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When you are a busy parent (and who isn't?), the last thing you consider is whipping up a homemade party cake. Most of us just don't have the time or the creativity to attempt such a huge endeavor. Once you see the cupcake cookbooks featured below, however, you just may feel inspired. Despite their very impressive looks, each cupcake recipe is easy enough for the average baker. The authors are excellent at breaking down each step, making the whole process seem less daunting (seriously). Even if you find that baking cupcakes isn't your cup of tea, you're nearly guaranteed to enjoy perusing these fun, fabulous cookbooks.
Hello, Cupcake! by Karen Tack and Alan Richardson, $10.27, amazon.com
Also visit the authors' website hellocupcake.com for instructional videos and troubleshooting guides!
Also visit the authors' website hellocupcake.com for instructional videos and troubleshooting guides!
What's New, Cupcake? by Karen Tack and Alan Richardson, $8.81, amazon.com
Vegan Cupcakes Take Over the World by Isa Chandra Moskowitz and Terry Hope Romero, $10.85, amazon.com
Crazy About Cupcakes by Krystina Castella, $9.87, amazon.com
