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Cupcakes

Cupcakes

There are two basic factors to consider when making cupcakes: do you want to make them from scratch or from a mix? Regardless of which you choose, we have plenty of recipes for both.



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recipe for cheesecake cupcakes

Cheesecake Cupcakes

These cupcakes are the perfect blend of two classic desserts: cheesecake and cupcakes. The creamy cheesecake filling is rich and flavorful, while the vanilla wafers add a crispy...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for french vanilla cupcakes

French Vanilla Cupcakes

Delicate cupcakes made from a French vanilla cake mix. The additional sour cream makes the cupcakes more moist.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for black bottom cupcakes (or cake)

Black Bottom Cupcakes (Or Cake)

Love cheesecake? Love chocolate cake? Now you don't have to pick just one. A chocolate cake layer is topped with a creamy layer of cheesecake, as cupcakes or a Bundt...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for chocolate cupcakes with chocolate cream cheese frosting

Chocolate Cupcakes With Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting

These chocolate cupcakes are the perfect treat for any chocolate lover. They are moist and fluffy, with a rich chocolate flavor. The chocolate...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for starlight cupcakes

Starlight Cupcakes

Need a tried-and-true, never-fail cupcake recipe? This recipe is a classic from Betty Crocker that will give you a perfect cupcake every time

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

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recipe for brownie cupcakes

Brownie Cupcakes

Made with salt, baking powder, baking cocoa, butter, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, flour

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for lemony strawberry surprise cupcakes

Lemony Strawberry Surprise Cupcakes

These cupcakes have a secret ingredient hidden inside them

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for vanilla cupcakes for two

Vanilla Cupcakes For Two

Great texture and flavor in these simple from-scratch cupcakes. And just the perfect serving size for two people (or, one if you're hungry!)

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for white chocolate cheesecake cupcakes

White Chocolate Cheesecake Cupcakes

Made with white chocolate chips, white cake mix, sour cream, cheesecake pudding mix

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for filled rich chocolate cupcakes

Filled Rich Chocolate Cupcakes

What's better than a chocolate cupcake? One that's bursting with a rich, chocolatey cream cheese filling.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for copycat hostess cupcakes

Copycat Hostess Cupcakes

Made with milk, egg yolks, butter, sugar, flour, salt, baking soda, whipping cream, vanilla extract, egg whites

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for red velvet cupcakes with creole cream cheese frosting

Red Velvet Cupcakes With Creole Cream Cheese Frosting

If you can get your hands on real creole cream cheese substitute that for the regular 8-ounces of cream cheese and lemon juice. It's hard to find...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for low fat chocolate cupcakes

Low Fat Chocolate Cupcakes

Low fat chocolate cupcakes are a delicious and health conscious treat! These delightful morsels are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without the guilt.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for low-carb chocolate cupcakes with creamy frosting

Low-Carb Chocolate Cupcakes with Creamy Frosting

Made with almond flour, sugar substitute, butter, cream of tartar, vanilla extract, eggs, baking powder, cocoa powder, vanilla pudding mix

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for lemon cream cupcakes with grand marnier cream icing

Lemon Cream Cupcakes With Grand Marnier Cream Icing

This easy-to-follow recipe features fluffy lemon cupcakes topped with a rich and boozy Grand Marnier icing. Perfect for a special occasion or a sweet...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for exquisite white cupcakes with delicate icing

Exquisite White Cupcakes With Delicate Icing

There's nothing a cupcake can't fix. Especially, this fluffy batter made with brown sugar, vanilla and almond extract.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for dark chocolate red beet cupcakes

Dark Chocolate Red Beet Cupcakes

Vegetables in cupcakes? The beets add rich red color to these dark chocolate delights.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for chocolate cream cheese cupcakes

Chocolate Cream Cheese Cupcakes

Made with semisweet chocolate chips, egg, Swiss chocolate cake mix, cream cheese, sugar

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for confetti cupcakes

Confetti Cupcakes

Sprinkles always make things more fun, and these confetti cupcakes are no exception. A simple cupcake is elevated with the addition of colorful little candies.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for marshmallow peeps cupcakes

Marshmallow Peeps Cupcakes

Made with jelly beans, white cake mix, frosting, coconut, green food coloring, Marshmallow Peeps

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for purple party cupcakes

Purple Party Cupcakes

These cupcakes are so easy and fun! You can use other colored soft drink mix in place of the purple, if desired.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for pina colada cupcakes from scratch

Pina Colada Cupcakes From Scratch

If you're craving a taste of sunshine, you've hit the jackpot with these pina colada cupcakes. Sweet, fluffy, and oh-so-nostalgic, they'll transport you straight to...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for drunken gingerbread men cupcakes

Drunken Gingerbread Men Cupcakes

Made with candied ginger, rum, spice cake mix, vanilla frosting, ground ginger, gingerbread man cookies

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for coconut fairy cakes

Coconut Fairy Cakes

Made with egg, sugar, margarine, self rising flour, desiccated coconut, glace cherries

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for starbucks black bottom cupcakes

Starbucks Black Bottom Cupcakes

Made with sugar, egg, chocolate chips, flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, salt, water

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes




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