This book features 25 irresistible sweet bakes. Celebrate the fabulous world of home baking with these delicious tried-and-tested cupcake recipes to enjoy at any time of day. It includes all the essentials about making, baking and decorating cupcakes, with easy-to-follow instructions and step-by-step photography. Recipes include Fresh Fig and Raspberry Cupcakes, gooey Butterscotch Cupcakes, Chocolate Truffle Cupcakes, as well as seasonal and special occasion cupcakes. Glace icing, buttercream, fondant, chocolate, marzipan, fresh fruits and pretty flowers - all are used to add an individual touch to every cake. This beautifully presented book contains 25 gorgeous recipes for cupcakes. A concise introduction details the basic equipment required and presents basic cupcake batters. It also covers a wonderful array of ideas for piped cream toppings, glace icings and other ingenious decorations. 25 recipes then follow, with something for every taste. Choose from Honey and Spice Cakes, Blueberry Buns and the luxurious Chocolate Mint-filled Cupcakes.Included too are more unusual recipes with sensational toppings like Madeleine Cakes with Raspberry Buttercream, Pistachio Flower Cupcakes and quince-scented Apple and Calvados Cake. All the recipes are written with clear instructions and are illustrated throughout. Whatever the occasion, with this selection of recipes you are sure to impress friends and family.