Cupcakes : essential recipes

Enticing and indulgent cupcakes with lashings of buttercream or pretty decoration are somehow far more exciting than a traditional cake.

This great new cookbook provides an fantastic range of 100 cupcakes: delicate teatime treats, decadent chocolate delights and fun and themed cakes for parties and occasions - from Strawberry Swirl Cupcakes to Chocolate Mud Cupcakes.

In addition to the recipes is an invaluable and comprehensive section explaining essential ingredients, techniques, equipment, basic recipes and decorating.