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• Atkinson, Catherine

A batch of freshly baked biscuits is an appealing treat to savour. With just a few everyday ingredients it's possible to create platefuls of moreish and indulgent treats that are perfect for sharing with family and friends. Baking has its own appeal too, providing the perfect opportunity to fill the house with mouth-watering wafts of sweet and enticing flavors.

Whether your choice is for soft, chewy cookies, melt-in-the-mouth goodness, or biscuits with a crunchy snap, there are plenty of recipes to choose from in this lavish book. If you like jam- and cream-filled confections, chocolate-dipped creations or sweet biscuits flavored with vanilla, citrus zest, or spices, and lightly dusted with sugar or lavishly rolled in a coating of crushed nuts or cereal, you are sure to find the perfect recipe. With more than 225 recipes to choose from, there are biscuits to suit every taste and occasion, from familiar plain and simple bakes for everyday eating, to rich and decadent choices for a special treat.

Every recipe has been tried and tested, and step-by-step instructions describe each stage of baking and decorating where appropriate. Cook's tips and variations are provided to help guide the busy cook and a beautiful inspirational photograph of every recipe shows how the baked goods look.