Book Recommendation: Die Chemie des Backens
Knowledge That Builds Confidence
17 September 2026
Baking is precision – and that is exactly where Die Chemie des Backens comes in. Nicola Lamb explains not only how something succeeds, but above all why. Sound scientific knowledge meets practical baking reality, presented in an accessible way and free from kitchen myths. From flour, sugar, eggs, and fat to common mistakes with ganache, sponge cake, or custard: this book provides confidence through understanding.
Over 100 recipes, organized by time commitment, translate theory into practice – from quick projects to ambitious classics. A book that takes away the fear of failure and makes baking understandable as a learnable craft. Essential reading for anyone who wants to know exactly what really happens inside the oven.
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Die Chemie des Backens
Author: Nicola Lamb
Publisher: Edition Michael Fischer / EMF Verlag
Length: 352 pages
ISBN: 978-3-7459-2936-2
Price: € 35.00 (DE), € 36.00 (AT)
Publication Date: September 2025
