Whether your preference runs towards the classic like Triple Chocolate Cupcakes, the fruity such as Mini Strawberry Cupcakes, or the whimsical as in Unicorn Cupcakes, American Girl Cupcakes has you covered with more than 50 eye-catching, super delicious recipes.
This beautifully photographed volume of inspired cupcake recipes, the latest title in the best-selling American Girl collection of cookbooks, begins with a range of trusted cake and frosting options, then offers easy ideas for the many creative ways in which cake and frosting can be combined, added to, and embellished according to preference and the occasion.
American Girl Cupcakes features more than 50 fabulous recipes, from the classic to the fantastic. Try carrot cake cupcakes with cream cheese frosting, devil’s food with easy chocolate ganache, or cupcakes with flavors like rocky road, cookies-n-cream, chocolate banana cream pie, salted caramel, blackberry coconut, cinnamon roll, and brown butter-honey. Once baked, you’ll find ample inspiration when it comes to decorating, including everything from a simple swipe of frosting and scattering of sprinkles, to toasted coconut, marshmallows, fresh fruit, edible flowers, colorful glazes, crunchy nuts, ice cream, and more.
The latest title in the best-selling American Girl Cookbook collection, American Girl Cupcakes appeals to novice and experienced bakers alike with easy-to-follow directions, beautiful full-color photography, and simple ideas for decorating. You’ll also find everything you need to create cupcakes with ease, from a list of useful tools and baking tips to suggested frosting-cake combinations and step-by-step instructions for decorating.
Table of Contents
Favorite Cupcakes
Double Vanilla Cupcakes
Yellow Cupcakes
Vanilla Cupcakes
Chocolate Cupcakes
Devil’s Food Cupcakes
Carrot Cake Cupcakes
Gingerbread Cupcakes
Pink Velvet
Fruity Cupcakes
Triple Berry Cupcakes
Toasted Coconut Cupcakes
Apple Crumb Cupcakes
Lemon Blueberry Crunch Cupcakes
Tropical/Pina Colada Cupcakes
Mini Strawberry Cheesecakes
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cupcakes
Blackberry Coconut Cupcakes
Banana Split Cupcakes
Orange Creamsicle Cupcakes
Chocolate Cupcakes
Dark Chocolate Cupcakes with Peanut Butter Frosting
Mini Chocolate-Mint Cupcakes
Triple Chocolate Cupcakes
Molten Chocolate Cupcakes
Hot Chocolate Cupcakes
Rocky Road Cupcakes
Peppermint Mocha/Chocolate Peppermint Cupcakes
White Chocolate Raspberry Cupcakes
Cookies-n-Cream Cupcakes
Chocolate Banana Cream Pie Cupcakes
Specialty Cupcakes
Birthday Cake Cupcakes
Sundae Cupcakes
Salted Caramel Cupcakes
Unicorn Cupcakes
Piñata Cupcakes
Watermelon Cupcakes
Funfetti Cupcakes
Easter/Speckled Egg Cupcakes
Brown Butter-Honey Cupcakes
Cinnamon Roll Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting
Cookie Dough Cupcakes
Frostings, Glazes & More
Basic Buttercream
Buttercream Flavors
Cream Cheese Frosting (w/ flavor variations)
Marshmallow Frosting
Meringue Frosting
Whipped Cream Frosting
Rich Chocolate Glaze
Gooey Chocolate Glaze
Vanilla Glaze (w/ flavor variations)
Easy Chocolate Ganache
Caramel Drizzle
Sugared Flowers & Petals
On a pizza, in a casserole, sprinkled on top, or stuffed inside, melted cheese makes an ordinary meal into a decadent delight. It’s a staple ingredient in plenty of our favorite comfort foods—from a gooey macaroni and cheese to a spicy quesadilla—but never before have so many hot and delicious cheese recipes been brought together in one place.
Clifford A. Wright’s Hot & Cheesy offers more than 250 recipes covering fritters, pastries, casseroles, pastas, sandwiches, pizzas, breads, and almost anything else you could top, stuff, or sprinkle with cheese.
From imported artisanals to the pride of Wisconsin, from gouda to gruyere, there’s something in Hot & Cheesy for every cheese lover.
Who can resist the tangy kick of a hot kabob or a juicy steak seared to perfection? Whether you’ve been grilling for years or are just getting started, this complete guide has everything you need to make your grill sizzle all year long. It’s packed with 200 recipes for tempting appetizers and main dishes plus sides and even desserts–all from your grill!
From classics like Barbecue Pork Ribs and Easy Steak Kabobs to new ideas like Ginger Teriyaki Salmon with Honey-Mango Salsa and Mediterranean Chicken Packets, there’s something for every mood and occasion. What about Firecracker Chicken Wings, Veggie Burger Packets and Striped S’Mores for a fun weeknight supper? Or try Honey-Mustard Pork Chops with Caesar Vegetable Salad topped off with Summer Cobbler for casual entertaining.
There are also plenty of spicy ideas for sauces, rubs, marinades and dressings, as well as aromatic woods, herbs and seasonings to boost flavor to new heights.
Complete with information on grilling basics and tips and shortcuts to make things easy, this book will help you grill your way to sure-fire success every time. Let the grilling begin!
* 200 tasty recipes, from favorites to fresh new flavors
* How to buy, use and care for your grill
* Covers charcoal, gas and electric grills
* Separate chapters on indoor “contact” grilling and smokers
* Grilling methods, safety and the latest gadgets
* Over 120 beautiful color photos
Draws on up-to-date medical research and ancient healing traditions to provide recommendations for treating 103 common ailments, in a reference that includes coverage of age-related diseases while discussing the benefits of home care that combines traditional and alternative therapies.
Creativity, hard work, and lots of fun—that’s what it takes to cook like a master. Beloved television competition show MasterChef Junior fosters all of this within each of its pint-size home cooks, and what they whip up is truly impressive. This book aims to give any aspiring young chef the tools he or she needs to hone essential cooking skills, with 100 recipes inspired by dishes that the contestants served in the first five seasons, as well as timeless techniques, tips, and advice. With this book, anyone can become an excellent cook.