Susan G. Purdy

About the Author

Susan G. Purdy is a celebrated baking author known for making the science of high-altitude baking practical, approachable, and delicious. With a focus on reliable results, she offers home bakers clear guidance for adapting recipes to changing elevations, from sea level to mountain communities. Her work combines careful testing with an inviting, encouraging voice, helping readers understand how ingredients, techniques, and environment shape every loaf, cookie, cake, pie, and pastry. Through her detailed instruction and enthusiasm for homemade baking, Purdy has become a trusted resource for cooks seeking confidence and consistency in the kitchen.