50 Best Valentine's Day Cupcakes to Make for Your Sweetheart
Baking with love is the sweetest gift of all!
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When Valentine's Day rolls around, everyone is faced with the same question: How do you express your love? A sweet DIY card written with Valentine's Day quotes is always a classic. You can always pair that with a box of Valentine's Day chocolates from the supermarket. But if you're like Ree Drummond, you probably want to actually make something a bit more thoughtful—or should we say, bake something. Serve up these adorable Valentine's Day cupcakes as a sweet gift made with lots of love. Here, you'll find classics like red velvet recipes and chocolate desserts; plus, more flavors your sweetheart adores!
Looking to stick to the classics? You can't go wrong with the strawberry cupcakes, pink velvet cupcakes, or even Ree Drummond's basic chocolate cupcakes topped with pink and red sprinkles. If you want to try something a little more daring, the cupcake bouquet or raspberry buttercream roses are sure to be a hit. Cooking a romantic Valentine's Day dinner this year? There's no better way to finish the meal than with the dark chocolate cupcakes for two—it's a small batch with big flavor! Whether you're looking to surprise your partner with a Valentine's Day dessert or you're in need of a fun Valentine's Day activity to bake with the kids, these cute cupcake confections will satisfy any sweet tooth!
Strawberry Cupcakes
Naturally pretty in pink, these cupcakes are so berry delicious thanks to both fresh berries and preserves in every single bite. Use pink cupcake liners, too, for the ultimate color coordination.
Get the Strawberry Cupcakes recipe.
Valentine's Day Cupcakes
Picture nostalgic Hostess cupcakes with a sweet-tart twist! These chocolate cupcakes are filled with a raspberry creme, which not only tastes delicious, but results in a perfectly romantic color, too.
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Lemon Cupcakes with Lavender Frosting
Is there any combo more romantic than lemon and lavender? Gosh, they just sound pretty together. A delicate floral frosting is spread over fluffy lemon cake and garnished with the purple flower. These are perfect for a romantic date night or Galentine's Day!
Caramel Macchiato Cupcakes
If you have a coffee fiend in your life, they're guaranteed to love this coffee shop-inspired treat. The chocolate cupcakes are made with brewed coffee and topped with a decadent espresso buttercream and drizzles of caramel. Totally swoon-worthy!
Get the Caramel Macchiato Cupcakes recipe.
Champagne Cupcakes
While you pop some bubbly to celebrate your love, share a festive cupcake to match! These easy golden treats are made with boxed vanilla cake mix that you whisk together with sparkling wine and top with buttercream and sprinkles.
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Double Lemon Cupcakes
Lighten up with something bright and lemony! Both the cupcake and frosting bring a perfect, delicate mix of sweet and tart. To make it extra festive, sub out the candied lemon peel garnish with a conversion heart candy instead.
Get Ree's Double Lemon Cupcakes recipe.
Mocha Cupcakes
Ree loves her morning coffee, so it's only natural she'd come up with a delicious treat to match. These cupcakes get their rich flavor from a frosting infused with coffee extract and instant espresso powder. Place one bean in the center for a garnish, or use two to make a "heart" for the holiday.
Get Ree's Mocha Cupcakes recipe.
Dr Pepper Cupcakes
Ladd Drummond is a huge Dr Pepper fan, so he'll definitely love Ree's soda-infused cupcakes! The soda makes the cake extra fluffy, while dried cherries and a pinch of pumpkin spice help balance the flavors.
Get Ree's Dr Pepper Cupcakes recipe.
Cookies 'n' Creme Cupcakes
You don't need to travel to Pawhuska to taste these Mercantile Bakery bestsellers. Atop the rich chocolate cake, milk's favorite cookie is dunked into a frosting swirled with Oreo goodness.
Get Ree's Cookies 'n' Creme Cupcakes recipe.
Key Lime Cupcakes
Shhh! The secret to these citrus-y cupcakes is...boxed cake mix! Key lime juice is swirled into the cake and frosting, which makes each bite a bit of heaven.
Get Ree's Key Lime Cupcakes recipe.
Chocolate Crème Cupcakes
Anyone else recognize that classic swirled pattern? These beauties are inspired by the original Hostess cupcakes! They're chocolate on chocolate, which makes them an extra sweet treat for cocoa fans.
Get Ree's Chocolate Crème Cupcakes recipe.
Marble Cupcakes
Exciting news, bakers—you can make marbled cupcakes from only one batch of cake batter! Simply make a base vanilla batter, set some aside, and add cocoa powder to the rest. If you want a Valentine's Day flair, add a pop of red dye to the vanilla or top it with pink sprinkles.
Get the Marble Cupcakes recipe.
Chocolate Cupcake
Keep it simple with an easy chocolate cupcake recipe. You can make a cream cheese frosting, chocolate frosting, or whatever else you'd like to top them!
Get Ree's Chocolate Cupcake recipe.
Fondant-Covered Cupcakes
Working with fondant may seem intimidating, but leave it to Ree to make it approachable and fun! Underneath is a simple yet delicious chocolate cupcake recipe with vanilla buttercream.
Get Ree's Fondant-Covered Cupcakes recipe.
Buttercream Rose Valentine Cupcakes
Making buttercream roses takes a bit of practice, but they are well worth the effort! This recipe calls for a raspberry Swiss meringue buttercream, which is silky smooth and very easy to pipe.
Red Velvet Cupcakes with White Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting
These fluffy red velvet cupcakes are guaranteed to impress your Valentine. Heart sprinkles add a festive touch, but don't worry if you don't have them. The cupcakes are red enough!
Get the Red Velvet Cupcakes with White Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting recipe at A Classic Twist.
Cupcake Bouquet
Instead of a bouquet of flowers, try your hand at a bouquet of cupcakes instead! This fun project will take a bit of piping skills but it's easier than it looks.
Fudgy Dark Chocolate Cupcakes for Two
There's no need to make a big batch of cupcakes when you're baking for two. This recipe is perfectly portioned to deliver two cupcakes for you and your Valentine.
Get the Fudgy Dark Chocolate Cupcakes recipe at The Baker Chick.
Pink Velvet Cupcakes
If you're a fan of pastels and all things pink, try these cute cupcakes instead of the usual red velvet.
Lemon Raspberry Cupcakes
While these cupcakes have the perfect pink look for Valentine's Day, the citrus flavor will remind you of the warmer days to come!
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