1 / 2The Artful Baker: Extraordinary Desserts From an Obsessive Home Baker
Extraordinary Desserts From Obsessive Home: The Artful Baker is Cenk Sönmezsoy’s illustrated dessert cookbook, with more than 100 recipes spanning cakes, cookies, tarts, ice creams, preserves and Turkish baking. Its mix of baking instructions, photographs and personal stories suits readers who want both recipes and a visual, narrative cookbook.
At a glance
- More than 100 dessert recipes, according to the listing.
- Recipe range includes cookies, cakes, tarts, ice creams, jam and sourdough simit.
- The listing says ingredients are measured by volume and weight in grams, with ounces and grams used where volume is not useful.
- Recipes are accompanied by photographs and personal stories about the author's baking.
Reference price: $31.99
Price checked: Nov 13, 2026
View offerAhead of Black FridayExplore the selectionPros and cons
Pros
- Broad dessert selection includes both familiar bakes and distinctive recipes such as tahini and leblebi brownies and Isabella grape and kefir ice cream.
- Ingredient measurements in both volume and weight can help accommodate different kitchen habits.
- The illustrated format adds visual reference alongside recipes.
Technical specifications
12 specifications| Publisher | ABRAMS |
|---|---|
| Publication date | October 17, 2017 |
| Edition | Illustrated |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 388 pages |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1683351023 |
| File size | 248.3 MB |
|---|---|
| Screen Reader | Supported |
| Enhanced typesetting | Enabled |
| X-Ray | Enabled |
| Word Wise | Enabled |
| Page Flip | Enabled |
What to know before buying
- The listing describes an illustrated 388-page book and a 248.3 MB Kindle file. This listing is for the Kindle edition, so confirm that digital format matches your preference.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Home bakers looking for a varied dessert cookbook with detailed instructions and photographs.
- Readers interested in distinctive flavor combinations and Turkish-inspired recipes.
- Cooks who appreciate both recipe content and the author's personal baking stories.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a savory-focused cookbook or a narrowly specialized baking manual.
- Buyers who specifically want a physical print copy rather than a Kindle edition.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Customer feedback highlights the photographs, recipe selection and readable instructions, with customers also describing the baked results as delicious and the book as informative. That response is relevant for readers choosing a visually oriented recipe collection, while the listing's claims about recipe testing and measurements are separate from customer impressions.
Positive themes
- Customers praise the photographs and recipe selection.
- Feedback describes the instructions as easy to follow and the baked results as delicious.
- Customers also find the content informative and enjoyable to read.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of recipes are in The Artful Baker?
The listing describes more than 100 desserts, including cookies, cakes, tarts, ice creams and jam, as well as sourdough simit.
Does the book include ingredient weights?
Yes. The listing says measurements include volume and grams, and some ingredients are measured in ounces and grams where volume is not useful.
Is this listing for a print or digital book?
The supplied details identify a Kindle edition, including a file size and Kindle reading features.
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