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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    Spice Cupcakes

    14 reviews

    These moist, spicy cupcakes with creamy caramel frosting are a delicious treat. The recipe has been in my family for...


    Lemon Cream Cupcakes

    17 reviews

    Instead of a layer cake, serve guests these delicate cupcakes tinged with a tangy lemon flavor. —Ruth Ann Stelfox, Raymond,...


    Yuletide Eggnog Cupcakes

    9 reviews

    If I want a creamier frosting on these, I add more eggnog. The nog lovers in your life won't complain!...


    Santa Cupcakes

    6 reviews

    My kids leave out at least one cupcake for Santa on Christmas Eve. These seemed appropriate! —Sharon Skildum, Maple Grove,...


    Amaretto Dream Cupcakes

    3 reviews

    Treat yourself to these indulgent little cupcakes laced with the irresistible flavor of Amaretto and slivered almonds. —Anette Stevens, Olds,...


    Cinnamon Mocha Cupcakes

    7 reviews

    Like to end a meal with a little something sweet? These chocolate cupcakes will do the trick for family and...


    Chocolate Frosted Peanut Butter Cupcakes

    16 reviews

    Cupcakes aren’t just for girls! My dad and brothers love peanut butter cups—the inspiration for these goodies. —Alisa Christensen, Rancho...


    Chocolate Cupcakes

    12 reviews

    This classic recipe is simply amazing. Try sitting down with a glass of cold milk and see if you can...

    Moist Carrot Cupcakes

    12 reviews

    If your kids think they don’t like carrots, just wait until these cinnamon-scented, lightly frosted little cakes hit the table....


    German Chocolate Cupcakes

    7 reviews

    These cupcakes disappear in a dash when I take them to the school where I teach. Pecans, coconut and brown...


    Frosted Banana Cupcakes

    15 reviews

    Go bananas with baking…especially when you have a bunch to use up. Ripe bananas are the secret to these down-home...


    Bat Cupcakes

    9 reviews

    Even my adult children love these Halloween cupcakes! We serve them every year at our pumpkin-carving party. You can also...


    Banana-Chip Mini Cupcakes

    3 reviews

    These cute little minis are packed with banana flavor, chocolate chips and topped off with creamy frosting. They make a...


    Lady Bug Chocolate Cupcakes

    1 review

    Who wouldn't smile when they see these fun little treats sitting on the kitchen table? They're as much fun to...


    Cinnamon Cupcakes

    13 reviews

    “My from-scratch cinnamon cupcakes take a little work,” admits Judy Learned of Boyertown, Pennsylvania. But the results speak for themselves,...


    Secret Kiss Cupcakes

    2 reviews

    I earned a merit badge by dreaming up these cupcakes for a Cub Scouts meeting. You should have seen the...


    Perfect Cake-Mix Cupcakes

    2 reviews

    This is a wonderful firm cupcake developed to withstand the heavier cupcake decorations. Any cake mix will work, but avoid...

    Chocolate-Mint Shamrock Cupcakes

    2 reviews

    Celebrate the luck of the Irish with these adorable St. Patrick's Day Cupcakes. The best part of the recipe is...


    Chunky Monkey Cupcakes

    2 reviews

    Peanut butter is a favorite of ours, and it brings a fun element to these cupcakes. They're good with or...


    Chocolate Angel Cupcakes with Coconut Cream Frosting

    7 reviews

    Sweeten any meal with these fun, frosted chocolate cupcakes that take just minutes to make. The finger-licking flavor packs far...


    Chocolate Cream Cheese Cupcakes

    25 reviews

    I got the recipe for these moist , filled cupcakes from a dear friend about 25 years ago. I have...


    Black Cat Cupcakes

    1 review

    If a black cat crosses your path, we hope it's one of these cute chocolaty creations. This time-saving recipe relies...


    Brownie Graduation Caps

    6 reviews

    Our home economists needed just a few items to create these cute chocolaty caps that guests will gobble up. The...

    French Toast Cupcakes

    17 reviews

    I like to crumble a few slices of bacon over the top of these cupcakes after I frost them. They...


    Chocolate-Dipped Ice Cream Cone Cupcakes

    2 reviews

    I created this recipe based on our family's love of chocolate-dipped ice cream cones. Red heart-shaped sprinkles make them fun...


    Cappuccino Cupcakes

    3 reviews

    Using reduced-fat whipped topping to frost these chocolatey cupcakes keeps them on the lighter side. If you prefer, you can...


    Slime-Filled Cupcakes

    2 reviews

    This is a fantastic way to dress up a packaged cake mix to suit Halloween. Kids of all ages will...


    Rosy Rhubarb Cupcakes

    13 reviews

    If you're in a big hurry, these cupcakes are delicious even without frosting. The recipe works well with either fresh...


    Bananas Foster Surprise Cupcakes

    1 review

    This recipe was inspired by the classic dessert, which I had for the first time at a restaurant with my...