in a quiet moment alone with a cup of morning coffee or with friends hungrily gathered around the pan, these ever-pleasing, undemanding cakes will become part of your daily ritual.
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“Snack time has officially gotten an upgrade! Yossy's cakes are stunningly beautiful, vibrantly delicious, and perfectly acceptable to eat whenever you please, no reason necessary, because they’re SNACKS! I am officially obsessed with this book.”—Molly Yeh, cookbook author and Food Network host
 
“What’s more joyful than a snacking cake?! Yossy Arefi brings her baking know-how to the mix with recipes that are simple, delicious, and super doable.”—Kerry Diamond, co-founder of Cherry Bombe magazine
 
“This book is my new cake bible. The recipes in this book scratch the itch for just the type of cake I want to eat all the time. True to her brand, Yossy’s cakes are beautiful in their simplicity and refreshingly simple to make.”—Ben Mims, Los Angeles Times cooking columnist
 
“Forget about that ancient box of cake mix in the cupboard, because Yossy will show you that no matter where you are, who you’re with, or what’s in the fridge, a cake is always possible. Her streamlined methods (bowl plus whisk!) and mix of clever and classic flavors make this the kind of baking book you’ll always want within arms’ reach.”— Zoë Kanan, pastry chef
 
“Yossy has a particularly special touch when it comes to flavor and throughout this book there is a sprinkling of delightful flavor combos, exciting textural elements, and delicious sounding recipes. Snacking cakes are meant to be simple but Yossy’s style also stops them ever being boring.”—Edd Kimber, baker and author of One Tin Bakes
 
“Yossy Arefi has a natural ability to make reliable, doable recipes that are also incredibly beautiful. The pages of Snacking Cakes radiate with these talents. This book made me want to run to my kitchen, grab the nearest bowl, and bake—and I know readers everywhere will be joining me.’”—Erin Jeanne McDowell, author of The Book on Pie
 
“Yossy Arefi has the rare ability to create approachable recipes that yield bold, nuanced flavors. She does exactly that in Snacking Cakes, providing readers with an array of low-effort, high-reward cakes to celebrate the everyday.”—Vallery Lomas, blogger and on-air host
 
“I’m a big fan of the way Yossy mixes fruit, citrus, and spice—exactly how I want to eat my sweets every day. All of her baked goods are beautifully delicious. Period.”—Erin Patinkin co-founder of Ovenly and Seemore Meats and Veggies
 
“Yossy brings her trusted baking knowledge to this lovely collection filled with every type of cake and icing combination possible. It truly is a book for all occasions and cravings, and I can’t wait to bake my way through it.”—Sarah Kieffer, cookbook writer and author of The Vanilla Bean blog
 
“In Snacking Cakes, Yossy returns with her immediately recognizable style, one that is both familiar and aspirational, with layer cakes that feel both special and inherently comforting. This book is exactly right for right now.”—Tara O’Brady, food writer and author of the award-winning Seven Spoons

About the Author

Yossy Arefi is a writer, photographer, and food stylist. Her first book, Sweeter off the Vine: Fruit Desserts for Every Season, was published in 2016. Yossy also writes the award-winning blog Apt. 2B Baking Co., which celebrates seasonal baking and preserving. Her work has been featured in publications in print and online, including NYT Cooking, Martha Stewart, Bon Appétit, Food52, Epicurious, Good Housekeeping, EatingWell, and more. She teaches food and photography workshops all over the world, and lives in Brooklyn with her partner, Pete, their cat, Abigail, and their dog, Arlo.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B084FLXT18
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Clarkson Potter (October 27, 2020)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ October 27, 2020
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 245976 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
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  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 349 pages
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YOSSY AREFI is a writer, photographer, and food stylist. Her first book, Sweeter off the Vine was published in 2016. Yossy also writes the award winning blog Apt 2B Baking Co which celebrates seasonal baking and preserving. Her work has been featured in publications in print and online including NYT Cooking, Martha Stewart, Bon Appetit, Food52, Epicurious, Good Housekeeping, Eating Well and more. She teaches food and photography workshops all over the world.

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4.8 out of 5 stars
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Customers find the ingredients fairly common and on hand so they can whip up a cake on a whim. They also appreciate the beautiful photography and straightforward instructions. Readers say the recipes are delicious and easy to follow. They love the concept and creativity. Overall, customers describe the book as enticing in terms of tastiness and speed.

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108 customers mention "Recipes"106 positive2 negative

Customers find the recipes in the book delicious, with a nice variety of flavors. They also say the book is fun and solid, with great, easy, and delicious recipes for all year round.

"...It's exactly as advertised - low-fuss cakes that you can make with stuff you probably have around...." Read more

"...None of them are too sweet and the four or five that I’ve made evolved over fairly well with my work mates and my family, she has beautiful pictures..." Read more

"The recipes looked and sounded yummy. I haven't had a chance to make anything yet, but I hope I hope I will soon...." Read more

"...has made some delicious recipes with basic ingredients that pack a flavor punch while being easy and adaptable...." Read more

90 customers mention "Instructions"89 positive1 negative

Customers find the recipes in the book easy to make and don't require a mixer. They also appreciate the instructions on using different pans and the options to make changes. Readers also mention that the recipes require minimal equipment and are almost fail-proof.

"...The instructions are clear and the substitution suggestions make a ton of sense...." Read more

"...family, she has beautiful pictures very easy directions and almost fail proof recipes" Read more

"From scratch cakes are super easy with this book!..." Read more

"...Yossy has made some delicious recipes with basic ingredients that pack a flavor punch while being easy and adaptable...." Read more

20 customers mention "Photography"20 positive0 negative

Customers find the photography in the book beautiful. They also appreciate the easy directions and almost fail-proof recipes.

"...fairly well with my work mates and my family, she has beautiful pictures very easy directions and almost fail proof recipes" Read more

"...Most important, it has great recipes! Easy to read and great pics. Tried two recipes already and loved each as is." Read more

"...She is a superb cook and baker. It is a beautiful book and she loves it." Read more

"...Each is easy to follow with unexpected, very yummy flavors. The are beautiful, too. Snacking Cake is kind of a new obsession...." Read more

16 customers mention "Recipe"16 positive0 negative

Customers find the recipe delicious, easy, and fast to make using everyday ingredients. They also say the cakes are perfect little cakes every time.

"...Super easy to whip up a cake for dessert anytime...." Read more

"...But beware, these recipes are very enticing in terms of tastiness and speed and you will find yourself doubling that initial 8 x8 cake the next time..." Read more

"...It is as advertised. One bowl and a whisk and very quickly a small delicious cake. Great for a small family or gathering. Recommend." Read more

"...Delicious, quick, easy... what’s not to love? Buy it!..." Read more

13 customers mention "Premise"13 positive0 negative

Customers find the concept and creativity in the book great. They also appreciate the diversity of recipes, saying that some are interesting and fun to make.

"...But beware, these recipes are very enticing in terms of tastiness and speed and you will find yourself doubling that initial 8 x8 cake the next time..." Read more

"...What a wonderful, unique concept!..." Read more

"...The book has a great diversity of recipes and some very interesting ones...." Read more

"...Tasty, fairly easy, clever, interesting cakes for every day. (I buy it for gifts too.)" Read more

9 customers mention "Ingredients"9 positive0 negative

Customers find the ingredients in the book fairly common and on hand so they can whip up a cake on a whim.

"...I like that she provides different suggestions/alternative ingredients for each cake." Read more

"Simple, consistent techniques with ingredients you typically have on hand. Yummy variety allows us to follow our cake whims...." Read more

"...I've learned a lot about the ease and great ingredients for these simple cakes. That in and of itself has made this book a success in my eyes...." Read more

"...Like the fact that the author recommends alternate pans and ingredients.Great first time baking book. Or for someone who is scaling down." Read more

8 customers mention "Versatility"8 positive0 negative

Customers find the book well written and gives them a variety of options for each cake.

"...The instructions are clear and the substitution suggestions make a ton of sense...." Read more

"...Additionally, she includes possible variations for most of the recipes (like using different fruit on spices) and variations for toppings as..." Read more

"...The variations she provides gives you endless possibilities. I’ve made four cakes so far (all excellent!)...." Read more

"Well written, easy recipes, great option suggestions, very nice pics, happy with my purchase to add to my go to cookbook library." Read more

6 customers mention "Book results"6 positive0 negative

Customers find the book useful, attractive, and easy to follow. They say it contains a wealth of helpful information about ingredients and equipment.

"My 13 yo is learning to bake & this book has been perfect to help her hone her skills & build her confidence...." Read more

"...; the descriptions are so informative; it contains a wealth of really helpful information regarding ingredients, equipment, and substitutions; and..." Read more

"Great variety of cakes that come together with little fuss and with great results...." Read more

"These beautiful cake recipes are both practical & versatile...." Read more

Perfect little sweet treats!
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Perfect little sweet treats!
Sometimes you just need a little sweet something with your morning/afternoon coffee/tea. This cookbook is perfect for that! Easy to follow, quick recipes with very helpful variation suggestions. Just made the Mostly Apples Cake (cuz tis the season - see pics) and it’s absolutely delish! Can’t wait to try more. And looking forward to the new book coming out soon!
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Wiredferret
5.0 out of 5 stars Does what it promises
Reviewed in the United States on June 25, 2024
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We've already made 4 cakes from this book, and I only got it a month ago.

It's exactly as advertised - low-fuss cakes that you can make with stuff you probably have around. The portioning is nice for people who aren't hosting a party, but are also not against some breakfast cake sometimes. The instructions are clear and the substitution suggestions make a ton of sense.

Read if: You want something that is almost as simple as a box cake, but much tastier.

Skip if: You derive satisfaction from getting Cooks Illustrated recipes to turn out right.
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cindy korn
5.0 out of 5 stars Heard about book from a pod cast
Reviewed in the United States on April 21, 2024
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Jake Gyllenhaal was talking about how much he loved making snack cakes from this book. So I thought I’d buy it all of the cake so far are super easy to make. None of them are too sweet and the four or five that I’ve made evolved over fairly well with my work mates and my family, she has beautiful pictures very easy directions and almost fail proof recipes
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Ken Colley
5.0 out of 5 stars Fun little book for scratch cakes!
Reviewed in the United States on June 10, 2024
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From scratch cakes are super easy with this book! It also shows guests and people you take a dessert to that you took the time to make something for them. Recommend.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Yummyl
Reviewed in the United States on February 11, 2023
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The recipes looked and sounded yummy. I haven't had a chance to make anything yet, but I hope I hope I will soon. The vanilla frosting would be delicious on a chocolate cake.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent, easy cakes!!
Reviewed in the United States on March 26, 2024
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I continually checked this out at the library before finally buying it. Yossy has made some delicious recipes with basic ingredients that pack a flavor punch while being easy and adaptable. I shy away from baking due to it just being two of us in the house, but these are PERFECT for us. I halve the recipes and am able to get two decent sized personal cakes. Everyone one i know i have told to go get this book and now I am telling you to get it too.

Thank you Yossy for improving my life ;)
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Knead2Quilt
5.0 out of 5 stars Snacking Cakes is a great addition to your baking library!
Reviewed in the United States on May 14, 2024
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Love this book. Lots of great recipes and all recipes have options to make changes. I highly recommend this book.
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Sujata Joshi
5.0 out of 5 stars Easy, delicious cakes for everyday treats
Reviewed in the United States on March 25, 2024
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I rarely buy or use cookbooks but am so glad I bought this one. The cake recipes are easy, adaptable, and delicious. I’ve probably made about six of the recipes from this cookbook so far and all have turned out great. The recipes follow the same basic steps (dissolve sugar in eggs/egg substitute, whisk in wet ingredients, fold in dry ingredients, bake, glaze or frost) and many can be made with ingredients in a basic stocked pantry. I made the buttermilk vanilla cake with strawberry frosting today and it is heavenly. Highly recommend!
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5.0 out of 5 stars perfect for baking a small cake
Reviewed in the United States on April 25, 2024
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This is a wonderful cookbook. One bowl to mix., one pan to bake. Easy peasy. I have made four of the cakes so far and they have all been really good. Highly recommended
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5.0 out of 5 stars Delicious easy recipes
Reviewed in Canada on July 28, 2023
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Love this book. Really easy tasty cakes. Anyone can follow this book and the recipes. I like the fact that they don’t take a lot of time but taste really good.
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Gabriel
5.0 out of 5 stars Cute
Reviewed in Spain on February 16, 2024
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This book is such a cool gift for someone that truly apreciates exploring simples sweets without going for the plain cakes.
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Dr. Marlena Corcoran
5.0 out of 5 stars A whisk, a bowl and voilà
Reviewed in Germany on May 31, 2022
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The red velvet cake, minus the red food coloring and plus some whipped cream and edible flowers, let the simple ingredients shine through splendidly! I miss baking with my grandmother and a wooden spoon, and this book brought it all back. I will cook methodically through all 50 recipes, you can be sure. This book is an antidote to the aspirational cookbooks to are fun to look at, but unlikely to find a home in your kitchen. Thank you, Yossy Arefi!
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5.0 out of 5 stars A whisk, a bowl and voilà
Reviewed in Germany on May 31, 2022
The red velvet cake, minus the red food coloring and plus some whipped cream and edible flowers, let the simple ingredients shine through splendidly! I miss baking with my grandmother and a wooden spoon, and this book brought it all back. I will cook methodically through all 50 recipes, you can be sure. This book is an antidote to the aspirational cookbooks to are fun to look at, but unlikely to find a home in your kitchen. Thank you, Yossy Arefi!
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Melquiades
5.0 out of 5 stars Easy and unusual recipes
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 22, 2022
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We've baked 3 cakes out of this book and all have been wonderful. The chocolate chip espresso cake and the powdered donut cake both deserve special moreish mention. Brilliant to break out of our chocolate sponge cake rut.

The recipes all need a single bowl and so are simple enough for my 10 year old to do on her own. We've used the UK measurements without any issue. I had to do a little translation from my daughter (baking soda; confectioners sugar; all purpose flour) but not really an issue.

I love that each recipe includes info for using different size/shaped pans and so is just really practical to use. No weird ingredients either, and the author has a laid back attitude to substitutions which is great for a bit of experimentation.
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5.0 out of 5 stars I love this book!
Reviewed in France on February 9, 2022
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Such easy and great recipes, highly recommend!
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