INTRODUCTION

• The Whys and Wherefores of Choosing Vegan
• A Journey to Compassionate Cooking - 9
• Why Vegan? - 15

CHAPTER ONE

• The How-to's and What-nots of Vegan Baking
• Better Than Eggs - 17
• Better Than Buttermilk, Condensed Milk, and Evaporated Milk - 27
• Better Than Butter - 29
• How to Read a Recipe - 32
• Ten Tips for Perfect Baking - 34-35

CHAPTER TWO

• Rise and Shine: Muffins, Biscuits, and Scones - 37
• Tips for Making Muffins, Biscuits, and Scones - 37

CHAPTER THREE

• Cozy Comforts: Sweet and Savory Quick Breads - 53
• Tips for Making Quick Breads - 53
• Defending Desserts - 56-57

CHAPTER FOUR

• Cause for Celebration: Cakes and Cupcakes - 71
• Tips for Baking the Perfect Cake - 71
• Troubleshooting Cakes - 74
• Cake Decorating Ideas - 81

CHAPTER FIVE

• Timeless Temptations: Pies and Tarts - 93
• Tips for Making Pies - 93

CHAPTER SIX

• Familiar Favorites: Cookies, Brownies, and Bars - 109
• Troubleshooting Cookies - 109
• Tips for Successful Cookies - 113

CHAPTER SEVEN

• Bearing Fruit: Crisps, Cobblers, Crumbles, and Whole Fruit Desserts - 131
• What's the Difference: Crumbles, Cobblers, and Crisps - 131
• Tips for Crisps, Cobblers, & Crumbles - 135
• Apples and Their Uses - 147

CHAPTER EIGHT

• Decadent Delicacies and Elegant Eats: Strudel, Crepes, Blintzes, and Pastries - 151
• Tips for Working with Phyllo Dough - 151
• Suggestions for Making Healthful Transitions - 154
• A Word About Sweeteners - 163-164

CHAPTER NINE

• Ancient Wonders: Yeast Breads and Rolls - 165
• Perfecting Homemade Yeast Breads - 165
• Troubleshooting Yeast Breads - 173

CHAPTER TEN

• Creamy Concoctions: Mousses and Puddings - 181
• Tips and Techniques for Mousses and Puddings - 181
• What about Free-Range Eggs? - 187

CHAPTER ELEVEN

• Sweet Somethings: Confections and Candy - 193
• Tips for Concocting Confections - 193

CHAPTER TWELVE

• Frozen Treats: Sorbets, Shakes, and Smoothies - 203
• Tips for Making and Serving Frozen Treats - 203

CHAPTER THIRTEEN

• Fundamental Foundations: Crusts for Pies and Tarts - 211
• Preparing the Perfect Pie Crust - 211
• By Any Other Name - 218

CHAPTER FOURTEEN

• Restorative Refreshments: Hot and Cold Beverages - 219
• What's the Difference: Chocolatey Goodness and Autumn Brews - 219

CHAPTER FIFTEEN

• Over the Top: Frostings, Sauces, Syrups, and Spreads - 229
• Tips for Making Frostings and Glazes - 229
• Reviewing the Negative - 237

LAST BUT NOT LEAST: THE APPENDICES

• Appendix I - Stocking your Vegan Pantry
• Baking Staples: A Guide to Ingredients - 240
• Essential Kitchen Tools - 248
• Resources and Recommendations - 252

• Appendix II - Making Sense of It All
• Apples & Their Uses - 147
• Glossary of Terms - 258
• Cake Pan Substitutes - 262
• Common Ingredients: Yields & Equivalents - 266
• Baking Soda & Baking Powder: What's the Difference? - 268
• Suggested Reading - 270
• Suggested Viewing - 272

FINDING YOUR WAY: THE INDICES

• Index I - General - 273
• Index II - Seasonal - 283
• Index III - Celebrations and Occasions - 285

ACKNOWLEDGMENTS - 286

ABOUT THE AUTHOR - 288