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Best baking books of 2025

Discover the most exciting new baking books for 2025. This selection features the most anticipated and acclaimed publications from top chefs and home baking enthusiasts. Explore innovative recipes, advanced baking techniques, and reinvented classics that will inspire any baker. Find your next culinary gem to perfect your skills and delight your loved ones with exceptional desserts. Perfect for those seeking the latest and most relevant cookbooks in the world of baking.

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    Baking and the Meaning of Life: How to Find Joy in 100 Recipes

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    • Beautifully presented

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    Helen Goh's solo debut is praised for its exquisite recipes and thoughtful reflections on baking's deeper meaning. It offers a unique blend of creative flavors and personal insights, making it a comforting and inspiring read for serious home bakers.

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    Sweet & Salty!: King Arthur Baking Company's Cookbook for Young Bakers (2025)

    5 Global Votes
    • Family-friendly cookbook for young bakers

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    This cookbook is specifically designed for young bakers, offering spunky and easy-to-follow recipes. It makes baking accessible and enjoyable for children, providing fun activities for the whole family.

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    The Art of Gluten-Free Bread (December 2025)

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    • Features meticulous instructions

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    Aran Goyoaga's book is a revelation for gluten-free bakers, offering imaginative recipes and techniques for traditional breads. It restores the joy of making crusty sourdough, tender brioche, and flaky croissants without wheat.

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    Sally's Baking 101: Foolproof Recipes From Easy to Advanced (September 2, 2025)

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    • Recipes are approachable for everyone

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    From the popular 'Sally's Baking Addiction' website, this cookbook provides foolproof recipes for all skill levels. Its clear communication and numerous tips make it an invaluable resource for both beginners and experienced bakers looking to improve their skills.

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    Good Things: Recipes and Rituals to Share with People You Love (September 16, 2025)

    1 Global Votes
    • Soul-nourishing cookbook

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    Samin Nosrat's highly anticipated return offers 125 personal and vibrant recipes, along with a philosophy of cooking as connection. It's a perfect sequel to her acclaimed work, providing meticulously tested recipes and expert tips for home chefs.

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    Sweet Farm!: More Than 100 Cookies, Cakes, Salads (!), and Other Delights from My Kitchen on a Sugar Beet Farm (2025)

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    • Imposing, thoughtful, seriously original collection of recipes

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    Molly Yeh's latest book offers over 100 delightful and accessible recipes from her unique kitchen on a sugar beet farm. Her popular style ensures that these cookies, cakes, and other treats will be a joy to bake and share.

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    Cookies: The Best Recipes for the Perfect Anytime Treat (2025)

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    • Features 50+ different recipes

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    Vaughn Vreeland's debut cookbook, in partnership with NYT Cooking, offers a comprehensive collection of 100 cookie recipes. It caters to diverse preferences, ensuring every cookie enthusiast finds a new favorite treat.

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    Baking Across America: A Vintage Recipe Road Trip (2025)

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    • Features 100 uniquely American recipes

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    B. Dylan Hollis takes readers on a unique culinary journey, reviving forgotten regional recipes from across the United States. This creative cookbook offers a refreshing alternative to common bakes, celebrating retro dishes with a distinct flavor.

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    Gluten-Free Baking at Home (2025)

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    • Hardbound and large format

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    This cookbook addresses the challenges of gluten-free baking by providing a reliable collection of recipes. It aims to deliver satisfying results for both sweet and savory items, making it an invaluable resource for those avoiding wheat.

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    Fat + Flour (October 2025)

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    • Treasure trove of unfussy, delicious recipes

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    From renowned baker Nicole Rucker, this cookbook celebrates sweet, indulgent, and gooey treats with fuss-free and inventive recipes. It's a guide to achieving expert-level baking at home, focusing on simplicity and creative twists on classics.

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    Bread Etc (Autumn 2025)

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    • Written by an excellent bread baker, professor, and chef

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    Matthew James Duffy's 'Bread Etc' is a comprehensive foundational bread book, packed with teaching and recipes. It covers various techniques, from yeasted breads to sourdough, making it suitable for both beginners and experienced bakers.

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    For the Love of Lemons (October 2025)

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    • Joyful to read and cook from

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    Letitia Clark's Italian-inspired cookbook celebrates the lemon as a versatile main ingredient in both sweet and savory dishes. Accompanied by stunning photography, it highlights the dynamic flavor of lemons in creative and delicious ways.

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    Baking for Two (2025)

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    • Offers 200+ small-batch recipes

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    This cookbook caters to the growing demand for recipes scaled for smaller households or individuals. It's perfect for couples or single bakers who want to enjoy freshly baked goods without excessive leftovers.