Book Description
You don't need much in the way of experience or talent to transform a simple cake or cookie into a creative masterpiece. According to virtuoso pastry chef Gerhard Jenne, you just need a sense of humor and a steady hand. In this inspiring book (with vibrant photographs by Jonathan Lovekin) Gerhard transforms cake decorating from a tedious chore into a pursuit that is both fun and a real outlet for creative expression. He provides master recipes for five basic frostings, six cookie doughs, and six cake batters. Armed with these materials and Jenne's clearly illustrated instructions even novice bakers can stride into the kitchen and confidently take up the whisk. And what creations! Delectable cookies whose bright, bold designs make them even more tempting, cakes that brim with flavor ... and humor. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (15)

cookie book
Didn't like it much, wasn't what i expected.Not enough instructional pictures or interesting recipes.This is one i should've left in the pile...But maybe someone else will like it,i didn't.

This book makes a great gift.
This was a gift for my daughter. She loves it.

Disappointed...
I found the cover deceiving.I thought the book would be filled with fun designs and better instruction for the home baker attempting to improve their presentation skills.I was also not happy with the icing recipes I tried.I do not recommend this book.

The same book
If you purchase this book, it is no need to purchase the one titled Decorating Cakes and Cookies by the same author.It is the same book just a different cover.

Disappointing
After reading all of the reviews on this book I was left confused by the extreme selection of critiques. After seeing the beautiful carrot cakes on the cover I decided this could hardly be the work of a "sloppy" decorator and went ahead and ordered. What can I say, the cover most definitely does not reflect the level of work inside, which can only be described as ..well.. sloppy! My 12 year old daughter had produced better looking cookies than these!! I can't say anything about the recipes because quite frankly none of them inspired me to try. The only thing that interested me was the explanation on how to make checkerboard or pinwheel cookies, but I didn't need to buy a book just for that. So, if you're undecided about whether to purchase this book as I was, my advice is save your money! ... Read more

Book Description
It's Froggy's mother's birthday, and Froggy wants to bake her birthday cake all by himself. He gathers the chocolate, the sugar, the eggs, the flour, and pretty soon, Froggy has all the ingredients he needs to make?a big mess! Jonathan London and Frank Remkiewicz have collaborated on the six previous Froggy books, and they've cooked up another winner here, sweetened with generous helpings of Froggy humor and charm. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (4)

Fun Book
My daughter (30 months) loves this book. We have to read it everyday. She is intrigued by Froggy putting together all of the ingredients to bake a cake. She also loves the "flop flop flop" of froggy "flopping" off to another area. It's a very charming story. I'm going to look into the other froggy books. (Illustrations are great!)

FUNNY AS ALWAYS!!!!!
My son and I love to read FROGGY books. He's a cute, clumsy, and the funniest frog.What spectacular creativity on the Author's part.Wonderfully amusing!!!!!

An all together great book
My 23 month old loves this book! He thinks its funny that froggy spills as he makes this cake, this is one of his favorite books, well written and illustrated. Now I want to get more froggy books!

Great Book
We love Froggy!My almost three year old son just loves the Froggy stories and this newest one is by far his favorite.Join Froggy as he goes through the steps to bake a cake!Great story for Preschoolers! ... Read more

Book Description
"We make a cake / We bake a cake / And send it on its way!"Beloved characters from classic nursery rhymes --- everyone from Humpty Dumpty to Little Bo Peep to Old King Cole --- collaborate to bake the most perfect, towering, delicious cake . . . and roll it along to its special recipient --- the birthday boy or girl!Mark Sperring's spare but sweet text combined with Jonathan Langley's bright, timeless artwork make for a fun, read-aloud book that allows readers to pick out their favorite nursery rhyme characters in the illustrations. Ideal for birthdays . . . or any occasion! ... Read more

Customer Reviews (3)

Great Birthday Gift!
My [...] daughter received this book as a birthday present and it has quickly become a favorite.As a former elementary school teacher, I have a vast collection of picture books.This is a precious story and my daughter enjoyed picking out the classic characters that she recognized.A wonderful selection for any young reader.

Great pictures
I loved the artwork in this book.Makes a nice b-day present.

terrible book
This book has nothing to do with fairytales except for that you might be able to pick out a character here and there from the pictures in a "Where's Waldo?" sort of way. The story...well isn't even a story.It doesn't rhyme or make sense.I can't believe that this was published.I bought this for my daughter's 1st birthday and it was a major disappointment for me.I would not purchase it again.Infact it almost needs to visit the garbage can.A waste of money. ... Read more

Product Description
It's Froggy's mother's birthday, and Froggy wants to bake her birthday cake all by himself. He gathers the chocolate, the sugar, the eggs, the flour, and pretty soon, Froggy has all the ingredients he needs to make a big mess! Jonathan London and Frank Remkiewicz have collaborated on the six previous Froggy books, and they've cooked up another winner here, sweetened with generous helpings of Froggy humor and charm. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (2)

Be aware --- this is the same book as
Wacky Cakes and Kooky Cookies is the same book - just a reprint.I had both books - as I thought they were different - and then after reading them - and then reading on line about the reprint - I sold for $7.00 this version.There are lots of versions on Amazon and Ebay for under $10.It is a fun book!

Great book for decorating ideas
I really have enjoyed this book.I love to make cakes, cookies, and desserts with themes.This book is filled with all sorts of great ideas, and each recipe comes with several pictures.This colorful book features beautiful gingerbread cats, happy sun cookies, and they make shortbread into eye catching flowers.They have many recipes featuring chocolate.Since this book is based out of Great Britian it features many recipes on sponge cakes.It also has a good amount of ideas for holidays.This book is a wonderful source of new ideas. ... Read more

Product Description
Whatever this frog does -- from baking a cake to playing soccer -- he's sure to bring giggles! Includes Froggy Bakes a Cake, Froggy Eats Out, Froggy Gets Dressed, Froggy Goes to Bed, Froggy Goes to School, Froggy Goes to the Doctor, Froggy Learns to Swim, Froggy Plays in the Band, Froggy Plays Soccer, Froggy's Baby Sister, Froggy's Day with Dad, Froggy's First Kiss, Froggy's Sleepover, and Let's Go Froggy! ... Read more

Product Description
Whatever this frog does -- from baking a cake to playing soccer -- he's sure to bring giggles! Includes Froggy Bakes a Cake, Froggy Eats Out, Froggy Gets Dressed, Froggy Goes to Bed, Froggy Goes to School, Froggy Goes to the Doctor, Froggy Learns to Swim, Froggy Plays in the Band, Froggy Plays Soccer, Froggy's Baby Sister, Froggy's Day with Dad, Froggy's First Kiss, Froggy's Sleepover, and Let's Go Froggy! ... Read more

Product Description
6 titles from the Froggy series. ... Read more

Product Description
Includes Froggy Bakes a Cake, Froggy Goes to the Doctor, Froggy Learns to Swim, Froggy Plays in the Band, Froggy Plays Soccer, and Froggy's First Kiss. ... Read more