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This Valentine’s Day must be a night to remember!
After all, you’ll want your partner to receive all that they deserve, especially during this special night dedicated to your love for one another.
One unique date night is to whip up a romantic dinner, all from scratch!
This date night won’t only impress your partner, but you can also spend time in the kitchen together, having fun as you cook your own meals.
You’ve got the appetizer, main course, and of course, dessert. But what’s a good Valentine’s Day dessert that isn’t just memorable and mouthwatering?
Cupcakes are a no-fail dessert that makes an amazing dessert or gift! Who won’t swoon over a lovely box of decadent cupcakes with rich, creamy frosting?
Whether you’re looking for the perfect sweet ending for your partner or hosting a Valentine’s-themed party, check out these recipes! We share a list of amazing Valentine’s Day cupcakes your partner will love you even more for.
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1. Monster Valentine’s Day Cupcakes
Recipe by 5 Minutes for Mom
These bright, colorful cupcakes are topped with pink frosting, sprinkles, cute heart shapes, and googly eyes.
They look more adorable than creepy! Don’t worry, this recipe is super easy to make, with no need for extreme baking or frosting skill levels. It’s a fun idea if you’ve already done Valentine’s Day cookies before.
2. Chocolate Brownie Cupcake
Recipe by Everyday Eileen
Here’s another interesting hybrid dessert, which is perfect for people who love cupcakes and brownies but can’t decide what to get.
Those obsessed with chocolate will enjoy taking vast bites of their Valentine’s Day brownie and cupcake. The cherry on top is the creamy chocolate frosting!
3. Cakepop on a Cupcake
Recipe by Pies and Tacos
Don’t know whether to serve cake pops or cupcakes for dessert? Make them both to please the sweet tooth!
Here’s an idea to make cake pops more fun and whimsical. Place them on cupcakes and get double the moist texture and sweet flavor!
4. Low-Carb Keto Valentine’s Day Cupcake
Recipe by Inspector Gorgeous
Are you or your partner on a keto diet?
Your dinner shouldn’t go dessertless or with subpar store-bought keto-friendly sweets.
You can make a low-carb Valentine’s Day dessert and it will still taste absolutely amazing!
These super moist chocolate cupcakes have a yummy frosting that’s naturally sweetened by dehydrated strawberries.
5. Cupid’s Bow Cupcake
Recipe by WonderMom Wannabe
Cupid’s paying a visit to your house tonight, and their bow will be heading straight to your lover’s heart with this cupcake recipe!
Don’t feel intimidated by the aesthetic design because anyone can decorate this cute dessert.
If you have kids, they can help out so you can surprise your partner together!
6. Pink Lady Bug Cupcake
Recipe by Andi Anne
These pink ladybug cupcakes taste amazing!
You’ve got a moist, chocolatey cupcake base with yummy icing designed as a cute ladybug.
It’s a great dessert for Valentine’s Day as it’s pretty in pink.
The only problem is that these ladybugs may be too cute to eat!
7. Pink Oreo Cheesecake Bites
Recipe by Bake, Drizzle, Dust
These cheesecake bites are cupcakes in essence, complete with the strawberry frosting and oreo chunk on top.
The tartness from the cheesecake, cream cheese frosting, and strawberries work fantastically with the sweet, chocolatey Oreos!
8. Valentine’s Peanut Butter and Jelly Cupcakes
Recipe by Dinner, then Dessert
Peanut butter jelly time, peanut butter jelly time! Sing this in your head as you prep these delicious PB & J cupcakes.
This childhood comfort food is now made a delectable dessert perfect for Valentine-s Day because of its pink color and dried strawberry slice on top!
9. Sprinkled Rose Cupcakes
Recipe by Sugar and Sparrow
Ditch the pink rose bouquet this Valentine’s Day. The best way through anyone’s heart is through their stomach, so these pink rose cupcakes will be a hit!
Don’t forget the colorful sprinkles to complete the look!
10. Raspberry Chocolate Cupcakes
Recipe by The Loopy Whisk
Make Valentine’s a tiny bit different by going the raspberry frosting route instead of strawberries.
You and your partner will be pleasantly surprised with how raspberries and chocolate are a match made in heaven!
11. Chocolate Covered Strawberry Cupcakes
Recipe by Live Well, Bake Often
Don’t just gift your partner chocolate-covered strawberries!
Kick things up a notch by combining this yummy treat with a tasty cupcake.
You’ve got a chocolate-covered strawberry on top of a chocolate brownie with strawberry frosting. It’s a chocolate strawberry overload!
12. Strawberry Lemonade Cupcakes
Recipe by Lil Luna
You would think strawberry lemonade should stay a quenching beverage, but they can be made into a cupcake!
Try making these strawberry lemonade cupcakes for a change. Lemon cupcakes with strawberry frosting make an excellent dessert to celebrate love.
13. Chocolate Teddy Bear Cupcakes
Recipe by Cake Mix Recipes
We recommend pairing this dessert with an adorable stuffed teddy bear as well so your lover will squeal in giddiness!
You can’t find any cuter dessert than this chocolate teddy bear cupcake made of chocolate-covered Oreos for added deliciousness.
14. Heart Cupcakes
Recipe by Tastes Better from Scratch
Giving your heart and soul to your lover and the relationship can be done this Valentine’s Day with these cupcakes.
With the help of marbles (yes, marbles!), you can make a cute heart-shaped cupcake to decorate with colorful icing.
15. XOXO Valentine’s Cupcake
Recipe by In the Kids’ Kitchen
Send hearts and kisses in the form of cupcakes with this lovely dessert. But of course, don’t forget to give your partner a passionate hug and kiss to celebrate the day together.
16. Dark Chocolate Valentine’s Day Cupcake
Recipe by The Endless Meal
Some may think dark chocolate is too bitter, but for us, they’re so darn good! This slightly bittersweet chocolate cupcake can offset all the sweetness you have for your lover on this love-filled day.
17. Valentine’s Red Velvet Cupcakes
Recipe by Bake With Shivesh
We will never forget the classic red velvet cupcake with cream cheese frosting! It’s one of the most popular flavors out there, especially this V-Day thanks to its bold red flavor screaming LOVE!
18. Pink Champagne Cupcakes
Recipe by Kickass Baker
You aren’t limited to Valentine’s Day with this cupcake. It’s versatile and can be used for all kinds of occasions, from New Year’s to weddings!
Dedicate a toast to your never-ending love, this time with cupcakes instead of glasses of champagne!
19. Strawberry-Filled Cupcakes
Recipe by Flour on My Fingers
So simple on the outside but filled with sweet, strawberry filling within. That can signify your love for your partner!
While this may look like a normal cupcake, each bite will be incredible, especially with that indulgent whipped cream frosting.
20. Ice Cream Sundae Cupcake
Recipe by Baking Beauty
Ice cream will always be the default dessert, and we’ve got no complaints! But why not head towards the cupcake route with this recipe?
Don’t worry, the “ice cream” won’t melt as it’s made of vanilla buttercream!
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