From Scratch or From a Box—Cupcakes You’ll Want to Bake on Repeat

Perfectly portioned, easy to decorate, and always a crowd-pleaser, cupcakes are the go-to dessert for birthdays, holidays, and just-because days.

In this roundup, I’m sharing the best cupcake recipes that work no matter how you bake—whether you're starting with a box of mix or whipping up batter from scratch.

From rich chocolate classics to fruity favorites and fun flavor twists, these recipes are ones you’ll want to make again and again.

Chocolate Peanut Butter Stuffed Cupcakes

These Chocolate Peanut Butter Stuffed Cupcakes are rich, chocolatey, and filled with a creamy peanut butter center—an indulgent surprise in every bite.
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Cheesecake Cupcakes with Sour Cream Topping

Cheesecake Cupcakes deliver rich, creamy cheesecake in bite-sized form with a buttery graham cracker crust and a tangy sour cream topping—perfect for easy entertaining or a sweet treat anytime.
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Birthday Cupcakes

These classic Birthday Cupcakes feature moist yellow cake topped with luscious chocolate frosting, offering a nostalgic and festive dessert that’s ideal for any birthday celebration.
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Red White and Blue Cupcakes

With a blueberry-flavored cake base, cream cheese frosting, and a juicy red strawberry on top, these Red, White, and Blue Cupcakes are the perfect patriotic dessert for summer holidays.
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Easy Coffee Cake Cupcakes with Streusel Glaze

These Coffee Cake Cupcakes bring all the warmth of classic coffee cake in a convenient form, topped with cinnamon streusel and a sweet glaze for a cozy, indulgent bite.
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4th of July Cupcake Recipe

This vibrant 4th of July Cupcake Recipe uses food coloring and cake mix to create red and blue swirls inside soft cupcakes, finished with homemade frosting for a festive holiday treat.
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Rhubarb Honey Cupcakes

Rhubarb Honey Cupcakes offer a unique flavor twist, balancing the tartness of rhubarb with the delicate sweetness of honey in a moist and delightful springtime dessert.
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Best Birthday Cupcakes

The Best Birthday Cupcakes offer a selection of versatile, celebratory flavors designed to please all tastes, making them the go-to dessert for festive gatherings.
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Fourth of July Patriotic Cupcakes

Fourth of July Patriotic Cupcakes bring a pop of red, white, and blue to your dessert table, making them a colorful and crowd-pleasing option for Independence Day parties.
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Hummingbird Cupcakes

Hummingbird Cupcakes are a Southern classic filled with banana, pineapple, and nuts, topped with cream cheese frosting for a moist, fruity, and flavorful dessert.
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Apple Pie Cupcakes

Apple Pie Cupcakes capture the cozy essence of a classic pie with spiced apple filling and a cupcake base, perfect as a snack or dessert for fall or anytime.
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Carrot Cake Cupcakes

Moist and warmly spiced, these Carrot Cake Cupcakes bring the beloved flavors of traditional carrot cake into an easy, handheld form ideal for gatherings.
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Lemon Stuffed Cupcakes

Lemon Stuffed Cupcakes are a bright, citrusy treat with fluffy vanilla cake and a tangy homemade lemon curd filling, finished with sweet buttercream frosting.
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Chocolate Peanut Butter Kitchen Sink Cupcakes

These Chocolate Peanut Butter Kitchen Sink Cupcakes are packed with indulgence, combining cake mix convenience with layers of rich chocolate and peanut butter flavor.
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