Our Best Cupcake Recipes
Not that you ever need an excuse to have a cupcake, but these mouth-watering recipes sure would give you one if you did! Whether you're looking to satisfy your sweet tooth on a lazy Sunday or after a lavish dinner party, cupcakes are the perfect, bite-size treat for any occasion.
Vanilla Cupcakes
Rach made these cupcakes for her guests at her SXSW Feedback party, but you can make them any time of year!
Mexican Chocolate Surprise Cupcakes
These spicy cupcakes are filled with a sweet surprise!
Strawberry Cornmeal Cupcakes
Not all cupcakes have to be covered in frosting. These are the slightest bit savory and studded with fresh strawberries.
Death-by-Chocolate Cupcakes
You may want to be careful serving these around chocoholics.
Bourbon Cherry Cordial Cupcakes
These cupcakes -- inspired by one of our favorite chocolate box treats -- are perfect for a romantic dinner.
Spiced Chocolate Stout Cupcakes
Use boxed cake mix and Guinness beer for an easy recipe that tastes homemade.
18-Carrot Cupcakes
These cupcakes are full of sugar, spice and everything nice!
Black-Bottom Cupcakes
You'll never miss frosting on these cupcakes—not with this dreamy, cream-cheese center.
Lemon Meringue Cupcakes
A classic pie recipe inspires this two-bite treat.
Red Velvet Cupcakes with White Chocolate Frosting
Have a sweet celebration with this yummy red velvet cupcake.
Berry Cakes with Cinnamon Whipped Cream
Satisfy your sweet tooth without going overboard—these cupcakes are light, fluffy and frosting-free.
Marshmallow Cupcakes
This homemade Hostess Cupcake is ideal for a bake sale or a birthday party.
Caramel Banana Cupcakes
Banana bread gets a desserty twist with the addition of caramel frosting.
Classic Vanilla Snack Cakes
The name says it all: These individual cakes are as classic as can be!
Zucchini Pistachio Cupcakes
Sneak veggies (in this case, zucchini!) into these deliciously moist vanilla cupcakes.
Cheesecake-Filled Pumpkin Cupcakes
Frosted pumpkin cupcakes spiked with fluffy, sweetened cream cheese is a treat we crave come fall.
Black-and-White Cupcakes
One batter yields two delectable layers in this riff on a New York cookie.
Ginger Tea Cakes with Lemon Glaze
Our teeny lemon ginger cakes are feather-light and go down in one unforgettable bite.
Caramel Apple Cupcakes
Here's a carmel apple-inspired treat that's even better than the original. Trust us!