Baking is both a science and an art and the nuances are numerous, but there are certain principles and techniques that always hold true. This book offers you the secrets to light baking success. From creating flaky biscuits to making a perfect piecrust, this book offers tips and the nutrition information you need to create homemade baked goods.

Subtitle from jacket. At head of title: Cooking light. Includes indexes.

Welcome -- Way to bake -- Muffins & quick bread loaves -- Biscuits & scones -- Waffles, pancakes & crepes -- Cookies & biscotti -- Bars & squares -- Cakes & cupcakes -- Pies, tarts, cobblers & pastries -- Custards, puddings & soufflès -- Yeast breads.