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Recipes by Elinor Klivans
Photographs by France Ruffenach
Chronicle Books -- 2005
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Though they've long been a trendy fascination, cupcakes won't be budging anytime soon. With the eternal rounds of birthdays and celebrations -- paired with the treats' adorable-by-nature appeal -- miniature cakes are the darlings of bakers and eaters of all ages.
And although boxed mixes are tried-and-true, Elinor Klivan's "Cupcakes!" cookbook offers simple recipes that elevate the delicacy with new flavors and inspirations.
The book includes recipes for the beloved yellow batter and the traditional chocolate as well as more adventurous treats, like Banana Butterscotch or Sticky Fig. There are breakfast varieties (Lemon Poppy Seed, Top-to-Bottom Crumb), seasonal varieties (Spiderweb Pumpkin Ginger, Spring Bouquet), fruity varieties (Strawberry Shortcake, Lemon Angel), everyday varieties (Carrot, Orange and Golden Raisin) and deluxe varieties (Lemon Coconut Snowballs, Boston Cream Pie), all boasting equally appealing appearances and ingredient lists.
See what we tested and find out whether the book's worth buying after the jump.
