Do you need a dessert, like, yesterday?
Do you adore whipping up sweet treats from cake mix?
Then, check out this list of 23 unbelievable cupcake recipes!
1. Pineapple Cream Cupcakes
These cupcakes will send you straight to the tropics. You’ll add pineapple to yellow cake mix, then bake. A creamy, tangy frosting really kicks it up a notch.
You could also use mango for a pleasant flavor. If you want it to taste like a piña colada, add some coconut cream!
2. Gender Reveal Cupcakes
Okay, so maybe over-the-top gender reveals are a bit much. If you want a more chill option, try these delicious cupcakes.
You’ll use colored candies to announce if it’s a girl or boy. Top with a rich, creamy buttercream, and that’s it! These are so simple to create.
3. Red Velvet Cake Batter Cupcakes
Once you’ve had red velvet cupcakes, you’ll never make them from scratch! Add some maraschino cherries and heart sprinkles for Valentine’s Day.
Or, just skip that and enjoy these any time of the year. They’re so easy to create, it’s unreal.
4. Key Lime Cupcakes
I really dig key lime pie. So, I had to whip up this recipe ASAP.
These treats are great for folks who want a simple, transportable version of key lime pie. You can also feed a crowd with them, and they taste like they’re from a bakery.
The trick is to jazz up cake mix with key lime juice. For a great finish, add graham cracker crumbs!
5. Chocolate Cupcakes (From a Doctored Cake Mix!)
Chocolate lovers, listen up! As tasty as boxed chocolate cake is, this recipe kicks it up a notch. Trust me, this will be your new fave.
The cupcakes are so easy to create. With the extra time, you can add a crazy-good topping. Maybe salted caramel frosting with caramel drizzle!
6. Perfect Lemon Cupcakes
Make your day better with these perfect lemon cupcakes. They’re soft and loaded with lemon goodness. Also, the lemon buttercream is unreal.
To make them, start with boxed lemon cake mix. They’re even better with sour cream and pudding for a super moist texture.
The frosting has fresh lemon juice and zest for a zesty kick.
7. Vanilla Cupcakes
These vanilla cupcakes are truly special. Everyone will thank you at the next party.
Vanilla pudding in the mix makes these irresistible. It also makes them moist and tender.
If you want to make them in advance, you can! The texture holds up well. What a perfect dessert!
8. Sunkist Orange Cupcakes
Behold, a citrus blast. These orange cupcakes are light, fluffy, and loaded with orange flavor.
Thanks to the soda, these are super fluffy. It makes the bubbles act as a leavening agent. Pretty neat, right?
9. Eggnog Cupcakes
These eggnog cupcakes really usher in the holidays. These are brimming with eggnog in the cake and buttercream. Each mouthful is sweet, spiced, and creamy.
For a holiday party, these bring festive cheer. You have to balance the eggnog with spices like nutmeg! The sponge and buttercream are great together.
10. Reese’s Peanut Butter Cupcakes
If you want something very sweet, try these Reese’s cupcakes. These chocolate cupcakes hide a Reese’s chocolate. Also, these are topped with a creamy peanut butter frosting.
Can it get better? For the best frosting, use a brand like Skippy. You won’t be disappointed!
11. Pineapple Upside Down Cupcakes
If you want a tropical treat, these cupcakes are great. These mini cakes are a spin on a classic. You’ll get buttery brown sugar, pineapple chunks, and a cherry.
Perfect for parties, these are extra tasty served warm. You won’t have leftovers.
A doctored cake mix works great! Just be careful not to burn your mouth.
12. Easy Halloween Cupcakes
These Halloween cupcakes are “spooktacular”! They’re great for any ghoulish party. So easy to create and decorate.
Use chocolate cake mix, then top with neon buttercream. Don’t forget sprinkles. Everyone will be impressed by these.
13. Green Ombre St. Patrick’s Day Cupcakes
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in style with these ombre cupcakes. The tasty treats use a white cake mix, homemade buttercream, and green food coloring. They’re also so simple to make.
Give these a try, and save time in the kitchen. Homemade buttercream is key.
14. Apple Pie Cupcakes
These apple pie cupcakes are a quick and tasty treat for any party, made with yellow cake mix and apple filling.
Each bite is soft and bursting with apple and cinnamon. For a more real taste, add some graham cracker crumbs.
15. Lemon Raspberry Cupcakes
For some zippy fruitiness, try these lemon and raspberry cupcakes. Lemon cake mix and lemon pudding mix make them tart.
The pudding is also creamy, and the sour cream mellows that taste. A raspberry buttercream frosting makes these unforgettable. Are you drooling too?
16. Strawberry Cupcakes
These strawberry cupcakes are sure to impress. A simple hack of vanilla cake mix, Greek strawberry yogurt, and strawberries is all you need.
Add strawberry buttercream for extra sweetness. These are perfect for any event with minimal fuss. Yes, please!
17. Snickerdoodle Cupcakes
If snickerdoodles are your fave, this combo of cake mix cupcakes and cinnamon buttercream might make you swoon.
There’s cinnamon in the sponge and the frosting. These taste like sugar, spice, and everything nice.
18. Raspberry White Chocolate Cupcakes
Do you love raspberries but not lemon? Try these white chocolate cupcakes.
You’ll use cake mix, but fill them with raspberry jam. Also, add a dreamy white chocolate frosting that’s rich and creamy. It’s a match made in cupcake heaven.
19. Cookies and Cream Cupcakes
Indulge in the ultimate cookies and cream dessert. These cupcakes have devil’s food cake mix and chocolate pudding. There are even crushed Oreo cookies in the batter.
You’ll also add Oreo pieces to the frosting and top them with a whole Oreo. They’re the ultimate cookies and cream treat!
20. Tiramisu Cupcakes
Tiramisu is a rich dessert that we often only have at restaurants. Now you can make these cupcakes.
You’ll get vanilla cupcakes soaked in coffee and topped with a mascarpone frosting. Need I say more?
21. Banana Pudding Cupcakes
If banana pudding is your thing, these cupcakes are a must. These are so simple but amazing.
They’re made with yellow cake stuffed with banana pudding. Top with chantilly cream and vanilla wafers. These treats are great for any event.
22. Cheesecake Filled Cupcakes
If you want something sweet, check out these cheesecake cupcakes.
Starting with cake mix, they’re filled with chocolate chip cheesecake. It’s like two desserts in one, great for any occasion.