Move Over, Cookies! We're Making Christmas Cupcakes This Year (2024)

You don't have to have any fancy decorating skills for these peppermint-infused cupcakes. As Ree says, "They're just going to be eaten, anyway." A sprinkle of crushed peppermints is all you need.

Get Ree's Chocolate Cupcakes with Peppermint Frosting recipe.

SHOP CUPCAKE PANS

Celebrate the season with a toast of champagne in cupcake form! They'll turn any Christmas dinner into an elegant party. Use your favorite dry sparkling wine in both the cake batter and the frosting.

Get the Champagne Cupcakes recipe.

Warm, cozy spices like nutmeg and ginger scent these cupcakes and the frosting is made with actual apple cider! To take it one step further, they are finished with a good drizzle of caramel sauce.

Get Ree's Caramel Apple Cupcakes recipe.

Though lemon is often associated with spring, peak citrus season is actually the winter! So that means a double dose of these puckery delights is perfect for the season. Plus, the flavor will be a refreshing contrast to heavier holiday eats.

Get Ree's Double Lemon Cupcakes recipe.

Inspired by the cozy coffee shop drink, these cupcakes are made with freshly brewed coffee and a java-spiked buttercream that'll give you a bolt of energy. There’s also a drizzle of caramel sauce over the top for good measure.

Get the Caramel Macchiato Cupcakes recipe.

SHOP COOLING RACKS

All your guests will love getting a taste of The Mercantile's bestselling cupcake. It has a cookies and cream frosting that's loaded with crushed up cookies. They'll taste so good with a cold glass of milk!

Get Ree's Cookies 'n' Creme Cupcakes recipe.

Warm pumpkin pie spices, dried cherries, and a hint of cocoa make this cupcake the ultimate winter dessert. You'll be making it for all your seasonal occasions. And see if you guests can guess the flavor!

Get Ree's Dr Pepper Cupcakes recipe.

These swirled cupcakes are so versatile—they can be topped with any frosting you like (vanilla, chocolate, or even marshmallow buttercream) then decorated with Christmas sprinkles for an extra festive touch.

Get the Marble Cupcakes recipe.

These double chocolate cupcakes would make a great Christmas gift. Package them up with the recipe attached as a cute food gift for the nostalgic chocolate-lover in your life.

Get Ree's Chocolate Creme Cupcakes recipe.

Ree Drummond isn't a huge fan of coconut-flavored desserts, but when it comes to these Italian cream cupcakes, she admits that they're totally dreamy. There's shredded coconut in every bite!

Get Ree's Italian Cream Cupcakes recipe.

SHOP FOOD STORAGE

This classic chocolate cupcake recipe can be used in so many ways throughout the holiday season. Top it with your favorite Christmas sprinkles or festive candies—the options are endless!

Get Ree's Basic Chocolate Cupcakes recipe.

Peppermint patties and chocolate-covered raisins make these cupcakes look just like polar bear prints. They're even walking in a coconut "snow!"

Get the Polar Bear Cupcakes recipe at Little Sunny Kitchen.

Not only are these cupcakes a cute festive red color, but they're also loaded with holiday flavor. Both the cupcake batter and the frosting have a dash of peppermint extract added to the mix.

Get the Peppermint Red Velvet Cupcakes recipe at A Classic Twist.

These gingerbread cupcakes are topped with a red and white ginger-infused frosting that's piped to look just like Santa's classic hat. You can even finish the treat with a mini marshmallow for the pom-pom on top!

Get the Gingerbread Santa Hat Cupcakes recipe at Sugar and Charm.

Inspired by a classic Christmas cookie flavor, these cupcakes are loaded with cinnamon and sugar. Even Santa will want to get his hands on these!

Get the Snickerdoodle Cupcakes recipe.

SHOP PIPING BAGS

With the flavors of coffee and mint, these cupcakes will remind you of the popular decadent drink. Drizzle the top with chocolate sauce to complete the look (and taste)!

Get the Peppermint Mocha Cupcakes recipe at A Classic Twist.

Tart cranberry and sweet white chocolate are a match made in holiday heaven! Sugared cranberries on top are an easy yet impressive bejeweled detail.

Get the White Chocolate Cranberry Cupcakes recipe at Sugar and Soul.

Give your piping skills a little practice with these little green grinches! Use a shortcut cake mix to make the baking part easier and you'll have a blast decorating.

Get the Grinch Cupcakes recipe at Mom on Timeout.

Simple chocolate cupcakes are transformed into pretty ornaments just like on your tree! Get creative with the designs and make them your own.

Get the Christmas Ornament Cupcakes recipe at Preppy Kitchen.

Practice your piping skills with these cute cupcakes featuring Christmas trees made with different piping techniques. They're great for beginner bakers!

Get the Christmas Tree Cupcakes recipe at Gimme Some Oven.

SHOP CAKE DECORATING TOOLS