Bake Joy: Easy and Imaginative Bakes To Bring You Happiness

by Kim-Joy

Bake Joy with 35 easy, creative, joyful bakes for every skill level and age.

Think back to baking as a child: it was messy, imperfect, and always so much fun. In this book, Kim-Joy encourages you to find joy in the process of baking and connect with your inner child. With 35 effortless recipes, all decorated in Kim-Joy's signature style, this imaginative book brings a dose of magic to your kitchen, reminding you to Bake Joy.

The book is split into three chapters, each with a focus on one aspect of mental wellbeing. You'll find therapeutic recipes with an emphasis on rest, and stress-free recipes intended to unlock your creativity, all decorated with super-cute, achievable characters and faces. Finally, discover a multitude of recipes that celebrate difference, adorned with kooky and sometimes spooky decorations, like witches, ghosts, and faces.

Unlock your inner child and Bake Joy.

Genres: Cookbooks, Nonfiction

160 pages, Hardcover

First published August 29, 2024

About the author

She was born in Belgium to an English father and Malaysian-Chinese mother and now lives in Leeds with her partner.
Kim-Joy rose to fame having made it to the final of the Great British Bake Off 2018 with her unique, intricate baked creations that captured the hearts of the nation.
Her iced woodland creatures, space turtles and beautifully decorated cakes - along with her calmness and vibrant positivity - put a smile on everyone's face and Kim-Joy has since earned a legion of baking fans around the world.
Having previously worked in mental health, she now devotes her time to creating cakes and treats that bring a little Kim-Joy to as many people as possible.

Reviews

[Kim · Rating 5 out of 5]

Collection of imaginative but doable bakes that can be a foundation for further exploration and fun.

[Chanel]

A collection of edible antidepressants

[Cheyenne · Rating 5 out of 5]

I just got this book today and there are so many recipes I can’t wait to try like the Octopus 🐙 puff pastry and especially the Witch cookies for Halloween!!!

[Sophie Crane · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have all of Kim Joy's recipe books. They are so fun and whimsical. I'm not a great baker, but these recipes are detailed and easy to follow.

[Rhian Claydon · Rating 5 out of 5]

Yay! The recipes are much easier than her other books but still super cute. I can’t wait to bring my show stoppers to gatherings 😍

[BluMoon Reads · Rating 5 out of 5]

Always great recipes, wonderful ideas, and I hope she releases more!