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45 Delicious Cupcake Ideas That Are Perfect for Any Time of Year

These mini desserts are packed with personality.

PARKER FEIERBACH

If you're looking for an easy-to-bake treat for a delectable after-dinner dessert, everyone knows that cupcakes are great for any and all occasions — they're delicious, portable, and just plain fun to bake (and decorate)! But cupcakes are not just perfect for festive events like Valentine's Day and Easter parties — if we're being honest, we think we all deserve a taste of these scrumptious treats on the daily, and that's why we've rounded up some of the best cupcake ideas that are perfect for any time of year, no matter the party or get-together (or fun baking session!) you're hosting.

From gooey chocolate cupcakes to treats filled with sweet fruity goodness (and yes, some of them involve booze, too), these 45 creative cupcake ideas are definitely as delicious as they look. And whether you try your hand at a classic buttercream frosting or decide to go fancy with decadent rose petals and floral garnishes, these tasty cupcake recipes will easily have everyone's mouths watering — and will definitely make you MVP of the bake sale!

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PB & J Cupcakes

Skip the lunchbox sandwich and go straight to dessert with these nostalgic peanut butter and jelly cupcakes. Use your favorite jam flavor to make the frosting.

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Kahlúa Cupcakes

Okay, coffee-flavored liquor is one thing, but then adding it to Devil's Food cupcakes topped with chocolate ganache? Count us in immediately.

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Chocolate Merlot Cupcakes

Boozy cupcakes topped with cherry-red wine frosting for the the ultimate wine-and-chocolate pairing? Sign us up, like, ASAP.

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S'mores Cupcakes

The campfire is optional but these s'mores cupcakes, complete with toasted marshmallow on top, should be an absolutely necessity in your life.

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Mouse Cupcakes

If you're looking for something kid-friendly (or just plain fun!), these creative cupcakes made into cute mice designs are as adorable as they are delicious.

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Chocolate Sundae Cupcakes

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Pink Lemonade Cupcakes

Turn your favorite pink drink into a seriously adorable cupcake that combines the best two things: sweet strawberries and tart lemon juice!

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Sorting Hat Cupcakes

Wait, cupcakes that are topped with Hershey kiss sorting hats and can tell us our Hogwarts house with colored frosting when you take a bite? Take us to Hogwarts ASAP!

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Tulip Cupcakes

It doesn't have to be spring to make these adorable floral cupcakes — just top them off with a heavenly cream cheese buttercream frosting and a tiny tulip cookie.

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Ferrero Rocher Stuffed Cupcakes

For chocolate-and-hazelnut lovers, this cupcake recipe made with Ferrero Rocher chocolates is an absolute dream.

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Pistachio Cupcakes With Pink Champagne Frosting

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Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cupcakes

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Ultimate Ice Cream Chocolate Cupcakes

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Caramel Pecan Carrot Cupcakes

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Chocolate Lover's Cupcakes

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Champagne Cupcakes With Pomegranate Champagne Frosting

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Boston Cream Pie Cupcakes

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Bonkers Awesome Candy Bar Cupcakes

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Curious George Banana Cupcakes

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One-Bowl Vegan Funfetti Cupcakes

Gabriella Vigoreaux Assistant Food Editor How long she's been at GHI: Since February 2015!

Hannah Jeon Editorial Fellow Hannah is an editorial fellow at Good Housekeeping, where she loves to cover home, health, entertainment, and other lifestyle content.

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