Easter is a time of renewal and fresh starts. Because it falls in spring, there are lots of color and theme choices when it comes to making Easter cupcakes. If you show up to your potluck, cupcakes in hand, you'll be everyone's hero. Here are all the options you need to make this year a stand out one that no one will ever forget your Easter cupcakes.
1. PEEPS Surprise inside Cupcakes
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Source: PEEPS® Chick Surprise-Inside Cupcakes
These are perfect if you're serving kids! They'll love the surprise inside.
2. Spring Butterflies
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Source: Top Tops! - Princess Pinky
It's not spring without butterflies, and these cupcakes are fun for Easter morning.
3. Cotton Candy Cupcakes
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Source: ohnuts.com
The colors here are what make these cupcakes so Easter worthy. I love how the frosting swirls together.
4. PEEPS Cupcakes
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Source: PEEPS Cupcakes - CincyShopper
Everyone loves Peeps candies, so these are sure to be a crowd pleaser.
5. In Champagne Flutes
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Source: Cupcakes in dollar store champagne
This set up makes it easy to give your guests a cupcake to eat on the road.
6. Easter Bunny
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Source: Easter Bunny Cupcakes
What could be a more perfect way to decorate your Easter cupcakes than bunnies?
7. Carrot Design
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Source: Easter Cupcakes and Treats with
These are super easy to make with orange and green M&M's.
8. Carrot Garden
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Source: Bunny’s Carrot Garden Easter Cupcakes
These are another surprise inside cupcake that are perfect for your Easter brunch.
9. Cross Cupcakes
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Source: Cross Cupcakes
Make a bunch of cupcakes and group them together to make a cross for Easter Sunday.
10. Spring Lambs
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Source: Little Lamb Cupcake Recipe
Aren't these adorable little sheep? They would be totally worth all the effort!
11. Speckled Easter Eggs
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Source: Speckled Easter Cupcakes
Simulate those delicious speckled eggs with these cupcakes.
12. Egg Carton Mini Cupcakes
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Source: Egg Carton Mini Cupcakes
An egg carton is the perfect container for serving Easter cupcakes.
13. Tiny Bird's Nest
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Source: Easter Cupcakes
Aren't these adorable? Would you serve them on Easter?
14. Bunny Ears
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Source: Adventures in Savings: HAPPY EASTER
This idea is super easy and looks totally adorable too.
15. Flower Bouquet
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Source: Mother’s Day Cupcake Bouquet
Not only do I love that these are served in a flower pot, but the colors are superb too.
16. Easter Friends
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Source: Paris Pastry: Easter Cupcakes
Here's another Easter friend that will make your holiday one to remember.
17. Egg Flowers
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Source: .....NINA'S RECIPES.....: EASTER CUPCAKES and
Use egg candies to make cute flowers on your cupcakes.
18. Bouquet of Cupcakes
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Source: We've Picked You Some Cupcake
Here's another bouquet of adorable Easter flower cupcakes.
19. Hydrangea Cupcakes
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Source: Bird's nests, Cadbury eggs and
Do you have mad decorating skills? You have to make these!
20. Marshmallows to Create Petals
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Source: How to make Marshmallow Flower
This is surprisingly easy to do and looks like you slaved for hours.
21. Carrot Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting
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Source: Whisk Kid: Spent - {Carrot
What could be more perfect for Easter than carrot cupcakes?
22. Egg Cupcakes
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Source: facebook.com
The tiny decorated eggs really make these cupcakes stand out. Love them!
23. Yellow Flowers
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Source: Individual Cakes- Juliet Stallwood Cakes
Easter is all about pastel colors and this yellow is a great choice!
24. Easter Bonnets
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Source: Pretty Bonnet Cupcakes at Joann.com
Don't want to wear your Easter bonnet? Put them on cupcakes instead.
Are you going to make Easter cupcakes this year? Which ones do you want to try?
Frequently Asked Questions
- What are some fun themes for Easter cupcakes?
- Oh, there are tons of adorable themes you could try! How about bunny faces, little chicks, or Easter egg nests? I love the idea of Easter bonnet cupcakes too; they're so cute and festive!
- How can I make my Easter cupcakes look super cute?
- Decorate away with pastel colors, sprinkles, and mini chocolates! You can use fun toppers like small bunnies or egg candies to give them that extra charm. Trust me, the cuter, the better!
- Do I need special ingredients for Easter cupcakes?
- Not necessarily! You can use your favorite cupcake recipe and then get creative with decorations. Maybe pick some fun, colorful icing or edible glitter. It’s all about making them look festive and delicious!
- What kind of frosting works best for Easter cupcakes?
- Honestly, it depends on your taste, but I personally love a good buttercream or cream cheese frosting. They’re easy to pipe and hold up well, especially if you’re adding lots of cute decorations!
- Can I make Easter cupcakes with kids?
- Absolutely! Kids will love decorating them. Just have some fun toppings and frostings ready, and let them go wild. It's such a fun activity to do together, and you'll surely end up with some unique cupcake creations!