My second book comes out this Tuesday. That’s right, Tuesday, April 26th. The pre-release price is $9.23. So, enough of the mini-infomercial that I promised my publisher I would write, and on to the making of
Gluten-Free Cupcakes.
My mom says that writing a book is like having a baby. I couldn’t agree more. However, I gained 5 pounds incubating this book, rather than the usual 20-30 that I put on during each of the pregnancies in which I bore babies rather than paperbacks. How did I gain 5 pounds gestating a book? You try baking 17 hours a day (by the way, everything is mouthwatering at 2:00 am), trying out batch after batch of Banana Split Cupcakes until they are perfect.
Then there are the Vegan Chocolate Cupcakes; I was determined to make those. So determined that I made them close to 50 times until they were the way I wanted them. I think you’ll like them whether you’re vegan, carnivore or something in between.
Yes, giving birth to a book is a lot like giving birth to babies. And upon reflection, I realize that my two books are actually somewhat similar to my two children. My first book, The Gluten-Free Almond Flour Cookbook, is a lovable, well rounded collection of recipes. A lot like my first son who is a bit of a Renaissance “man.” My second book is full of adorable little treats. My second son is sweet. Kinda like a cupcake. In fact, when we have gone to gluten free bakeries in New York City, where he can get whatever he wants, he always chooses the biggest, pinkest cupcake, with no shame whatsoever.
I love them both equally –my boys that is. While I’m thrilled to be “expecting” Gluten-Free Cupcakes on Tuesday (it’s a scheduled delivery, unlike the natural childbirths of my boys, delivered midwives), I will always have a huge place in my heart for The Gluten-Free Almond Flour Cookbook. An editor is a lot like a midwife. I was lucky enough to have my editor, Sara, collaborate with me and come up with fabulous sections for my new book.
Here are the chapters we created:
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- Classic Cupcakes
- Chocolate Cupcakes
- Fruity Cupcakes
- Warm and Spiced Cupcakes
- Special Occasion Cupcakes
- Savory Treats
- Frostings, Fillings and Toppings
One of my favorite recipes in the book is White Chocolate Cupcakes. How many ingredients does it contain? Three. Yes, a cupcake recipe with three ingredients. Sometimes I write recipes and forget that I wrote them. This was one of those recipes. So when I received my galley of the book, I was thrilled to reacquaint myself with this recipe. My other fave is the Cream Filled Chocolate Cupcakes –otherwise known as Hostess Cupcakes (pictured above in a photograph by the fabulous Annabelle Breakey).
So, enough about me, an annoying Jewish mother –bragging endlessly about her “children!” If you want to meet my second paperback “child,” get the book, which has 50 original cupcake recipes and a dozen more frosting and filling recipes.
Sandy Gillett says
I actually ordered a copy of your new book in December when I saw it on Amazon.com. I can hardly wait to receive it! I go to the mailbox everyday in anticipation since I received notification that it has been shipped. Thank You Elana for all you do for all of us!
Kiersti says
Yahoo! Mine came today!
Sharon says
My copy is ordered too Elana! I add my congratulations and also want to say thank you for expanding into using coconut flour as well. I’ve been experimenting with coconut flour for its health benefits but have not been very impressed with the results to date. I’m sure your recipes will be fabulous though as always and I can start working my way through my big ol’ bag of coconut flour! Yea!!
Beth says
I already have my copy. Seems like the release date was a tad earlier in Canada. My SIL ordered it for me as part of my Christmas gift and it arrived late last week.
Having been through the cook book at least a dozen times already, I am still torn on which recipe to start with. They all look so good!
Perhaps a random opening of the book is the best way to go :)
Jen Evenson says
OMG- I was resisting ordering this book because I’ve cut “sweets” after having way too many of your yummy desserts in Nov & Dec. But Hostess cupcakes?!?!? I grew up on those things! I’m not even supposed to have chocolate now but I think I will have to order the book & risk eating chocolate! Congrats and thanks for all your hard work so that those of us who are grain- and dairy-free can have so many yummy treats!
Brandi B says
I am new to your blog–looking forward to hearing more (just wish I could find the almond flour without buying it online–all we have is Bob’s in my area)
Nora Strange says
I found almond flour at Walmarts.
Jennifer says
CONGRATULATIONS, Elana! Thank you SO MUCH for making vegan chocolate cupcakes 50 times so that I can make them once and know they will turn out delicious!! You made food taste great again for me, post gluten and dairy, and I cook from your book or blog about 10 times per week! Thank you so much for your dedication to the enjoyment of food for all! :)
fran says
This looks delicious. I can’t wait to make it for a little party coming up. It will be my first attempt at baking GF
Laura C says
I’ve been anxiously waiting for months and am thrilled to have something new to try. I had your original book spiral bound at Staples because we use it daily. Now that I know how much work goes into each recipe we will appreciate them twice as much! Thank you for making our highly regulated dietary lives bearable!
Jeri says
I’ve had mine pre-ordered and am looking forward to getting it. I’ve made your chocolate chip scones more times than I care to admit. Time for a new favorite. I’m drooling over the Hostess lookalikes.