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Cupcake Baking Tips

If you are new to the world of baking – anything, not just cupcakes – then maybe you are a bit overwhelmed when reading some … Read more

Fig Spice Cupcakes

Fig Spice Cupcakes

As delicious as these cupcakes sound, the Honey Cinnamon Buttercream Frosting sounds even better!  You can use fresh figs or (re hydrated) dried figs to … Read more

Wedding Cake Cupcakes

Wedding Cake Cupcakes

Not everyone chooses – or can afford – to have a lavish wedding.  There are many couples who want to have a simple affair with … Read more

Easter Surprise Cupcakes

Easter Surprise Cupcakes

These cupcakes are like an Easter egg hunt – there is a chocolate egg baked inside! Easier to find and so very delicious to eat. … Read more

Vegan Sweet Potato Cupcakes

Vegan Sweet Potato Cupcakes

Oh, almost forgot, with Maple Cream Cheese Frosting!  Now I am admittedly not a vegan, not even close, but the spices in this recipe make … Read more

Red Velvet Low Fat Cupcakes

Red Velvet Low Fat Cupcakes

What better way to celebrate Valentine’s Day than with red cupakes?  Red velvet is a favorite recipe for cakes and cupcakes and this recipe is … Read more

Cinnamon Swirl Cupcakes

Cinnamon Swirl Cupcakes

I admit it, every now and then it’s nice to take a break from chocolate.   It’s also a good idea to have alternatives to … Read more

Almond Joy Cupcakes

Almond Joy Cupcakes

I can still remember the days of commercial jingles sticking in my head, sometimes for years.  Who remembers the old Almond Joy commercials?   I … Read more

Fresh Apple Pear Cupcakes

Fresh Apple Pear Cupcakes

Fresh fruit, spices, and  a vanilla cupcake….oh my!  la Creme de la Crumb put it all together into one moist and delicious package.   The kids … Read more

White Wedding Cupcakes (Gluten Free)

White Wedding Cupcakes

While these are called White Wedding Cupcakes (you’re singing the song now, aren’t you?), these delightful gluten free cupcakes from Gluten Free Canteen can be used … Read more

Yellow Cupcakes with Splenda

Yellow Cupcakes with Splenda

This basic cupcake recipe from Splenda is for all the folks out there watching their sugar intake.    I added a Splenda smooth chocolate frosting recipe but … Read more