How can you beat a cupcake? The moist, smooth texture of a cake with endless flavor combinations in a single serving. It’s a perfect treat for birthdays, and gatherings of all kinds. My list of cupcake recipes includes everything from rich chocolate with cream cheese icing to carrot to special occasion flavors like thin mint. I’m sure you’ll find something to love here, no matter the reason for your cupcake making.
And if you love cake in all its forms like I do, be sure to pick up a copy of my book, Zoë Bakes Cakes! In fact, you can get a signed copy of the book (along with several of my bread books, aprons and more) in my Zoë Bakes Shop. There are cake recipes, cupcake recipes, fillings, flourishes and so much more.
Cupcake Recipes
I adore carrot cake. It’s one of my favorite desserts. This carrot cupcakes recipe is delicate and less hippie than my go to, so it was fun to try Melissa’s sophisticated take on the classic from The Minimalist Kitchen.
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This Devil's Food Cake from Zoe Bakes Cakes (this version is just slightly different because I am always tweaking) is the best chocolate cake recipe I have ever tried and believe me, over the past 20+ years, I've tried them all. The dark chocolate cake has a texture that is smooth and rich. The flavor is not overly sweet, because of the coffee (you don't actually taste the coffee, it just cuts the sweet) and the rum (the Devil in "Devil's Food cupcakes" perhaps? the alcohol burns off in the oven.), which make it a great match for cream cheese frosting sweetened with Lyle's Golden Syrup (honey works, too, if you're in a pinch).
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These Easter Egg Cupcakes are decorated for kids, but the flavors will satisfy adults. Go with whatever flavor combinations get you excited.
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These vegan triple chocolate cupcakes have a rich cake with a moist, but not dense, crumb. You won't miss the eggs or dairy in the recipe because of the decadent, chocolatey results. The recipe is from New Vegetarian by Robin Asbell
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The tart plums and sweet corn are great companions in this recipe. Both flavors shine through and a touch of vanilla adds a layer without detracting from the delicate flavors.
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The classic flavor of thin mint in cupcake form. The cake in these is light, fluffy and moist, and these beautiful green cupcakes are perfect for a special occasion that calls for bright colors and delicious, fun snacks.
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These flourless chocolate soufflé cupcakes have a slightly crunchy outside and smooth rich inside. They melt in your mouth when served warm or can be refrigerated for a denser, fudge-like texture.
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