Any of These 23 Cupcake Recipes Will Look Adorable on Your Easter Table

Holidays are the perfect excuse to indulge in the flavors of the season, and Easter is particularly fun because it ushers in a whole new springtime flavor palate. After you've polished off your plate of Easter appetizers, sides, and mains, enjoy a sampling of delicious cupcakes, flavored with the light, zesty, and fruity tastes of spring. And don't worry, chocolate is always in season.

Sophisticated, flirty, and bright, this is not your average cupcake, making it all the more fitting for a special holiday celebration. The frosting decorations are inspired by hydrangeas (a flower we are more than ready for come spring) and the carrot cake base (a nod to the Easter Bunny) is perfect for the season.

Get the full recipe from Half Baked Harvest.

These little angel food cupcakes have a light and fluffy base with a decadent topping. The coconut flake bird nests topped with egg candies will animate your Easter table spread.

Get the full recipe from Half Baked Harvest.

There's nothing like a little passionfruit to get you in the mood for spring. This recipe also happens to be vegan, so whether you have dietary restrictions or you just want to try out a new foodie favorite this Easter, this one will not disappoint.

Get the full recipe from The First Mess.

Toasted coconut makes the perfect bed for these little candy birds.

Get the full recipe from Cooking Classy.

If you're hosting an Easter brunch, don't forget to prep for bottomless mimosas. Even better, serve them in the form of dessert with these mimosa cupcakes.

Get the full recipe from Delish.

If you have a major sweet tooth with a particular penchant for all things chocolate, these decadent little Easter treats will do the trick. They're basically a cross between a Nutella mudpie and carrot cake, which is surprisingly delicious.

Get the full recipe from Half Baked Harvest.

Every springtime afternoon tea party needs something sweet and pretty, and we assure you these salted chamomile honey cakes topped with a raspberry ripple cream will deliver.

Get the full recipe from Half Baked Harvest.

Although they look real (look at that detail!), these carrot toppers are made with marzipan and parsley stems. That's one way to surprise your guests.

Get the full recipe from Cooking Classy

The frosting and cupcake flavors are completely up to you. Choose from vanilla, chocolate, strawberry, carrot, and more.

Get the full recipe from Garnish and Glaze.

Keep it classic with these strawberry cheesecake–stuffed cupcakes this Easter.

Get the full recipe from Delish.

Here's another healthy(ish) recipe for those looking for a vegan and/or gluten-free alternative. As a little rebellion against the frosting-centric recipes taking over the cupcake world, this recipe was created to emphasize the best part of the treat: The actual cake. That said, the coconut glaze is topped with sesame seeds for the perfect finishing touch.

Get the recipe from The First Mess.

You can never have too much of a good thing, at least in this case. Garnish these light and fluffy cupcakes with lemon slices and a pinch of lavender.

Get the full recipe from The Cake Blog.

Turn tea time into dessert hour with these sweet and tangy cupcakes.

Get the full recipe from Country Living.

What you'll need: Zester ($12, amazon.com)

Strawberry shortcake is a springtime must-have. Avoid the mess of slicing cake by making individual cupcakes for your party guests.

Get the full recipe from Chocolate with Grace.

Intimidated by elaborate cupcake decorations? Just sprinkle a colorful assortment of sugary-sweet jelly beans and call it a day.

Get the full recipe from The First Year Blog.

Here's proof that you can have your pie and eat it too—in cupcake form.

Get the full recipe from Baked By Rachel.

What you'll need: Kitchen torch ($35, amazon.com)

Your favorite 90s snack has officially been outmatched by these gooey, marshmallow-covered cupcakes.

Get the full recipe from Baking A Moment.

Add a few more friends to your table with these cute chicks. They're almost too precious to eat.

Get the full recipe from The Simple Sweet Life.

These cupcakes are layered with chocolate on top of chocolate... on top of chocolate. No complaints here.

Get the full recipe from Taming Twins.

Uh oh, it looks like the Easter bunny took a tumble. At least this is after the epic egg hunt from earlier in the day.

Get the full recipe from The Gracious Wife.

Put down your gardening tools and pick up your hand mixer to create these adorable, kid-friendly treats.

Get the full recipe from This Silly Girls Kitchen.

The floral notes of the rose-infused frosting really balance out the tart taste of the fresh blackberries.

Get the full recipe from Hummingbird High.

No Hubba Bubba here. Get crafty with balloons, gelatins, and the liquid food color of your choice to make your very own bubbles.

Get the full recipe from Sprinkle Bakes.