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35 of our best cupcake recipes

No birthday party is complete without a batch of these. They're easy to make (and eat), the perfect edible gift and flavour combinations are endless. Let's get baking.
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Four different Halloween cupcakes

Easy Halloween cupcakes

These deliciously spooky cupcakes are so easy decorate. Pick up some lollies, make some cupcakes and buttercream and start decorating!
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Ice-cream cone cake pops

10 super cute cake pops

Cake pops are fiddly to make, but well worth the effort. They're a great single-serve cake option for parties, and are a fun alternative to cupcakes.
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Cute doggie cupcakes

Doggie cupcakes

Who's a cute doggie, then? No one will be able to resist these cute doggie cupcakes, when they also taste delicious too!
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Healthy baking recipes and ideas

Healthy baking recipes and ideas

Most people associate baked sweets with 'sometimes' foods, but they can actually be very nutritious additions to your daily snacks (if you're using the right ingredients, of course). This collection of recipes provides healthy, lower-sugar alternatives to your favourite baked goods. And from our chocolate and hazelnut brownies to our spiced nectarine tea cake, there certainly is no skimping on flavour here. If you're trying to stick to health goals, but love indulging on occasion, look no further than these beautiful treats.
Quick-mix chocolate cupcakes

Quick-mix chocolate cupcakes

Suitable to freeze. Ganache suitable to microwave. makes 24 Note
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Halloween creepy monster cupcakes

Scary monster cupcakes

Using bought cake makes these creepy decorated cakes a breeze to put together for Halloween or a little monster's birthday party.
pineapple cake with malibu cream

Pineapple dessert recipes

Perfectly pairing sweet and tart, this delightful tropical fruit is lovely enjoyed on its own, sliced through a fruit salad, or incorporated into one of these beautiful baked desserts. Try our wonderfully moist coconut and pineapple cakes, slices and tarts, or go for our warm self-saucing pudding for something a little more indulgent. You'll find recipes for zesty pina colada cupcakes, as well as impressive tiered cakes for special events. And for something cooler, try our homemade pineapple and yoghurt ice-cream for a refreshing summer treat.
Malteser cupcakes

24 creative cupcakes from Woman’s Day

Cupcakes are an all-time favourite here at Food To Love, mostly because they're easy to bake and even easier to gobble up. Woman's Day have shared some of their best-ever cupcake recipes with us, with everything from classic chocolate and vanilla varieties, to pineapple hummingbird, orange and poppyseed and Nutella sweet treats. If you're looking for some quick and easy desserts, or some inspiration to get the kids in the kitchen, this collection is for you.
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chocolate mousse cake with pomegranate syrup

Dark chocolate recipes

Do you prefer your chocolate a little more bitter than sweet? These beautiful desserts are for you. We've used only the best quality dark chocolate to ensure you get the perfect balance of natural cacao flavouring, perfect enjoyed in our tarts, cakes, pies and cookies. Take a flick through our collection and see what catches your eye, whether it be an indulgent chilli chocolate ice-cream torte, or our peanut butter and jam brownies. If you're entertaining guests, you can't go past these desserts...
Nutella cupcakes

Nutella choc-nut cupcakes

For those of you who love Nutella, you simply can't go past these indulgent chocolate and hazelnut cupcakes. They're topped with a rich Nutella frosting, chocolate balls and roasted hazelnuts.
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Fairy cupcakes

Fairy cupcakes

Tiny faeries frolicking! Create these faeries cupcakes for a little fairy birthday girl, or a fantasy themed party.
Ghostly cupcakes

Ghostly cupcakes

Things that go bump in the night! These spooky cupcakes have meringue ghosts floating over fairy floss. Great for kids Halloween or birthday parties - OOOOooooOOooo!
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Spicy Christmas cupcakes

Spicy Christmas cupcakes

Get into the festive spirit with these delicious spicy Christmas cupcakes, a blend of ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg and golden syrup. Start this recipe the day before to prep the Christmas icing decorations.
Spiced apple cupcakes

Spiced apple cupcakes

Yummy, delicious gluten-free and dairy-free spiced apple cupcakes perfect for the kids lunchbox and for you with a cup of tea, morning or afternoon.
Honey and lavender cakes

Honey and lavender cakes

Get creative in the kitchen with these sweet and fragrant honey and lavender cakes - the perfect weekend indulgence!
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Piña colada cupcakes

Piña colada cupcakes

Do you like Piña colada? Get creative in the kitchen this weekend and surprise guests with these creamy and fruity piña colada cupcakes- simply divine!
Chocolate hearts

Chocolate hearts

These divine chocolate hearts make the perfect sweet treat for this weekend. Sweet and decadent - these little hearts will be loved by all!
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Margarita cupcakes

Margarita cupcakes

Get creative in the kitchen with these sweet and indulgent margarita cupcakes! The perfect weekend treat - simply divine!
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Our cutest cupcakes

Cupcakes are one of the first things people make when they start baking. They're easy to make, taste incredible and the flavour combinations are endless. Here we've brought you a selection of some of our favourite cupcake recipes. From the classics like chocolate and vanilla, to more inventive flavours like peanut butter, espresso and Turkish delight. Most of these recipes are easy enough to make with the kids, and are great given as gifts to loved ones.
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Blackberry swirl lemonade cupcakes

Blackberry swirl lemonade cupcakes

Indulge in these sweet and satisfying blackberry swirl lemonade cupcakes - perfect for morning or afternoon tea with just the right amount of sweetness!
Champagne mini cupcakes

Champagne mini cupcakes

These sweet, quaint mini champagne cupcakes are like a little slice of heaven - super tasty and so easy to make. These are sure to sweeten up your day!
rosewater raspberry cupcakes

Rosewater raspberry cupcakes

Get creative in the kitchen and whip up a batch of these sweet and delicate rosewater and raspberry cupcakes! Perfect for your next brunch or dinner party!
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Raspberry and vanilla cupcakes

Raspberry and vanilla cupcakes

Sinfully sweet raspberry and vanilla cupcakes. These baked beauties are moist, decadent, and make a perfect mid-morning or afternoon treat!

Birthday cakes for little princesses

Throwing a birthday party for the little princess in your life? Then one of these cakes is a must. Between fluttery fairy-wings, cute-as-a-button cupcakes and castle cakes fit for a queen, you're sure to find an easy birthday cake recipe here that the little ones will love. Bring a bit of sparkle to any birthday!
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ICED CHRISTMAS CUPCAKES

Iced Christmas cupcakes

Making these cute Christmas treats is truly a piece of cake. The special skill comes in adding the festive decorations. You'll need star and snowflake cutters, edible gold paint and a small brush. Bon Noel!
Moist Chocolate Berry Cupcakes

Moist chocolate berry cupcakes

Dark chocolate and raspberries are one of those perfect food pairings that you can never go wrong with and these scrumptious cupcakes don't let that reputation down.
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Mini rhubarb cupcakes

Mini rhubarb cupcakes

These light and fluffy cupcakes have a twist: the addition of pieces of rhubarb. They take just half an hour to make but are such a tasty treat you'll wish you made more.
Caterpillar cupcakes

Caterpillar cupcakes

This colourful, cheeky caterpillar will be the star of the show – and he’s great fun to make.
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Mini fruit mince cakes

Mini fruit mince cakes

You can whip up these mini fruit mince cupcakes in a flash with just 15 minutes baking time. They're a great addition to a festive spread at Christmas, and a welcome treat all year round!
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Fairy Cupcakes

Fairy cupcakes

These gorgeous cupcakes by Woman's Day are exquisitely delicate and absolutely perfect for a fairy themed birthday party or even an afternoon tea. Serve them on your daintiest china.
Malteser cupcakes

Malteser cupcakes

You can never have too many Maltesers. And these cupcakes are loaded with them. Sprinkle some over the top for an extra malty chocolatey crunch.
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white chocolate cupcakes

White chocolate cupcakes

We used a standard muffin pan – if you use mini muffin pans the mixture will make about 24. Reduce cooking time to 15 minutes Persian fairy floss (pashmak) is available from specialty and Middle Eastern food stores. Note
Choc-chip cupcakes

Choc-chip cupcakes

These choc-chip cupcakes by Women's Day are everything you could possibly want in such a treat. They're light, fluffy, sweetly studded with white and milk chocolate, and delicious.
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angel cakes

Butterfly angel cakes

You could also use a 6-hole oversized muffin pan, if preferred. Bake larger muffins for a further 5 minutes. Note
banana & passionfruit   cream cupcakes

Banana and passionfruit cream cupcakes

You will need 2 large over-ripe bananas (460g) to get the required amount of mashed banana. Freeze un-iced cupcakes for up to 2 months in single layers to prevent damage; sealable plastic containers are good for this. For best results, try to fill as much of the space in the container as possible to eliminate […]
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toffee-apple tower cupcakes

Toffee-apple tower cupcakes

Let your creativity flow when designing these beautiful toffee decorations. Try different shapes, sizes, patterns and designs for some fun and variation.
white chocolate mud cakes

White chocolate mud cakes

These white chocolate mud cakes look and taste absolutely divine. Select brightly coloured icing flowers to decorate the top of the cakes and arrange beautifully on a cake stand for that extra 'wow' factor.
pistachio and lime friands

Pistachio and lime friands

In France, friands are better known as financiers because they were originally baked in tiny, gold-bar shaped pans. These dainty little pistachio and lime friands are perfect for morning or afternoon tea.
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Raspberry and white chocolate friands

Raspberry and white chocolate friands

It's always lovely to finish a meal with a little something sweet. Here, we've taken these raspberry friands to a new level of decadence by adding white chocolate.
Valentines cupcakes

Valentine heart cupcakes

These deluxe valentine cupcakes look and taste amazing. Filled with the sweetness of chocolate cake and the tartness of fresh raspberries, your loved one will be surprised and delighted this Valentine's day.
BUTTERFLY CAKES

Butterfly cakes with strawberry jam

These delightful little butterfly cakes with strawberry jam are simple to make and extremely delicious. They go down a treat at children's parties, or morning teas. You can substitute the jam for just about any conserve.
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fudge-frosted chocolate cupcakes

Fudge-frosted chocolate cupcakes

If you don't already have a go-to recipe for chocolate cupcakes, you do now. This classic version is made even better when topped with the rich, fudgy frosting. Perfect for kids' parties or an after school treat.
baby feet

Baby feet

You can use any coloured jelly beans you like. Choose a writing icing to match the colour of the jelly beans. Note
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banana split

Banana split cupcakes

These two classic sweet treats just got even sweeter, as they have merged into a fabulous fun cupcake.