15 Fun Cupcakes to Make Anytime

From festive holiday breakfasts to indulgent desserts, these pancakes and cupcakes are easy, fun, and absolutely delicious. You’ll find everything from fluffy chocolate and fruit-filled pancakes to creative cupcakes perfect for parties, holidays, or just a sweet treat. Each recipe is approachable and packed with flavor, making them ideal for family breakfasts, cozy brunches, or sweet celebrations.

Snowman Cupcakes

Cupcakes with red wrappers topped with marshmallows decorated as smiling snowmen using icing and candy, placed on a white surface with baking tools nearby. — Snowman Cupcakes. Photo credit: Maria’s Mixing Bowl.

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These Snowman Cupcakes are perfect for a winter-themed party, or just a fun way to celebrate the chilly season. You don’t need any fancy tools or techniques to make them- they’re simple enough that kids could even help out!
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Chocolate Peppermint Cupcakes

Chocolate peppermint cupcakes are homemade, one-bowl chocolate peppermint cupcakes topped with light and fluffy peppermint frosting. These moist, rich cupcakes are so fun for the holidays, and they can be made from scratch in no time!
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White Chocolate Cranberry Cupcakes

Moist vanilla cupcakes are filled with a cranberry filling and then topped with white chocolate buttercream and sparkling sugar cranberries.
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Ugly Sweater Cupcakes

Four cupcakes decorated as colorful gift boxes with frosting and sugar bows, on a white plate. The background has a pattern of variously colored present illustrations. — Ugly Sweater Cupcakes. Photo credit: Mama’s on a Budget .

These Ugly Christmas Sweater Cupcakes are the perfect way to show off your holiday spirit and spread some cheer. With their bright colors, festive decorations, and delicious taste, these cupcakes make a great addition to any Christmas party!
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Tiramisu Cupcakes

A close up ahot of tiramisu cupcake. — Tiramisu Cupcakes. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Discover how to make irresistible tiramisu cupcakes with cocoa, coffee and vanilla flavors and a creamy mascarpone frosting on top.
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Chocolate Peanut Butter Kitchen Sink Cupcakes

A chocolate cupcake in a green wrapper topped with beige frosting, crushed pretzels, and a whole pretzel, sits on a plate with more cupcakes in the background. — Chocolate Peanut Butter Kitchen Sink Cupcakes. Photo credit: xoxo Bella .

All your favorite flavors in one cupcake. Chocolate, peanut butter, and a mix-in surprise make these cupcakes impossible to resist.
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Christmas Tree Cupcakes

Chocolate cupcakes decorated with frosting and candy to resemble Christmas trees and snowflakes, displayed on a white surface with marshmallows and pretzel sticks nearby. — Christmas Tree Cupcakes. Photo credit: xoxo Bella .

Chocolate and vanilla cupcakes topped with buttercream and coconut for a cute Christmas tree design. A holiday showstopper.
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Classic Vanilla Cupcakes

A group of Classic Vanilla Cupcake with sprinkles on top. — Classic Vanilla Cupcakes. Photo credit: Call Me PMc.

Tender, moist, and perfect for any occasion. These cupcakes are great for decorating or enjoying as-is.
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Coconut Cupcakes With Coconut Buttercream Frosting

Frosted coconut cupcakes on a white board. — Coconut Cupcakes With Coconut Buttercream Frosting. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Moist coconut cupcakes with a creamy coconut buttercream and a sprinkle of toasted coconut for extra flavor.
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CopyCat Hostess Cupcakes

Recreate the classic Hostess cupcake at home. Easy, sweet, and totally satisfying.
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Dr. Seuss The Lorax Cupcakes

Fun and easy cupcakes inspired by Dr. Seuss. Great for birthdays or celebrating Read Across America Day.
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Dr. Seuss Truffula Tree Cupcakes

Celebrate Dr. Seuss with these colorful and whimsical cupcakes. Perfect for birthday parties or school events.
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Chocolate Raspberry Cupcakes

These easy chocolate raspberry cupcakes are decadently delicious and effortlessly easy to make. A rich and moist chocolate cupcake with homemade raspberry filling and the most incredible whipped raspberry buttercream frosting. Bonus: The recipe can be made gluten-free, dairy-free, and/or vegan.
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Biscoff Cupcakes

Try these delicious Biscoff cupcakes with a rich cookie butter frosting. An easy and impressive treat for any occasion. Perfect for sharing with family and friends!
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Lemon and Lavender Cupcakes

Looking for a unique dessert that is just as beautiful as it is flavorful? Look no further than these Lemon Lavender Cupcakes. With an enchanting combination of lemon and lavender, these cupcakes scream springtime. Bring these to your next cookout or get together and they are sure to be a hit!
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