If you're ready to turn your kitchen into a festive workshop of sugary delights, you're in the right place. This is your golden ticket to mastering the art of Christmas cupcakes – those little bundles of joy that can make even the Grinch grin. From classic flavors that scream nostalgia to creative twists that will have your taste buds doing the happy dance, we've got the recipes that will make you the MVP of this year's holiday gatherings. So, grab your apron, preheat that oven, and let's sprinkle some Christmas magic into your baking routine!
Cinnamon Cupcakes
Cinnamon cupcakes are a delectable treat that exudes a heavenly aroma and delights the palate with a perfect balance of sweetness and warm spice.
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Hot Chocolate Cupcakes
This winter, treat yourself and loved ones to some decadent Hot Chocolate Cupcakes. With a moist cupcake that uses real hot chocolate powder and a light, gooey marshmallow frosting, you won’t be able to resist this seasonal dessert!
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Christmas Tree Cupcakes
These Christmas tree cupcakes brim with seasonal magic. It’s a December tradition to assemble these elegant treats that look like evergreen trees. These Christmas desserts ring in the holidays with festive joy and cheer!
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Cinnamon Cupcakes with Cinnamon Buttercream
Cinnamon is the spice of all spices, and these cinnamon cupcakes with cinnamon buttercream frosting effortlessly uphold its reputation. They have a plush, delicate, cinnamon-infused crumb and are topped with a rich and velvety cinnamon buttercream frosting, that makes reaching for seconds easy.
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Eggnog Cupcakes
ump into the holiday season with these Eggnog Cupcakes, topped with a smooth Ermine buttercream and decorated with pearls to create the perfect holiday cupcakes.
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Gingerbread Cupcake
These gingerbread cupcakes with notes of ginger, molasses, and spices are the most sensational holiday ginger cupcakes you will ever have!! They’re soft and moist with plenty of complex spiced notes and a creamy vanilla and maple buttercream frosting. These holiday cupcakes are perfect for parties, school bake sales, to give as gifts, or to leave out for Santa!
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Christmas Lights Cupcakes
Consider making these fun Christmas lights cupcakes to add a dash of electric holiday fun to your dessert table! These adorable Christmas light treats will have everyone at your Christmas party lighting up with delight.
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Chocolate Orange Cupcakes
These beautifully festive, rich and moist chocolate orange cupcakes are an ideal, special treat for all of your Christmas gatherings and celebrations! Made with light, yet moist and fudgy sponge and a topping of silky-smooth cream cheese frosting and candied orange peel.
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The BEST Gingerbread Cupcakes
Get in the holiday spirit with these festive gingerbread cupcakes! They are made with seasonal spices for the ultimate Christmas dessert. The cinnamon cream cheese frosting on top is the perfect complement. Serve these at your next holiday party!
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Cinnamon Cupcakes
This is the best cinnamon cupcakes recipe! These easy cinnamon cupcakes with cream cheese frosting are moist and delicious, and dusted with a perfect cinnamon sugar topping! They're an upgrade to a traditional vanilla cupcake and a MUST for cinnamon lovers!
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Chocolate Christmas Tree Cupcakes with Vanilla Buttercream Frosting
These Chocolate Christmas Tree Cupcakes are the cutest and most festive cupcakes ever! These delicious Christmas Tree Cupcakes are almost too pretty to eat, made with chocolate cake mix and homemade vanilla buttercream frosting.
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Snowman Christmas Cupcakes
It isn’t Christmas without some treats for the family to enjoy. The kids and I love to get into the kitchen to make cute desserts. These Snowman Christmas Cupcakes might be the cutest creation ever! They’re made from a white cake mix box, but decorated on top with an Oreo Cookie to look like a snowman wearing earmuffs.
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Cinnamon Cupcakes
A soft, sweet, and buttery cinnamon cake topped with a mound of cinnamon-flavored cream cheese frosting. A punch of spice in a cupcake that is versatile and can be served as part of different dessert and tea-time tables. The small cakes and the frosting can be made ahead.
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Chocolate Turtle Cupcakes
These chocolate turtle cupcakes begin with moist chocolate cake that's topped with homemade salted caramel and roasted pecans. Inspired by classic turtle candies, they're rich, decadent, and impressive for any occasion!
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Hi, I'm Karen Kelly a certified health coach, freelance food and travel writer, and blogger. At Seasonal Cravings, you will find delicious recipes and fun travel ideas.
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