Mini or mighty, one in a jar, for the best cupcake recipe you needn't look that far.&nbsp;Vanilla, Oreo, Biscoff? Chocoholics, all hail the 5* <a href="/recipes/mary-berry-chocolate-cupcakes">Mary Berry chocolate cupcake recipe</a>.&nbsp;Keep kids busy with <a href="/recipes/chocolate-cake-pops">cake pops</a> and <a href="/recipes/fairy-cakes">fairy cakes</a>. We even have <a href="/recipes/feta-cheese-and-herb-cupcakes">savoury cupcakes</a> to jazz up lunchtime. 
 
Mad about muffins? From blueberry to banana muffin recipes; the tastiest way to sneak in your 5 a day. <a href="/recipes/gluten-free-chocolate-and-cherry-muffins">Gluten free muffins</a>, <a href="/recipes/vegan-blueberry-muffins">vegan muffins</a>, you will be spoilt for choice.

Nutella Cupcakes with glass bottle of milk in the background

Cupcakes and muffins both have a place in our hearts and they’re similar in looks and how they’re baked. Here are our favourite cupcake and muffin recipes.

Cupcakes and Muffin Recipes

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Ice Cream & Lollies

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Scone and Shortcake Recipes

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This easy chocolate cupcake recipe was created by Mary Berry, and creates&nbsp;rich, indulgent cupcakes that are easy to achieve in your own kitchen.
Whether you're looking for simple chocolate fairy cakes for a party or an easy chocolate cupcake recipe for everyday baking, this Mary Berry chocolate cupcake recipe is soon to be your go-to recipe for 5-star rich, gorgeously-moreish cupcakes every time.&nbsp;
In just half an hour, this quick and easy cupcake recipe will make a delicious batch of 12 delicious chocolate cupcakes, ready to pipe with your favourite topping. We love whipping up an easy <a href="https://www.bakingmad.com/recipes/salted-chocolate-buttercream">Chocolate Buttercream </a>flavoured with rich cocoa powder for a satisfying chocolatey hit! So go ahead, treat yourself to a little slice of chocolate heaven – you deserve it.
If you love quick and simple cupcakes, then why not give some of our other cupcake recipes a go? Try our <a href="https://www.bakingmad.com/recipes/chocolate-chip-cupcakes">Chocolate Chip Cupcakes</a> for an easy twist on traditional <a href="https://www.bakingmad.com/recipes/triple-vanilla-cupcakes">Vanilla Cupcakes</a>. If you’re a&nbsp;Nutella fan, our <a href="https://www.bakingmad.com/recipes/nutella-cupcakes">Nutella Cupcakes</a> are always a winner for family and friends.
<h3>How to make Halloween cupcakes:</h3>
Turn your Mary Berry chocolate cupcakes into spooky Halloween treats with just a few easy steps! Use Silver Spoon’s chocolate fudge icing sugar and follow the instructions on the pack to whip up the smoothest, most delicious chocolate buttercream. For a fun bat design, top each cupcake with an Oreo for the body, and pipe black and white icing to create little bat eyes. It’s cute, creepy, and absolutely delicious!
<h3>How to make Christmas cupcakes:</h3>
Transform our versatile Mary Berry chocolate cupcakes recipe into adorable Christmas cupcakes. Simply add some edible eyes, a small ball of red fondant icing (or red smartie) and some broken pretzels for antlers and you have the cutest Christmas reindeer cupcakes. Alternatively, crushed up some candy canes and sprinkle on top for a simple, yet indulgent looking Christmas treat.&nbsp;
<h3>How to decorate chocolate cupcakes:</h3>
These rich chocolate cupcakes are perfect to decorate for any occasion, all year round. Simply top with chocolate buttercream, then add Mini Eggs. Alternatively, add a quarter of a teaspoon of Hundreds And Thousands to the top of each cupcake's buttercream topping.
<h3>How to make your&nbsp;cupcakes moist and fluffy:</h3>
If you want your cupcakes to stay moist for longer, brush your cooled sponges with a simple sugar syrup made from two parts granulated sugar to one part boiling water. After you’ve added the sugar syrup, top the cupcakes with your buttercream icing and enjoy.
<h3>Why Bake Mary Berry’s Chocolate Cupcakes?</h3>
⭐Ready in under an hour
⭐Ideal for last-minute gatherings and parties
⭐Brilliant for getting the kids involved

Mary Berry Chocolate Cupcakes

These banana and chocolate chip muffins are deliciously moist, and the sweet, sticky combination of banana and chocolate is divine.
Taking just 15 minutes to prepare and only 25 minutes to bake, this is a simple pleasure and great for sharing with family and friends.
If you love fruity-flavoured muffins, give our <a href="https://www.bakingmad.com/recipes/banana-muffins">banana muffin recipe</a> a go - they’re perfect as a mid-afternoon pick-me-up!
<h3>Reasons to bake:</h3>
⭐Perfect to introduce kids to baking
⭐Ready to serve in just 40 minutes
⭐Ideal last-minute bake for parties and picnics

Banana and Chocolate Chip Muffins

Our simple fairy cake recipe gives you soft, delicate and delicious cupcakes, drizzled in smooth, deliciously-sweet Silver Spoon <a href="https://www.bakingmad.com/recipes/glace-icing">Glace Icing</a>. These cupcakes make a great treat for birthdays, or a fun recipe to get the kids involved in baking.
Not only are they simple to make, but they’re also fun to decorate, letting you and your children get creative. We like ours with icing and sprinkled with hundreds &amp; thousands, but you can get creative and try fairy cakes with chocolate chips, lemon drizzle, or <a data-item-id="02f6382a-d0f5-58f7-8c17-0acd82570e30" href="">buttercream icing</a>.
<h3>How to keep your fairy cakes moist</h3>
If your fairy cakes are too dry, you may be baking them for too long, or on too high a heat. We bake ours at 170°C (fan 150°C, gas mark 3) for 15-20 minutes. You should check them after 15 minutes to see if they’re cooked, then put them back in the oven if they aren’t.
You can check to see if they’re done by gently inserting a thin metal skewer into the centre of the cakes - if it comes out clean, they’re cooked through.
<h3>How to make your fairy cakes soft and fluffy</h3>
If your fairy cakes aren’t coming out fluffy, you may need to use more raising agent; in this case, Allinson's Self-Raising White Flour.
<h3>How to make sure your fairy cakes rise</h3>
If your fairy cakes are dipping in the middle, this is likely due to your cake batter being too moist, so it ‘collapses’ once you bake it. You may also have your oven on too low a temperature, which will cause your cupcakes to bake unevenly.
You should also avoid opening the oven door once your fairy cakes are baking, as this releases the heat from the oven, which can also cause them to sink.

Fairy Cakes Recipe

These vegan chocolate cupcakes are free from dairy and egg. They are so easy to make and produce a really rich, velvety smooth texture and flavour. Whether you're vegan or not, these cupcakes will be part of your go-to recipes as they are so easy and tasty to make.&nbsp;

Vegan Chocolate Cupcakes

Want a cupcake fix, without having to bake loads of cupcakes? Rather than be left with lots of leftover cupcakes (rare, we know!) why not try our half batch recipe. Perfect for afternoon tea for two, a mid-week pick me up, or just because.&nbsp;

Half Batch Cupcakes

You'd never believe these gorgeously-sweet chocolate muffins are gluten free, but they are! Go on, give them a try...

Gluten-Free Chocolate Muffins

Calling all Biscoff fans! This Biscoff cupcake recipe is a real game changer. Soft vanilla cupcake topped and filled&nbsp;with a beautifully light Biscoff buttercream, this recipe is definitely one you will want to save and bake time and time again.

Biscoff Cupcakes

These ginger cupcakes really are an all-year crowd pleaser, whether it's with a cup of tea or sharing with loved ones at Christmas time. 
 
Topped with lashings of buttercream flavoured with Billington's light muscovado and cinnamon, and drizzled with sticky toffee sauce, what's not to love?
If you're all about cinnamon, spice and all things nice, we think you'll love our <a data-item-id="4b85e930-c555-57e9-80cb-ffb3f04221ee" href="">cinnamon rolls</a> or maybe try something a little more challenging with our<a data-item-id="f0ee3a62-81d8-5095-a085-61933502fee5" href=""> cinnamon spiced tear and share bread</a>...

Ginger Cupcake Recipe

Enjoy the simple things in life. Like the perfect vanilla cupcake. Make Nielsen-Massey's easy vanilla cupcake recipe, your go-to cupcake of choice. With the lightest, fluffy vanilla sponge topped with the smoothest, vanilla buttercream, you are on to a winner.
<h3>Why Bake Our Vanilla Cupcakes?&nbsp;</h3>
Light and moreish, this is just what you are looking for in a fluffy vanilla cupcake recipe. You are definitely going to want to snuffle more than one of these vanilla cupcakes, for research purposes obviously… 
 
Sneak a peek at our <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfNOC9Mfsog" title="How to make vanilla cupcakes">‘how to make vanilla cupcakes’</a> video for extra tips and find out below how you can make our delicious easy vanilla cupcakes from scratch!
 
Tips for making the best homemade vanilla cupcakes: 
 
1. Do not overfill your cupcakes 
For the perfect-shaped cupcake with a lovely golden dome, only fill 2/3 to 3/4 of the way up the cupcake liner. If it's too full it looks messy and sometimes, it can even sink.&nbsp;As a rule, we say it's better to underfill rather than overfill. 
 
2. Best buttercream for cupcakes 
We recommend using our delicious vanilla <a data-item-id="02f6382a-d0f5-58f7-8c17-0acd82570e30" href="">buttercream recipe</a>, but if you're after something a little different on top of your vanilla cupcakes, try out our <a data-item-id="9e283dc4-6386-57a3-b79f-1979ee83461c" href="">citrus buttercream</a> or <a data-item-id="e7750934-e4bf-59a0-bf85-d3283ed9b73e" href="">maple buttercream</a>. 
 
3. How do I store my vanilla cupcakes? 
Once your cupcakes are cool, get them into an airtight container as soon as possible. Cupcakes can last for around 4 days before losing their freshness. Cupcakes with buttercream/frosting on top will need to be stored in the fridge.
If you loved this bake, check out our full selection of <a href="https://www.bakingmad.com/recipes/categories/cupcakes-and-muffins/cupcakes">cupcake recipes</a> that will not disappoint.
We have our our 5-star favourite&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bakingmad.com/recipes/mary-berry-chocolate-cupcakes">Mary Berry Chocolate cupcake</a>&nbsp;recipe. Our hidden&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bakingmad.com/recipes/rainbow-pinata-cupcakes">rainbow piñata</a>, <a href="https://www.bakingmad.com/recipes/strawberry-cupcakes">strawberry cupcakes</a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bakingmad.com/recipes/strawberry-and-prosecco-cupcakes">strawberry prosecco cupcakes</a> are delicious bakes. Or switch up the colour with our <a href="https://www.bakingmad.com/recipes/valentines-red-velvet-cupcakes">red velvet</a>, <a href="https://www.bakingmad.com/recipes/green-velvet-cupcakes">green velvet</a> and <a href="https://www.bakingmad.com/recipes/pink-champagne-cupcakes">pink champagne cupcakes</a>.

Vanilla Cupcake Recipe

Gift your loved one this Valentine's Day with these beautifully-rich red velvet cupcakes. Simply decorate with buttercream and your last Rolo; how romantic!

Red Velvet Cupcakes

These are easy midweek baking, making good use of &nbsp;delicious eating apples. Add a pinch of black pepper for a more grown up flavour to tingle the palate.

Spiced Apple Muffins

What do you get when you cross ice cream cones with cupcakes? Every child's dream come true.

Ice Cream Cone Cupcakes

Muffins are the perfect on the go snack, breakfast treat or simply yummy cake to enjoy with a cup of tea. We have taken one of the nations favourite bakes - the cherry bakewell and turned it into a delicious muffin.

Bakewell Muffins

Who says muffins have to be sweet? These savoury muffins are fabulous for a special breakfast, spot of lunch or a picnic snack.

Cheese, Bacon and Tomato Muffins

Give your favourite <a href="https://www.bakingmad.com/recipes/vanilla-cupcakes">vanilla cupcake recipe</a> the rainbow treatment with our cute rainbow pinata cupcakes. These cupcakes are filled with a hidden centre of rainbow sprinkles to give a sweet surprise to all those who take a bite. They make adorable party cakes for a children's birthday party or simply just a yummy bake to brighten up a gloomy day. We've also added a classic video above with some handy tips on getting your cupcakes to come out evenly.&nbsp;
Top Tip: For a shortcut way to fluffy, creamy buttercream you can use the Silver Spoon Creamy Vanilly Icing Sugar to whip up your icing filling for the Pinata Cupcakes.

Rainbow Pinata Cupcakes

Try these delicious carrot cake cupcakes with a gorgeous cream cheese icing. 
 
If cream cheese is your thing, try our our delicious <a data-item-id="a2275e08-a2d2-56ce-9289-b38c1dfc7edb" href="">chocolate cake with cream cheese filling</a>!

Carrot Cupcake with Cream Cheese Icing

&nbsp; These cappuccino cupcakes has&nbsp;such a simple but tremendously tasty recipe. These cupcakes are a match made in heaven for coffee lovers and will also go down a treat at your coffee mornings. This recipe was created for the 2013 edition of The Little Book of Treats.&nbsp;The Little Book of Treats is produced by Macmillan Cancer Support and 100% of the proceeds go towards helping people affected by cancer. &nbsp; &nbsp;

Cappuccino Cupcakes

The white chocolate and raspberries compliment each other beautifully in these tasty muffins.

White chocolate and raspberry ripple muffins 

These cupcakes not only look amazing but taste delicious too. Wow your friends with these beautiful cupcakes. This recipe was produced by Caroline Muspratt and features in the 2013 edition of &nbsp;The Little book of Treats. The Little Book of Treats is produced by Macmillan Cancer Support and 100% of the proceeds go towards helping people affected by cancer. &nbsp; &nbsp;

Toffee Popcorn Cupcakes

The black stuff, Irish Champagne, a pint of Plain; whatever you call Guinness you can't deny this is one iconic drink. If you are a fan, or baking for someone who love this drink then this is the bake for you. These sweet Guinness infused chocolate cupcakes are topped with a smooth and light Bailey buttercream to give the real Irish experience. These cupcakes make the perfect Father's Day gift or party treat for St Patricks Day celebrations.

Guinness Cupcakes

From scrumptious <a href="/recipes/brussels-sprout-cake-pops">sprouts</a> to yummy <a href="/recipes/yoda-cake-pops">Yoda’s</a> we have all sorts of crazy recipes for you to try your hand at. Cake pops make the best children’s party favours or edible gifts for all occasions. 
 
The yummiest way to use up cake cut-offs and leftovers, our cake pop recipes couldn’t be simpler. If the decoration side feels a bit too complicated, start with our easy <a href="/recipes/chocolate-cake-pops">chocolate cake pop</a> recipe.

Close up of Chocolate Cake Pops with a bite taken out. Coated in chocolate and sprinkles

Cake pops are a fun and tasty treat for the whole family. Our step-by-step recipes are easy to follow and perfect for the kids to get stuck into, too.

Cake Pops | Cake Pops Recipes

Cake pops recipes for kids

Cake Pops

Christmas cupcakes are always welcome after everyone’s had a chance to let their dinner go down - or as a centrepiece at your Christmas party. We’ve selected our pick of the best festive cupcakes which combine wintery, Christmassy flavours with fluffy sponge and smooth, sweet icing.
If you’ve got little ones who want to join in the baking fun, why not let them help out, and <a href="https://www.bakingmad.com/baking-tips/how-to-ice-a-cupcake-with-buttercream">ice your cupcakes</a>? Our <a href="https://www.bakingmad.com/recipes/buttercream-icing">buttercream icing</a> is quick and easy to make, and simple to pipe onto your cupcake creations. Try our <a href="https://www.bakingmad.com/recipes/salted-chocolate-buttercream">salted chocolate buttercream</a> for an ultra-festive twist on traditional buttercream icing, and top with a chunk of chocolate of your choice. Why not pop your favourite Quality Street on top for a super festive flavour?
Top tip - <a href="https://www.bakingmad.com/baking-tips/how-to-freeze-cupcakes">freeze your cupcakes</a> if you’re able to make them ahead of time to free up your kitchen, and minimise mess.&nbsp;

Top view of Christmas Cupcakes decorated in icing with santa, reindeers and stars

There’s nothing like a Christmas cupcake with a cup of tea - or even a mulled wine. Here’s our pick of the most festive cupcakes for your family and friends.

Easy Christmas Cupcake Recipes

Festive cupcake recipes for Christmas time

Christmas Cupcake Recipes

Making cupcakes from scratch couldn't be easier. Once you've mastered the basics, you'll no longer wonder how to make the perfect cupcake - you'll be too busy eating them all.
Keep it simple with a classic vanilla, or try our 5-star favourite <a href="/recipes/mary-berry-chocolate-cupcakes">Mary Berry Chocolate cupcake</a> recipe. Our hidden <a href="/recipes/rainbow-pinata-cupcakes">rainbow piñata</a> or <a href="/recipes/strawberry-and-prosecco-cupcakes">strawberry prosecco cupcakes</a> will not disappoint - or simply try our red velvet, green velvet and pink champagne cupcakes. 
 
We've got festive <a href="/recipes/christmas-tree-cupcakes">Christmas tree cupcakes</a>, and <a href="/recipes/spider-web-cupcakes">Spider Web cupcakes</a> for Halloween. Plus, our <a href="/recipes/giant-cupcake">giant cupcake</a> makes for the most incredible showstopper - why not give it a go?

Cupcakes will always be all the rage, especially with so many cupcake flavours to choose from. Learn how to make your own cupcakes from scratch!

Cupcake Recipes | Cupcake Ideas and Inspiration

Cupcake baking ideas and inspiration

Cupcake Recipes

If you're after the perfect Easter cupcake recipe, look for further - we have plenty of inspiration for bakers who want to create a perfect post-dinner treat. Our <a href="https://www.bakingmad.com/recipes/easter-bunny-cupcakes">Easter Bunny Cupcakes</a> will delight friends and family alike, and chocoholics will love our <a href="https://www.bakingmad.com/recipes/easter-chocolate-cupcakes">Easter Chocolate Cupcakes</a> topped with mini chocolate eggs. 
 
Or why not look at a timeless classic <a href="https://www.bakingmad.com/recipes/easter-chocolate-nests">Easter Nests Recipe</a>, a quick and easy recipe for the small and the big kids!
If you're after a more traditional bake, give our light, fruity <a href="https://www.bakingmad.com/recipes/simnel-cupcakes">Simnel Cupcakes</a> a whirl - or try our <a href="https://www.bakingmad.com/recipes/lemon-curd-cupcakes">Lemon Curd Cupcakes</a>. They're topped with soft peaks of meringue and can be ready in under an hour.&nbsp;

Chocolate cupcakes topped with chocolate icing and Cadbury's Mini Eggs

Our Easter cupcakes are perfect for a family get-together. Try our scrumptious Easter Bunny Cupcakes, or bake our Easter Lemon Cupcakes for a post-dinner treat.

Easter Cupcake Ideas and Recipes

Easter cupcake ideas and inspiration

Easter Cupcake Recipes

Fairy cakes are simple recipes for baking beginners, fun to bake with children or reminisce about your nostalgic first bake as a child. Whether it is <a href="/recipes/fairy-cakes">fairy cakes</a> dripping with icing or cute<a href="/recipes/butterfly-cakes"> butterfly cakes</a> with delicate sponge wings, a tin of these are sure to go down a treat. 
 
Just remember there is no such thing as too many sprinkles, so go wild with your fairy cakes.

Simple Fairy Cakes on a plate next to a box of Silver Spoon Icing Sugar, and a sliced cupcake in a cupcake case

Fairy cakes are light, fluffy and delicious in equal amount. Discover the variety of tasty fairy cake recipes at Baking Mad and get baking today

Fairy Cakes Recipes

There is something quite magical about a fairy cake

Fairy Cakes

Start your day with fresh <a href="/recipes/blueberry-muffins">blueberry muffins</a>, liven up your lunch with <a href="/recipes/cheese-tomato-and-courgette-muffins">cheese, tomato and courgette muffins</a> or indulge in a <a href="/recipes/chocolate-brownie-muffins">chocolate brownie muffin</a> for a true after-dinner delight. 
 
With less mixing and fewer decorations than a cupcake, muffin recipes are a great solution if you are looking for a quicker, yummy bake. Coeliacs and vegans will love our muffin recipes too; we've got vegan chocolate, cherry and blueberry muffin recipes ready to go.
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Close up of plant based blueberry and chai muffins, surrounded by fresh blueberries

Looking to bake your best-ever muffins? From classics like blueberry and chocolate chip to savoury muffins, try one of our easy muffin recipes today.