These Delicious Valentine's Day Cupcakes Are the Best Way to Say "I Love You" This Year
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These Delicious Valentine's Day Cupcakes Are the Best Way to Say "I Love You" This Year
There's no sweeter holiday than Valentine's Day. Beyond the heartfelt love notes and sentimental gifts, it's an occasion packed with literal sweetness, all thanks to boxes of chocolates, heart-shaped cakes, or a medley of red and pink candies. But if you're on the hook to whip up a batch of festive baked goods for your kid's Valentine's Day party at school or simply in need of an easy, edible gift for your loved ones, try your hand at one of these Valentine's Day cupcakes this year. Browse through these Cupid-approved cupcake recipes to find a delectable flavor that'll satisfy your valentine's tastebuds, whether they have their heart set on chocolate, strawberries, or a blend of the two. But if you're looking to get crafty in the kitchen, opt for one of the more extravagant decoration ideas, like chocolate cupcakes that can be transformed into adorable lovebugs with red, pink, and white frosting.
Cupcakes may be the centerpiece on your dessert table, but make sure you round out your holiday spread with other Valentine's Day desserts, including brownies, cookies, and other easy-to-make treats. The more sweets, the better!
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Chocolate Sweetheart Cupcakes
Write a short love note on each cupcake — something like "Be mine" or "ILY" — so that everyone gets a piece of your heart.
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Chocolate Merlot Cupcakes
Wine and chocolate are the ultimate pair, and these Merlot-infused cupcakes are proof.
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Mini Rosebud Cupcakes
An ode to your relationship, this recipe balances the chocolatey sweetness with a bite of sour flavor.
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Lips Pull-Apart Cupcakes
One layer of pink frosting gives an arrangement of vanilla cupcakes a more unified look.
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Tres Leches Coconut Cupcakes
The only thing sweeter than these cupcakes made with coconut milk? Your baking skills.
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Chocolate Lovebug Cupcakes
Enter the only kind of bug we'll ever eat.
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Cheesecake Cupcakes
Because the only thing that's better than cupcakes is a creamy slice of fruit-topped cheesecake — so, why not combine the two?
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Berry-Stuffed Cupcakes
The best way to level up a basic cupcake is fill it with fruity goodness.
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Cookie Cheesecake Bites
Okay, so these cheesecake bites are technically not cupcakes — but they're every bit as portable (and just as cute!).
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Ice Cream Sundae Cupcakes
Chocolate cupcakes are a solid foundation for all of your favorite sundae essentials, like a scoop of your favorite flavor and sugary-sweet toppings.
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Tulip Cupcakes
Instead of the cliched red roses for Valentine's Day, try these pale, pretty tulip cupcakes for a simple yet delightful treat.
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Almond Joy Cupcakes
Turn your favorite coconut candy bar into these tasty gluten-free cupcake treats.
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Neapolitan Cupcakes
Unwrapping this cupcake will reveal three layers of the classic Neapolitan ice cream flavor. Sold.
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PB and J Cupcakes
PB & J + cupcakes = 4ever love.
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Pink Lemonade Cupcakes
The adorable garnish hints at the flavor tucked inside: bursting strawberries and zesty lemon juice.
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Chocolate Truffle Cupcakes
A simple chocolate batter houses a gooey truffle that will make you the MVP of Valentine's Day.
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Marshmallow Stuffed Cupcakes
This mouthwatering recipe calls for marshmallows that only need to bake for five minutes to get a gooey consistency.
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Nutella Stuffed Chocolate Raspberry Cupcakes
For those of you who would prefer to be in a relationship with Nutella, we're setting you up here and now.
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Ferrero Rocher Stuffed Cupcakes
Bite into this delicious dessert, and you'll discover a nutty center reminiscent of Ferrero Rocher chocolates.
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Red Velvet Cupcakes
Red velvet cake and cream cheese frosting are a match made in heaven.
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Moscato Cupcakes
The beautiful pink and white frosting makes these cupcakes look extra delicate ... but don't let it distract you from the fact that they're infused with Moscato wine.
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Baileys Cupcakes
This decadent chocolate dessert has Baileys in the cupcake and the frosting, which means double the booze.
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Strawberry Cheesecake Stuffed Cupcakes
The struggle of choosing between a slice of cheesecake or a cupcake is now over. Take a bite and discover a hidden creamy center.
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Kahlua Cupcakes
Kahlúa tastes great in coffee, but have you ever tried it in a chocolate cupcake? Valentine's Day is the perfect time!
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Chocolate Strawberry Cheesecakes
Upgrade your box of chocolate-covered strawberries by sticking them on top of personal-size cheesecakes.
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Chocolate Cupcakes With Red Velvet Frosting
Ultra-moist dark chocolate cake gets a punch of color (and sweet flavor!) when topped with a vibrant red velvet frosting.
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Lemon Buttercream Rose Cupcakes
These zesty lemon cupcakes are topped with something even sweeter: delicate roses piped with raspberry-flavored buttercream.
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Chocolate Cupcakes With Fresh Strawberry Frosting
There's no better (or more romantic) combo than strawberries and chocolate— especially when it's this easy and fun to make.
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Pistachio Cupcakes with Pink Champagne Frosting
Who would've thought that pink champagne and pistachio would be the perfect pairing?
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Strawberry Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting
Swap out melted chocolate for candy melts to make these love toppers.
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Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Cupcakes
Double the fun and have cake and chocolate-covered strawberries at the same time.
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Chocolate Sweetheart Cupcakes
Chocolate plus candy on a cupcake? We haven't been this excited since Halloween!
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Strawberry Milkshake Cupcakes
Warning: These will bring all the boys to the yard.
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Rose Petal Cupcakes
We warned you that things would get fancy. Fancy as in real rose petals on top.
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Ghiardelli Cherry Cupcakes
These cocoa-cherry treats will go over way better than a box of chocolates.
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Love Bug Cupcakes
The best romances are a little silly, and these little critters are too cute not to make!
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Valentine's Day Doughnut Cupcakes
Stack one favorite sweet on top of another to make this double-decker dessert.
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Moist Chocolate Cupcakes with Prague Frosting
Use melted chocolate to write out sweet nothings to your Valentine.
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Surprise-Inside Heart Cupcakes
Slice these cupcakes in half to reveal their sweet (heart-shaped) surprise!
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Red Velvet Cupcakes
Cozy up to a romantic wintry night on Valentine's with these red velvet cupcakes, topped with cream cheese frosting and glittery sugar.
Chocolate, strawberry, vanilla, and lots of love!