Want to make something sweet for a party? Cupcakes are the perfect DIY choice! We’ve found you 40 terrific cupcakes to admire, with scrumptious recipes & directions to follow. Most are great for beginning DIY-ers to do & get terrific results. A few are ideal for more intermediate or advanced DIY-ers. So we know you’ll find that cupcake that is not only sweet, but that your family & friends say “Wow!” when they see them.
One of the great things about cupcakes, is that it is so easy to make a dessert for everyone to enjoy at the party. Most recipes make about 24 cupcakes, if you need more, you can always double or triple the recipe. Or consider making 2 different types of cupcakes, which always looks pretty.
Cupcakes are easy to customize, as you can change the flavors and colors as you wish. So if you’d prefer to make strawberry cupcakes instead of vanilla, this is quite simple to do. What a great way to put a smile on the birthday girl or boy’s face, DIY-ing cupcakes in their favorite flavor, or adding other customizations like fun candy toppings!
So, let’s get started! Happy DIY-ing!
How to Make Ruffle Flower Cupcakes
Love dahlias and chrysanthemums? DIY these pretty flower cupcakes!
From JennyCookies
Cookie Monster Cupcakes
Cookie monster fan? DIY these fun cupcakes.
From CupcakeDiariesBlog
Zoo Animal Cupcakes
Aren’t they adorable? Zoo animal cupcakes!
From PoshInProgress
How to Make Easy DIY Unicorn Cupcakes
Love unicorns? These are super easy to DIY too!
From Tikkido
how to Mermaid Cupcakes
Mermaid fan? DIY these great cupcakes for your next party.
From BeingLibby
Sesame Street Cupcakes
Is your little boy or girl having a birthday party? These are the cupcakes you’ll want to DIY!
From CakeCentral
Unicorn Cupcakes
Aren’t these sweet? DIY these fun cupcakes.
From MyKidsLickTheBowl
Easy Farm Animal Cupcakes
Look at these super cute farm cupcakes! DIY these for your next kids party!
From BlueIStyleBlog
Strawberries and Cream Cupcakes
Aren’t these sweet? Strawberry cupcakes.
From ALatteFood
Easy Make at Home Corgi Cupcakes
Love corgis? DIY these yummy cupcakes.
From TheDapple
How to Make Mermaid Cupcakes
So much fun! Bright & colorful mermaid cupcakes.
From Cosmopolitan
Flamingo Cupcakes
Flamingo fan? DIY these sweet cupcakes.
From PartyIdeasUK
Pink Champagne Cupcakes
What fun for a bridal shower or another “over 21” party! Champagne cupcakes.
From RecipeGirl
Shark Week Inspired Cupcakes
Such fun cupcakes! Great for a summer party.
From TammiLeeTips
Perfect Dozen Cupcake Bouquet
Why, these look like you need to put them in a vase! Such lovely flower cupcakes.
Buttercream Blossoms
So delightful! Cupcakes in bloom.
From BakedBlooms
Pig Cupcakes
Perfect for a beginner baker. These are super cute, an easy DIY.
From PartyPinching
Dinosaur Cupcakes
Dino-themed party? DIY these super cute cupcakes.
From TwoSistersCrafting
Jungle Animal Cupcakes
Super cute! DIY these for a kid’s birthday party.
From BettyCrocker
Leprechaun Cookie Cupcakes
Celebrating St. Patrick’s Day? DIY these fun cupcakes.
From PartyPinching
DIY Succulent Cupcakes
Do you love succulents? DIY these cupcakes for your next party!
From ThinkMakeShareBlog
Dino Bites
Does your family love dinosaurs? DIY these fun cupcakes.
From Parents
Easy DIY Peppa Pig Party Food Ideas
Does your kids love Peppa Pig? DIY these adorable cupcakes.
From BrownieBites
Jungle Animal Cupcakes
Such cute animals! Perfect for your child’s birthday party.
From Instructables
Pig Cupcakes
Aren’t these adorable? Sweet lil’ pig cupcakes!
From SweetCakesByLynetta
Marshmallow Flowers Cupcakes
Marshmallow fan? DIY these pretty flower cupcakes.
From CoolCreativity
Minion Cupcakes
Minion fans in your house? DIY these fun cupcakes!
From BettyCrocker
Barnyard Cupcakes
Is your kid having a farm themed party? Here are the perfect cupcakes to DIY.
From PartyPinching
Lion Cupcakes
Perfect for a kid’s birthday party! A big cake surrounded by cupcakes, creating a cute lion’s face.
From UsingMainlySpoons
How to Make DIY Cactus Cupcakes
Love cacti? DIY these pretty cupcakes!
Flower Cupcake
Perfect for a birthday party or bridal shower. Such lovely cupcakes!
From Cake.Corriere
Easy Lion Cupcakes
Roar! These cupcakes are yummy!
Succulent Cupcakes Recipe
Aren’t these adorable? DIY them if you love succulents.
From Delish
Buttercream Flower Cupcakes Tutorial
Aren’t these pretty? DIY these sweet cupcake flowers.
From AvalonCakeSchool
Bouquet of a dozen red roses cupcakes
Perfect for Valentine’s Day! These roses will last until you’re ready for a treat.
From BakedBlooms
DIY Flower Cupcake Bouquet
Want to give someone a sweet bouquet? DIY this with tempting cupcakes!
From 4theloveoffoodblog
Flower Gallery Cupcakes
So bright & colorful! Here’s a variety of flower cupcakes.
From Wilton
Succulent Garden
Aren’t these beautiful? Cupcakes that create a garden scene.
From BakedBlooms
Floral Frosting Cupcakes
Why, they look so real you might have to plant them! Lovely variety of flower cupcakes.
From SugarAndCharm
DIY Cupcake Bouquet
So cute!!! Perfect for a baby shower or bridal shower.
From SeeVanessaCraft