At her celebrated bakery Lael Cakes, Emily Lael Aumiller creates stunning special-occasion cakes that are as pleasing to the taste buds as they are to the eye—and they’re also all vegan and gluten-free!

As more people are becoming aware of their dietary restrictions, Emily’s exquisite cakes provide a solution that leaves everyone happy while dismissing the idea that vegan and gluten-free desserts are by nature unattractive.

Pure Artistry includes recipes for staple cakes (like Mexican Chocolate, Lemon-Poppy, and Classic Red Velvet) plus icings and fondant, how-tos on cake construction, and information on necessary ingredients and tools.

The truly extraordinary feature of the book is the gorgeous cake designs, which are organized by mood—classical, classical whimsy, modern, and modern whimsy. These teach the reader foundational decorating techniques, like making sugar flowers, while inspiring bakers with photography that is gorgeous enough to stand on its own.

With detailed instructions and inspiring photography, Pure Artistry is more than a baking book—it’s a masterclass in edible art.

Vegan & Gluten-Free Recipes: Delicious, reliable recipes for cakes, icings, and fillings, all developed without dairy, eggs, or gluten for showstopping dairy-free desserts.
Sugar Flowers & Fondant: Master essential skills, from making a smooth, from-scratch fondant to sculpting delicate, realistic sugar flowers.
Step-by-Step Construction: Learn the professional secrets to building, stacking, and supporting tiered cakes for a flawless, stable structure every time.
Artistic Cake Design: Explore designs organized by mood—from classical to modern whimsy—and find inspiration to develop your own unique style.
Natural Ingredients: Discover how to use all-natural dyes, unrefined sugars, and plant-based fats to create desserts that are as wholesome as they are beautiful.