Easter cupcakes

Prefer a cake to a bun? Us too! That’s why we can’t get enough of these hot cross bun cupcakes that have all the flavour of the traditional Easter bakes but are lighter and softer in texture. You could even replace the currants in this recipe for chocolate chips if you’re feeling especially in need of a treat.

Get the recipe: Hot cross bun cupcakes

What’s better than chocolate cake? Chocolate cake, topped with chocolate buttercream and extra chocolate decorations obviously! These muffin-like cupcakes are rich and fudgy so make a great hit of chocolate if you’re having a bit of a craving. These are great if you’re not the best baker in the world as the decoration conceals any lumps or bumps underneath.

Get the recipe: Mini egg cupcakes

Easter baking doesn’t get any cuter than these little guys! These Mini Easter chick cupcakes might look really impressive but they’re seriously easy and quick to make. The best part is that you can get the kids to help you out with decorating the chicks – they’ll have the best time!

Get the recipe: Mini Easter chick cupcakes

Ok, we know this little chap isn’t technically a cupcake but we just couldn’t leave him out. He makes the perfect topper for cupcakes at Easter with his cheeky expression and smart bow tie. With Victoria Threader’s simple step-by-step picture guide you’ll be able to make him with no trouble at all and pop him onto your favourite cupcake recipe.

Get the recipe: Easter bunny cake decoration

This twist on a classic is sure to make you popular this Easter. These Simnel cupcakes come complete with the traditional 12 balls to represent the 12 apostles but are in cute bite-sized portions. With a fruity sponge which has a light and fluffy texture and a marzipan topping, these are one for the grown-ups to enjoy.

Get the recipe: Simnel cupcakes

Celebrate all those wonderful flowers in the garden this time of year in cake form – our preferable celebration method. With a spongy vanilla base, a jam centre and soft buttercream, these cupcakes tick all the boxes we need for a really good treat. Serve them up in the afternoon when you’ve got the family over to help you eat them all.

Get the recipe: The Hummingbird Bakery vanilla cupcakes

You might not get a chance to find the Easter eggs with clues like these, which are sure to be gobbled up in no time at all. If you don’t have a grass piping nozzle then you can use a (really clean) garlic crusher to get a similar effect with the green buttercream.

Get the recipe: Easter egg hunt cupcakes

Classic flavours are used in these adorable mini cupcakes from Primrose Bakery to get a lovely bake that everyone will love. There are instructions in this recipe on how to make chocolate icing too if you prefer a good old chocolate treat rather than vanilla. Decorate with pretty, seasonal toppers for a fabulous Easter finish!

Get the recipe: Easter vanilla cupcakes

Using ready-to-roll fondant, these cute Easter bunny cupcakes are relatively simple to do. Simply taking a bit of time cutting and shaping the facial features will make sure you get a professional finish on your toppers without any stress. You can even make the rabbit faces a few days ahead of when you need them, as they keep well in a breathable box, meaning you can pop them on top of your fresh baking whenever you’re ready.

Get the recipe: Easter bunny cupcakes

These impressive Easter egg baskets are actually a lot easier than you might think to make and are sure to wow your friends and family. Soft vanilla sponge is topped with smooth and sweet buttercream for the base of these pretty cupcakes, making sure that they taste just as delicious as they appear.

Get the recipe: Easter basket cupcakes

Take your cupcakes to the next level by presenting your cupcakes as a bouquet of flowers – perfect if you’re looking for an original and thoughtful gift for family or friends as there’s plenty to share. This recipe carefully goes through the steps you’ll need to take to get a beautiful and professional finish and if you need an extra little bit of help with the rose icing we have a video too, which you can watch here.

Get the recipe: Cupcake bouquet

Fancy baking with the kids while they’re at home this Easter? These fun animal cupcakes are the perfect Easter project with their pretty colours and funny faces. This recipe comes from children’s food expert Annabel Karmel so is really easy to follow for your mini chefs.

Get the recipe: Animal cupcakes

Make sure the Easter bunny is catered for too this year with these soft and moist carrot sponge cupcakes. This recipe is from the Primrose Bakery and includes instructions on how to make the most delicious orange cream cheese icing to finish them off with.

Get the recipe: Carrot cake cupcakes