BIRTHDAY CAKES FOR KIDS

by ANNIE RIGG

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New hardcover book with superb full-colour photos, recipes and step-by-step instructions. 128 pages, published 2009

The magical moment when the birthday cake arrives is always the highlight of a child's birthday party. And it's every mother's wish to bake the cake of her child's dreams, but often she doesn't have the time or lacks the inspiration. Cake queen Annie Rigg takes the fear out of baking fabulous cakes for kids in this collection of more than 50 fool-proof recipes. There are ideas for both the novice cook and the skilled baker, and for every birthday girl or boy! There's no need for fancy kitchen equipment or baking skills as most of the cakes use one master recipe that can be made in different quantities and cake tins. The ingredients and decorations can all be bought from a supermarket or lolly shop.

At last, here's a beautiful book full of fuss-free and imaginative cakes to make for children of all ages. Annie Rigg shows you how to make various cake mixes in different quantities, as well as frostings and decorations for fabulous but effortless cakes. She then takes you through some Simple Cakes such as Princess Cupcakes, a Meringue Mountain and a Just Fantastic Chocolate Cake to end all chocolate cakes!

Chapters on Animals, Wings and Wheels, Fantasy, and Wildlife offer all sorts of cake ideas for novice and confident bakers alike. From a fluffy marshmallow Sheep to a Pirate's Treasure Chest, and a Ladybird to a Hot Air Balloon, there's something here for every occasion, whether you're short of time or you are prepared to spend the afternoon in the kitchen baking.

Birthday Cakes for Kids is a UK publication. All measurements are in metric

About the Author

Annie Rigg has been baking cakes since she was old enough to hold a whisk. She is a freelance food stylist and writer and has worked on numerous books and best-selling magazines, such as Sainsburys Magazine, Olive, delicious, Country Living and Good Food Magazine. She has recently worked with famous chefs Ainsley Harriott, Jean-Christophe Novelli and Rachel Allen. In another life, she cooked for a number of world-famous singers and bands on tour, including Tom Jones, Paul McCartney, Pink Floyd and The Rolling Stones. Birthday Cakes for Kids is her first book.

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Birthday Cakes for Kids - Annie Rigg