Sally McKenney is the creator of the hugely popular website Sally's Baking Addiction (aka Sally's Baking). She is known for providing clear, concise instructions, tips, and tutorials to make every recipe approachable for home bakers of all skill levels. Her work has been featured in People, on Good Morning America, and more. She lives in Maryland with her husband, their two children, and their rescue dogs.
“McKenney’s work has generated a cult following and for good reason: She leads with meticulous attention to detail. This level of precision could not be more present in her new cookbook, Sally’s Baking 101.”—Epicurious “Self-taught baker Sally McKenney has a knack for explaining even the most intricate of pastry procedures with a calm, relaxed tone that makes you feel like you can conquer the task at hand.”—Vogue “Sally has a gift for creating recipes that bakers trust and that families and friends crave. There’s so much to learn and so much to love here.”—Dorie Greenspan, New York Times bestselling author and author of Dorie’s Anytime Cakes “You’d be hard-pressed to find a more reliable source of baking recipes—recipes for home cooks with real kitchens—than Sally; this is the kind of cookbook we’ll keep forever.”—Deb Perelman, New York Times bestselling author of Smitten Kitchen Keepers “Sally’s Baking 101 is destined to be an American classic! Sally always delivers on deliciousness, and her friendly baking guidance will guarantee success.”—Zoë François, New York Times bestselling author of Zoë Bakes Cookies “At the end of the day, Sally’s Baking 101 is the baking book to end all baking books. We mere mortals are just lucky to be in Sally’s presence, soaking up all the sweet wisdom she’s serving.”—Jocelyn Delk Adams, television host and award-winning author of Grandbaby Cakes and Everyday Grand “Sally’s meticulously tested recipes, thoughtful instructions, and expert advice will eliminate any baking anxiety to practically guarantee perfect results from your home kitchen. The mouthwatering photos are just the icing on top. I’ve dog-eared nearly every recipe!”—Tessa Arias, cookbook author and creator of Handle the Heat. “Sally brings her signature style to this book for recipes that are reliable, fun, and always delicious. Sally is right by your side, guiding you every step of the way.”—Erin Jeanne McDowell, author of The Book on Pie and host of Happy Baking “Perfect for every baker from beginner to experienced, Sally’s Baking 101 makes baking approachable and fun.”—Holly Nilsson, creator of Spend with Pennies and author of Spend with Pennies: Everyday Comfort “Sally’s Baking 101 is everything you love about her blog in cookbook form—an essential for any home baker. Every recipe I tried was a hit, easy to follow, and turned out perfectly thanks to her step-by-step guidance. Sally is a legend, and this book proves why.”—Matthew James Duffy, baking professor and chef, creator of Sourdough Duffy, and author of Bread Etc. “I have no doubt Sally’s Baking 101 is going to become the ultimate baking resource in households all around the world, including mine.”—Nagi Maehashi, cookbook author and creator of Recipe Tin Eats “A well-thought-out and welcome introduction to the art and science of baking.”—Library Journal