Cupcake Recipes

If you need something sweet for the potluck, look no further! We’ll walk you through all of these traditional and unique cupcake recipes step by step.

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    Gluten-Free Carrot Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting

    When my husband had to start eating gluten-free almost 15 years ago, we soon learned that most gluten-free baked goods are deeply disappointing. Imagine his delight when I discovered how to make his favorite carrot cake without wheat flour! It's been a hit with everyone I've made it for, whether or not they need to eat gluten-free. —Yvonne Anderson, McComb, Ohio

    Cupcake Frosting

    20 reviews

    Simple vanilla frosting is a great topper for any cupcake. I frosted 300 cupcakes with this recipe for my wedding...


    Almond Joy Cupcakes

    I created these Almond Joy cupcakes for my daughter, Julianna, after our spring break trip to Fort Lauderdale. I wanted...


    Graduation Cupcakes

    Graduation day will be a lot more festive with these graduation cupcakes. Choose decorating icing and M&M's to match the...


    Mexican Hot Chocolate Cupcakes

    1 review

    In addition to cocoa, Mexican hot chocolate has some signature ingredients including cinnamon and cayenne pepper. I created these delicious...

    How to Make Dog Cupcakes (aka Pupcakes)

    Love making treats for your dog? Kick it up a notch and spoil your best friend with these homemade dog...


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    41 Pretty Spring Cupcakes to Try Now

    Celebrate the new season with one of these sweet spring cupcakes. Enjoy delicious flavors, including carrot cake, strawberry, key lime...

    11 Festive Easter Desserts You Can (and Should) Order Online

    You'll save yourself some time baking when you order Easter desserts online. We found the most delicious cakes, cookies and...


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    34 Easter Cupcake Ideas for a Sweet Celebration

    Celebrate spring with our best Easter cupcake ideas. From sweet and nutty coconut to punchy lemon and every seasonal flavor...


    Air-Fryer Mocha Cupcakes

    These luscious air-fryer cupcakes smell wonderful while they cook. If you have the drawer-type air fryer, you'll need to use...


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    30 Fall Cupcakes You’ll Want to Try Now

    With flavors like caramel apple, pumpkin spice and chai, it's hard to resist fall cupcakes!

    Upside-Down Blood Orange Cupcakes

    Making blood orange cupcakes is my favorite way to use fresh blood oranges. I start with a cake mix and...


    Chocolate-Pecan Cupcakes

    These Chocolate-Pecan Cracker Cupcakes are inspired by a local restaurant's pie recipe. They are rich and yummy! If your marshmallow...


    Pina Colada Cupcakes

    These Pina Colada Cupcakes are fun and colorful for picnics! They can be served as cupcakes or cut into cubes...


    Sour Candy Cupcakes

    1 review

    If you love the pucker of sour candies, then these sour candy cupcakes will be right up your alley. The...


    Air-Fryer Bacon-Peanut Butter Cornbread Muffins

    My family can't get enough of bacon and peanut butter, so I created these quick and easy cornbread muffins using...

    Margarita Cupcakes

    My hobby is cake decorating, and this is my most-requested recipe. It is delicious!! If you are unable to find...


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    The Cutest Cupcake Toppers and Liners You Can Buy

    Transform plain ol' cupcakes into show-stopping treats! From mermaid fins to dino bones, we have cupcake toppers and liners for...


    S’mores Cupcakes

    2 reviews

    Marshmallow frosting puts these cupcakes over the top. Chocolate bar pieces and graham cracker crumbs on top make them extra...


    30 Valentine’s Day Cupcakes We Love

    Show your love to someone special by baking up a batch of these Valentine's Day cupcakes. Choose from fan-favorite flavors...


    Watermelon Cupcakes

    1 review

    My granddaughter and I bake together each week. She was inspired by all of her mom's flavored syrups, so we...


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    How to Make Vanilla Cupcakes from Scratch

    Grab some vanilla beans! It's time to learn how to make vanilla cupcakes for special occasions, birthdays and just because.


    16 Cute Cupcakes for Happy Occasions

    Cute cupcakes add an extra layer of fun to birthdays, Halloween, tailgating, Easter and more.


    The Best Birthday Cupcake Recipe You’ll Ever Make

    This simple, 5-step guide will walk you through how to make the best birthday cupcakes from scratch.


    How to Make Easy Chocolate Cupcakes

    It's possible to make easy chocolate cupcakes—from scratch. These cupcakes are moist, rich and made with simple ingredients.

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    19 Fun Birthday Cupcake Ideas

    From creative flavors to gorgeous decorations, these birthday cupcake ideas are the best way to celebrate someone's special day.


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    How to Make a Pull-Apart Cupcake Cake

    Learn how to make a pull-apart cupcake cake in not just one, but FOUR adorable ways. It'll be the perfect...


    This Easy Hostess Cupcake Recipe Is Perfect to Make with Kids

    Make lunch extra special by baking a homemade version of the classic Hostess Cupcake.


    How to Make the Best Gluten Free Vanilla Cupcakes

    Gluten-free baked goods can be fluffy, delicious and just as tasty as traditional bakes. Here's how to make foolproof gluten-free...


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    Vegan Chocolate Cupcakes

    3 reviews

    These indulgent vegan chocolate cupcakes have no butter, eggs or dairy milk, but you'd never guess it. This recipe is...


    Vegan Vanilla Cupcakes

    1 review

    We love using this simple vegan vanilla cupcake recipe as a base to layer on extra flavor. Stir in grated...