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.
Jill Frederickson says
I received your book in the mail last week and quickly began picking the recipes I was going to make!!! I started making the cookie surprise cupcakes then realized I didn’t have any agave or honey, uh oh!!! I did however have some coconut palm nectar on hand and used that in replacement, they turned out awesome!!!! I am not sure if you have ever tried it but just wanted to let you know it worked. Thanks for writing the book it looks amazing and I can’t wait to make some more!
Jill
Rebecca says
I got my book yesterday and have the Chocolate Cup Cakes baking right now. They smell sooo good. My son will take 1 with him to a birthday party tomorrow… so I’d better not eat all of them tonight…
Pattie Gunter says
Elana,
Just got my copy of Gluten-Free Cupcakes and I am so excited to try out the recipes! You are a master at making recipes which don’t take a ridiculous number of ingredients. Congratulations to you on another great book!
Myrna says
I received my copies of your book yesterday. It’s absolutely wonderful!!! Your recipes are the greatest. I can’t wait to sample all of them. I pre-ordered several copies of the book to give to my doctors and friends. I’m so glad I did. Thank you, thank you, thank you for creating such incredible recipes for us grain-free folk. I’d never make it on my food plan without your help.
Liz N says
I got my book yesterday and cannot wait to start baking! The photos are gorgeous.
Lisa says
I just got your book and can’t wait to try out some recipes. Your first one was so helpful to us when my son did an elimination diet (gluten/soy/sugar/corn free etc). My kids had fun going through it as well and have already picked out which ones they want for their birthdays!! But I do usually make treats for Shabbat dinners so will pick one out for this Friday.
Thanks for your hard work on this one!
Mollie says
Hi Elana,
I also preordered your book when I first saw it advertised on your site. I got one for me and a couple for my gluten free friends. I’m so excited for the recipes but also for the addition to the cook book world.
Thank you!
Mollie
jackie says
Just got your book in the mail today!
Laura C says
Me again … I popped over to Amazon and posted the first review. 5 stars of course! Hope it helps others find the book so they love it as much as we all will. :)
Laura C says
My FOUR copies arrived from Amazon today. As I type my kids are reading them cover to cover with lots of wows!! They are arguing over which to try first.
I may not get the extra books out of their hands to send off to my sisters. Lots of baking this weekend!
THANKS!!!