Celebrate the new season with one of these sweet, spring cupcakes. Enjoy delicious flavors, including carrot cake, strawberry, key lime and more.
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Hummingbird Cupcakes
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Turn the traditional hummingbird cake—flavored with pineapple, bananas and walnuts—into a bite-sized treat with these moist cupcakes. —Jessie Oleson, Santa Fe, New Mexico
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Strawberry Lemon Cupcakes
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My granddaughter Sydney has acquired a love of baking. While I was visiting her in Tampa, we made these light, fluffy cupcakes. She's a natural—they turned out fantastic! —Lonnie Hartstack, Clarinda, Iowa
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Easter Basket Cupcakes
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These cute cupcakes with their mild orange flavor are fun to dress up for Easter. As we raised four sons and a daughter, I prepared many, many school lunches and often added these springtime treats. —Julie Johnston, Shaunavon, Saskatchewan
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Chocolate Peanut Butter Cupcakes
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I've been baking cakes for years and enjoy trying new combinations of flavors and textures. For this peanut butter cupcake recipe, I blended peanut butter and chocolate. As soon as I took the first bite, I knew I had created something divine! —Ronda Schabes, Vicksburg, Michigan
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Tiramisu Cupcakes
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Our tiramisu cupcakes recipe tastes just like the classic dessert for several reasons: We brush coffee over poked holes in the cupcakes, we make a mascarpone frosting just like the traditional filling, and to finish, we generously dust cocoa powder over the top. —Margaret Knoebel, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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St. Patrick’s Day Cupcakes
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These St. Patrick's Day cupcakes go super-quick. The pistachio pudding mix gives them a mild flavor and their pretty pastel color makes them a perfect dessert for this lively holiday. —Kathy Meyer, Almond, Wisconsin
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Lemon Coconut Cupcakes
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Lemon plus coconut equals big smiles in this cupcake equation. These zesty gems are a hit with my family, friends and neighbors. —Debra Henderson, Booneville, Arkansas
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Carrot Cupcakes
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To try to get my family to eat more vegetables, I often hide nutritional foods inside sweet treats. Now we can have our cake and eat our vegetables too! —Doreen Kelly, Roslyn, Pennsylvania
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Key Lime Cupcakes
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I made these light, tangy cupcakes on a chilly day to remind me of our vacation in southern Florida, where Key lime pies are star attractions. —Jennifer Gilbert, Brighton, Michigan
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Boston Cream Cupcakes
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Boston cream cupcakes have been my favorite bakery treat since I was a child, so I put together this easy-to-make version. —Jeanne Holt, Mendota Heights, Minnesota
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Pink Cupcakes
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My daughter loves all things pink, so this recipe was just right for her birthday. Even my teenage son (not a fan of pink) ate his share too. —Paulette Smith, Winston-Salem, North Carolina
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Vegan Chocolate Cupcakes
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These indulgent vegan chocolate cupcakes have no butter, eggs or dairy milk, but you'd never guess it. This recipe is perfect for potlucks and family gatherings that include guests with food restrictions. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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Green Velvet Cupcakes
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These festive green velvet cupcakes are my St. Patrick's Day twist on old-fashioned red velvet cupcakes. They're super moist and tender with the perfect amount of tang from the cream cheese frosting. —Lauren Habermehl, Pewaukee, Wisconsin
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Banana Pudding Cupcakes
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I'm from the south, where everyone loves banana pudding. I also love cupcakes, so this is an amazing way to have a special treat of both at the same time! —Lori Johnson, Alex City, Alabama
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Oreo Cupcakes
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Kids and adults alike will find these Oreo cupcakes irresistible. If you want to pipe the frosting, be sure to thoroughly crush the cookies. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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Strawberry Cupcakes with Whipped Cream Frosting
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Fresh strawberries are full of water, so they have a tendency to weigh down cake batters and make soggy cakes. That’s why these strawberry cupcakes rely on strawberry jam or preserves. The concentrated flavor is just right for light and tender cupcakes. —Lisa Kaminski, Wauwatosa, Wisconsin
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Arnold Palmer Cupcakes
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These fun cupcakes take a favorite Arnold Palmer recipe and turn it into dessert. Add a slice of lemon on top for a puckery finish. —Jessee Arriaga, Reno, Nevada
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Aloha Cupcakes
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A friend asked me to make a coconut and pineapple cupcake for a gathering she was hosting. Everyone agreed that this beauty took them to the tropics. The macadamia nuts are completely optional (the friend happens to be allergic), and the cupcakes are still fantastic without them. —Shannon Dobos, Calgary, Alberta
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Strawberry Cupcakes
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These cupcakes are the perfect use for fresh strawberries you have stored. Instead of strawberry jam or Jell-O powder, they feature the natural color and flavor of vibrant, fresh berries. Pair the cupcakes with a pale pink strawberry frosting, or use your favorite. Either way, they’re sure to impress! —Molly Allen, Hood River, Oregon
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Carrot Blueberry Cupcakes
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Carrots, blueberries, pineapple and zucchini make an interesting and delicious combination in these unique little treats.—Patricia Kile, Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania.
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Lemon Cream Cupcakes
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Instead of a layer cake, serve guests these delicate cupcakes tinged with a tangy lemon flavor. —Ruth Ann Stelfox, Raymond, Alberta
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Brownie Cupcakes
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It’s fun to make these individual brownie cupcakes with a chocolaty surprise inside. My goddaughter asked me to make them for her birthday to share with classmates at school. She requested 32 treats. I later found out she needed only 27. I wonder where the other five went! —Pamela Lute, Mercersburg, Pennsylvania
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Cherry Cheese Cupcakes
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These pretty cream cheese cups that look like cupcakes are always my home-baked contribution to our church's Christmas party. The holidays inspired the cheery garnish of cherries, and I often add mint leaves for even more seasonal color. —Leanne Beagley, Rochester, New York
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Pina Colada Cupcakes
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These Pina Colada Cupcakes are fun and colorful for picnics! They can be served as cupcakes or cut into cubes and layered into individual dishes to make mini trifles. —Jennifer Gilbert, Brighton, Michigan
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Vanilla Bean Cupcakes
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My son loves these vanilla bean cupcakes! Flecks of vanilla bean in the moist, tender cupcakes give them special-occasion status. —Alysha Braun, St. Catharines, Ontario
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Peanut Butter & Jelly Cupcakes
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My husband's love for classic peanut butter and jelly inspired this recipe. The strawberry buttercream and peanut butter frosting are a delicious combination. —Kelly McCrea, North Kingsville, Ohio
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Coconut Dream Cupcakes
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My daughter, Elizabeth, came up with this incredible recipe. The cream cheese in the middle is a fun surprise when someone takes their first bite. —Julie Flournoy, Laurelville, OH
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Chocolate-Coconut Angel Cupcakes
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My guests are never satisfied with just one of these, but that's OK because they are so light. The meringue-like tops make them different, and the chocolate and coconut make them memorable. —Bernice Janowski, Stevens Point, Wisconsin
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Pineapple Upside-Down Cupcakes
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I have baked cupcakes for years. These easy to make treats make an attractive dessert for special occasions. —Barbara Hahn, Park Hills, Missouri
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Key Lime Pie Cupcakes
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I bake over 200 of these cupcakes for our church suppers, and we always run out. If you can't find Key lime juice, use lime juice. Just add a tad more sugar. —Julie Herrera-Lemler, Rochester, Minnesota
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Nana’s Chocolate Cupcakes with Mint Frosting
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Even though Nana is no longer with us, her treats bring me so much joy every time I bake them. For a more indulgent version, double the frosting and pile it on high! —Chekota Hunter, Cassville, Missouri
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Berry-Topped White Cupcakes
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Guests just love these yummy white cupcakes that are topped with a cream cheese frosting. The strawberry-blueberry garnish makes them the perfect treat for a patriotic-themed party on Memorial Day or Fourth of July. —Judy Kenninger, Brownsburg, Indiana
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Zucchini Cupcakes
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I asked my grandmother for this recipe after trying these irresistible spice cupcakes at her home. I love their creamy caramel frosting. They're such a scrumptious dessert, you actually forget you're eating your vegetables, too! —Virginia Lapierre, Greensboro Bend, Vermont
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Coconut Cupcakes
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I took these yummy treats to a picnic for our computer club one year, and they went like hotcakes! I should have made a double batch. With their creamy frosting and sprinkling of coconut, they appeal to kids and adults alike. —Judy Wilson, Sun City West, Arizona
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Carrot Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting
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I love to serve lighter desserts that will satisfy those with a sweet tooth. I make these every Christmas Eve, but they're marvelous any time of the year. —Sara Pleso, Sparta Tennessee.
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Chocolate Macaroon Cupcakes
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A delightful coconut and ricotta cheese filling is hidden inside these chocolate cupcakes. —Dolores Skrout, Summerhill, Pennsylvania
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Coconut Tres Leches Cupcakes
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Three types of milk wonderfully moisten these cupcakes. Toasted coconut on top adds an elegant touch. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
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Marshmallow-Filled Banana Cupcakes
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A friend gave me this recipe when I first moved into my neighborhood 40 years ago. It might seem more time consuming than it is, but it's easy and the results are incredible. —Monique Caron, Buxton, Maine
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Creme de Menthe Cupcakes
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We use creme de menthe liqueur (the term means 'mint cream' in French) to add a cool touch to these impressive mascarpone-frosted cupcakes. —Keri Whitney, Castro Valley, California
