Strawberry Rose Cupcakes
A few scattered rose petals on a plain cupcake can add a real wow factor. But when your guests bite into these strawberry-rose jam-filled treats, you’ll really be hearing the oohs and aahs.
Recipe: Strawberry Rose Cupcakes
Devil's Food Cupcakes with Marshmallow Filling
These chocolate cupcakes have a secret: They're loaded with marshmallow cream filling. If you grew up on store-bought snack cakes, these family-friendly desserts will blow your mind.
Red Velvet Cupcakes with Orange Buttercream
These electric magenta cupcakes get their color not from the usual food coloring but from puréed roasted beets, which also add a subtle flavor. Don’t use canned or packaged steamed beets—the cupcakes’ color will be drab.
Vanilla Buttermilk Cupcakes
The same basic ingredients that make the cupcake recipe simple also ensure that it is over-the-top delicious. Dress this cupcake recipe up or down for showers, parties, or friendly neighborhood gatherings.
Recipe: Vanilla Buttermilk Cupcakes
Vegan Chocolate Strawberry Cupcakes
Recipe: Vegan Chocolate Strawberry Cupcakes
Make these tasty cakes that helped L.A. baker Chloe Corscarelli win first place on Cupcake Wars.
Chocolate Pumpkin Cupcakes
These treats make the perfect addition to a fall party spread. The canned pumpkin in the batter keeps these cupcakes moist, reducing the amount of oil you need to use.
Recipe: Chocolate Pumpkin Cupcakes
Coconut Cupcakes
Chef Amber Bonny Burhans tells us these buttery cupcakes are one of her signature dishes. We think they are a safe bet to sweeten any gathering.
Recipe: Coconut Cupcakes
Chocolate Espresso Cakes
The batter is goofproof, so feel free to experiment with spices or extracts for other flavor combos.
Recipe: Chocolate Espresso Cakes