Look here for creative ideas to make the perfect cupcake for any occasion and think outside the cake-mix box.

Vanilla cupcakes and chocolate cupcakes are especially versatile; our recipes offer flavor inspiration for new twists.

Once you’ve mastered the basics, try something special, such as filled cupcakes and decorated cupcakes.

Red velvet cupcakes

Frosted conversation heart cupcakes on a pink background.

chocolate cupcakes with frosting

6 cupcakes in a box

chocolate cupcakes with frosting

vanilla cupcake with sprinkles

decorated vanilla cupcakes with frosting and sprinkles

Neapolitan Cupcakes

vanilla cupcakes with sprinkles

Strawberry sheet cake

Cinnamon Roll Cupcakes

Sweet Potato Cupcakes

Churro Cupcakes