1. Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Pie Cupcakes
Embrace the sticky sweetness of butter pecan pie with this gooey cupcake, kicked up a notch with a quick kiss of bourbon.Thanks to Half Baked Harvestfor sharing photo and recipe fortheseChocolate Bourbon Pecan Pie Cupcakes.
2. Easy Little Pandas
Channel the infinite adorableness of pandas with these whimsical cupcakes. This is one recipe sure to delight all the children (and kids at heart) in your life! Thanks to Bakerella for sharing photo and recipe for Easy Little Pandas.
3. Apple Pie Cupcakes
Nothing is quite as comforting as warm apple pie. Make Don McLean proud and bake up a round of these cinnamon infused beauties, made even more delicious by their snickerdoodle-inspired base.Thanks to Spoonful of Flavorfor sharing photo and recipe forthese Apple Pie Cupcakes With Vanilla Buttercream Frosting.
4. Triple Salted Caramel Cupcakes
The luscious zip of salted caramel is present in three ways in these stunning cupcakes, which feature a sculpture of candied sugar perched atop a cloud of silky buttercream.Thanks to Sprinkle Bakesfor sharing photo and recipe fortheseTriple Salted Caramel Cupcakes.
5. Sprinkles’ Strawberry Cupcakes
The brightness of fresh red strawberries truly sings in these iconic vanilla cupcakes from the beloved multi-state bakery chain. Thanks to Martha Stewart for preparing this Sprinkles’ Cupcakes recipe.
6. Bubbly Champagne Cupcakes
Give the tastiest toast of the night and say “cheers!” with a round of these celebratory vanilla cupcakes bursting with bubbly.Thanks to Pizzazzeriefor sharing photo and recipe fortheseBubbly Champagne Cupcakes.
7. Butterbeer Cupcakes
No need to visit The Three Broomsticks! You’ll be spellbound after one bite of these butterscotch-frosted beauties, perfect for wizards and muggles alike.Thanks to Pastry Affairfor sharing photo and recipe fortheseButterbeer Cupcakes.
8. Lemon Cupcakes With Lavender Frosting
This springtime cupcake pairs the refreshing flavor of lemon with an oh-la-la lavender frosting for a dynamic-and delightful-anytime treat.Thanks to The Pioneer Womanfor sharing photo and recipe fortheseLemon Cupcakes with Lavender Frosting.
9. Fudgy Vegan Beet Cupcakes
Dietary restrictions shouldn’t exclude decadence! These rich cupcakes draw their flavor from a smattering of cocoa and the humble power of beets, taking the commandment “eat your vegetables” to a whole new level!Thanks to Minimalist Bakerfor sharing photo and recipe fortheseFudgy Beet Cupcakes.
10. Bakery Style Vanilla Cupcakes
There’s no better cupcake to start off our list than the classic vanilla buttercream. This recipe is an ode to the brightly-hued beauties made famous by Magnolia Bakery in NYC. Grab your most colorful sprinkles and pay homage to the original gangster of frosted desserts.Thanks to Sweetapolitafor sharing photo and recipe fortheseBakery Style Vanilla Cupcakes.
11. Chocolate Covered Strawberry Cupcakes
This cupcake is the captivating cousin of the ever-luscious chocolate covered strawberry. Whip up a batch for Valentine’s Day and watch the admirers flock your way!Thanks to The Cake Blogfor sharing photo and recipe forthese Chocolate Covered Strawberry Cupcakes.
12. Orange Creme Cupcakes
Orange creamsicles melt. But orange creme cupcakes won’t, so you can enjoy these sunny (and gluten-free!) goodies outside on the brightest of days.Thanks to Gluten Free Goddess for sharing photo and recipe fortheseOrange Creme Cupcakes.
13. Peanut Butter Fudge Coffee Ice Cream Cupcakes
These decadent delicacies boast a frozen surprise inside- a coffee ice cream center. Keep a batch handy in the freezer to combat caffeine and sugar cravings- a dessert double whammy.Thanks to How Sweet It Isfor sharing photo and recipe forthesePeanut Butter Fudge Coffee Ice Cream Cupcakes.
14. Ultimate Marble Cupcakes
Chocolate or vanilla? The struggle is real. Eliminate that decision and get the best of both worlds with these decadent marbled cupcakes. It’s just so much more delicious when everyone works together.Thanks to Sally’s Baking Addictionfor sharing photo and recipe fortheseUltimate Marble Cupcakes.
15. Piña Colada Cupcakes
If you like piña coladas…..well, no doubt you’re going to love these cupcakes. Channel the best of a tiki bar, sans hangover, with these tantalizing tropical-tinged treats.Thanks to Glorious Treatsfor sharing photo and recipe forthesePiña Colada Cupcakes.
16. Lime Coconut Cupcakes
That catchy song had it all wrong. You mix de lime and de coconut into a mouth-watering cupcake and eat it all up!Thanks to House of Yummfor sharing photo and recipe fortheseLime Coconut Cupcakes.
17. Chocolate Coca-Cola Cupcakes
Soda pop adds an unexpected flavor and little bit of fizz to a traditional chocolate cupcake. Some fluffy whipped cream frosting and a cherry on top sweetens the deal.Thanks to The Baking Fairyfor sharing photo and recipe fortheseChocolate Coca-Cola Cupcakes.
18. Blackberry Coconut Cupcakes
The tropical flavor of coconut combined with the tart sweetness of blackberry delivers a one-two punch that will leave your taste buds in a knockout.Thanks to Baking a Momentfor sharing photo and recipe forthese Blackberry Coconut Cupcakes.
19. Homemade Funfetti Cupcakes
Nothing screams birthday quite like a cake adorned in rainbow sprinkles. Make that joy an everyday occasion with these easy funfetti cupcakes piled high with creamy vanilla buttercream.Thanks to Brown-Eyed Bakerfor sharing photo and recipe fortheseHomemade Funfetti Cupcakes.
20. Andes Mint Cupcake
Swimming in the middle of all this chocolatey cupcake goodness is a refreshing mint filling. Become a snacking scuba diver and dive right in!Thanks to Your Cup Of Cakefor sharing photo and recipe fortheseAndes Mint Cupcakes.
21. Churro Cupcake
The friendship of donuts and cupcakes is cemented in this vanilla bestie topped with a churro and dusted in a healthy coating of cinnamon sugar. Que rico!Thanks to The Domestic Rebelfor sharing photo and recipe fortheseChurro Cupcakes.
22. Sangria Cupcakes
It’s always wine-o-clock when this juicy cupcake laced with an abundance of fruit and a good Red is on deck!Thanks to The First Yearfor sharing photo and recipe fortheseSangria Cupcakes.
23. Cranberry Orange Cupcakes
The dynamic duo of tart cranberry and fresh citrus shines in these bright and refreshing beauties.Thanks to the Taste and Tell blogfor sharing photo and recipe fortheseCranberry Orange Cupcakes.
24. Root Beer Float Cupcakes
Plunge into a creamy handheld version of the beloved icy drink. This throwback to soda fountain days will have your taste buds up in a twist!Thanks to Cincy Shopperfor sharing photo and recipe fortheseRoot Beer Float Cupcakes.
25. Ultimate Chocolate Cupcakes
Rise and shine with these deep chocolate morsels of happiness. A peppy java-infused buttercream provides the perfect excuse for a coffee break at any time.Thanks to Pretty Simple Sweetfor sharing photo and recipe fortheseUltimate Chocolate Cupcakes.
26. Easter Cupcakes with Bunny Inside
With a frosting that tastes just like the beloved batter, this is the perfect recipe for anyone unable to resist the lure of licking the bowl when making cookies.Thanks to Cupcake Projectfor sharing the recipe fortheseEaster Cupcakes With a Surprise Bunny Inside, photo by J. Pollack Photography.
27. Cheesecake Cupcakes
No, you’re not dreaming. This sinful creamy cupcake is made ofof angelic cheesecake. Proof that heaven is, in fact, a place on earth.Thanks to Cooking Classyfor sharing photo and recipe forthese Salted CaramelCheesecakeCupcakes.
28. Paleo Maple Bacon Cupcakes
This cupcake brings to mind all the comforts of a decadent weekend breakfast full of sticky bacon and syurp laden pancakes. Give your diet a high-five and indulge in one of these paleo-friendly treats.Thanks to Food Faith Fitnessfor sharing photo and recipe forthese paleoMaple Bacon Cupcakes With Bacon Buttercream.
29. Dulce De Leche Pumpkin Cupcakes
Dulce de Leche literally means “candy milk”, which inarguably seems like the best possible choice of frosting for the ubiquitous Halloween pumpkin cupcake.Thanks to Sweetest Kitchenfor sharing photo and recipe fortheseDulce De Leche PumpkinCupcakes.
30. S’mores Cupcakes
One bite into these ooey, gooey masterpieces of nostalgia, and you’ll instantly be transported to a starry night under a crackling campfire.Thanks to Shutterbeanfor sharing photo and recipe fortheseS’mores Cupcakes.
31. Rainbow Cupcakes
Why taste the rainbow when you can eat the entire thing in cupcake form? This bright and colorful recipe is sure to inject any cloudy day with a big mouthful of happy.Thanks to Skip To My Loufor sharing photo and recipe fortheseRainbow Cupcakes.
32. Lemon Swan Cupcakes
These lemony vanilla cupcakes are delicate and graceful, just like the creature they imitate. Make them the centerpiece of your next spring gathering, and watch the compliments flock your way.Thanks to Top With Cinnamonfor sharing photo and recipe fortheseLemon Swan Cupcakes.
33. PB&J Cupcakes
Peanut butter and jelly, the world’s most famous celebrity couple, have just given birth to the love child of the century, causing mouths everywhere to salivate.Thanks to Space the Spatulafor sharing photo and recipe forthese Peanut Butter and Jelly Cupcakes.
34. Toblerone Milk Chocolate Almond Cupcakes
The internationally-renowned triangular Swiss candy bar plays a starring role in these incredibly easy to make almond and chocolate cupcakes.Thanks to Baker By Naturefor sharing photo and recipe forthese Toblerone Milk Chocolate and Almond Cupcakes.
35. Chocolate Stout Cupcakes
Sea salt and a dark stout such as Guinness add complexity and depth to these super rich double chocolate cupcakes.Thanks to Broma Bakeryfor sharing photo and recipe forthese Chocolate Stout Cupcakes.
36. Easy Red Velvet Cupcakes
Take a trip to the heart of Dixie by whipping up a hearty batch of these sweet and sassy crowd-pleasers. Fluffy brown sugar cream cheese frosting provides an extra layer of real Southern comfort.Thanks to Divas Can Cookfor sharing photo and recipe fortheseEasy Red Velvet Cupcakes.
37. Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Stuffed Cupcakes
It is a truth universally acknowledged that most things in life are made better by peanut butter. Especially when that thing is a cupcake, and that cupcake is stuffed with peanut butter, frosted with peanut butter, and a Reese’s peanut butter cup is sitting on top of it.Thanks to Crazy Little Projectsfor sharing photo and recipe fortheseReese’s Peanut Butter Stuffed Cupcakes.
38. Ice Cream Sundae Cupcakes
It eats like a cupcake, but looks like a creamy bowl of ice cream! Witha mound of sugary buttercream and a fresh coating of sprinkles, this cupcake is having the best kind of identity crisis!Thanks to Frugal Momeh!for sharing photo and recipe fortheseIce Cream Sundae Cupcakes.
39. Velvet Elvis Cupcakes
Put on your blue suede shoes and mix up a batch of these peanut butter and banana infused cupcakes, befitting for all the kings and queens in your life.Thanks to The Cozy Apronfor sharing photo and recipe fortheseVelvet Elvis Cupcakes.
40. Chocolate Drizzled Peppermint Cupcakes
When days turn colder and twinkling holiday lights are aglow, these cupcakes are the perfect way to usher in some holiday spirit. Season’s eatings!Thanks to Oh, Lady Cakesfor sharing photo and recipe forthese Chocolate Drizzled Peppermint Cupcakes.
41. Beer Pretzel Cupcakes
These salty and crunchy cupcakes bring the best of the bar and the bakery together in a happy marriage of true chocolate deliciousness.Thanks to Baker’s Royalefor sharing photo and recipe fortheseBeer and Pretzel Cupcakes.
42. Raw Vegan Chocolate Cashew Cream
Creamy cashew butter makes for a clever and delicious alternative to traditional frosting, especially when combined with an undeniably rich chocolate cake base.Thanks to Raw Revivefor sharing photo and recipe fortheseRaw Vegan Chocolate Cashew Cream Cupcakes.
43. Lemon Angel Food Cake With Raspberry Cream
Light and airy angel food cake is heaven for both your mouth-and your waistline! Take you tastebuds to cloud nine with these celestial confections, which add a tarty pop of raspberry for just the right amount of sin.Thanks to Sweet Peas and Saffronfor sharing photo and recipe fortheseLemon Angel Food Cupcakes with Raspberry Buttercream.
We hope you enjoyed feasting your eyes on our pick of 50 of the most deliciously decadent cupcake recipes. The only thing better than reading about delicious cupcakes is the possibility of eating them! Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a wide-eyed novice, these recipes provide the perfect starting ground for all of your sugary, sprinkled pursuits.
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