The Art of Cake Decorating: 103 Expert Techniques and Recipes is a must-have cookbook for all cake lovers! With over a hundred classic and creative recipes for both beginners and home bakers, as well as clear and detailed instructions for the perfect cakes, this cookbook provides readers with the knowledge and skills to create show-stopping cakes. From the basics of recipe selection through to step-by-step techniques on icing, decorating and presenting your own cake creations, The Art of Cake Decorating will have you crafting works of art in no time.

The Art of Cake Decorating also provides information on the key baking and decorating tools used by experts, such as spatulas, piping bags, food colouring, cake boards and cake drums. It guides readers through using various professional cake decorating techniques, such as gum paste modelling and fondant shapes. With its helpful advice on how to frost cakes smoothly, design tiered cakes, and calculate serving sizes, you'll no longer have to worry about making mistakes. And with its simple-but-sophisticated instructions and tips, your cakes will be looking their best in no time.

This cookbook is ideal for novice bakers who want to learn the art of cake decorating, or for more experienced cake fanatics who want to expand their skills. The Art of Cake Decorating contains a whole host of creative ideas and techniques, from flower-shaped cupcakes to breathtaking ombre cakes. It also covers other helpful subjects, such as basic cake construction, when and how to colour fondant and how to keep cakes fresh for longer.

You'll find recipes for all sorts of cakes to suit all kinds of palate, from classical sponge to whimsical layered cakes. And if you're seeking out new recipes, there's always something to be discovered in this cookbook, with a wide selection of different styles from around the world. From moist red velvet cake to Italian- and Indian-inspired creations, you'll find both traditional and original recipes for an array of cakes.

Discover how you can create professionally-decorated cakes with The Art of Cake Decorating. With its recipes and tips from renowned pastry chef and cake decorator, Heather Lander, you'll be crafting magnificent cakes in no time. Results guaranteed!