Sunshine, warm breezes, and NO homework! Summer is pretty AWESOME, right?
And what makes those long, fun summer days even better? Delicious, easy-to-eat cupcakes, of course!
They’re like little bites of pure happiness, perfect for picnics, parties, or just because. Summer is THE season for bright flavors and fun treats.
I’ve gathered a whole list of fantastic summer cupcake ideas for you. We’re talking 28 different ways to bake up some joy.
You’ll find all sorts of yummy options here, from fruity and fresh to rich and chocolatey. There’s truly something for EVERYONE.
So, get ready to find your new favorite summer cupcake recipe!
1. Lemon Cupcakes
Lemon Cupcakes are wonderfully moist and fluffy, a true delight for any dessert lover.
These delightful lemon cupcakes feature a bright, zingy flavor topped with an easy lemon buttercream.
This lemon cupcake recipe is sure to please everyone who tries it.
2. Rose Cupcakes
These delightful Rose Cupcakes feature moist vanilla cakes.
Each one is topped with beautiful buttercream roses, making them a stunning flower cupcake treat.
3. Low Carb Cupcakes with Strawberries
These Low Carb Cupcakes with Strawberries are wonderfully soft and fluffy. Each delightful cupcake is filled with sweet chopped strawberries and crowned with a rich mascarpone frosting.
4. Mini 4th of July Cupcakes
Celebrate the holiday with these festive Mini 4th of July Cupcakes, decorated with vibrant red and blue “fireworks.” A special ingredient makes these easy 4th of July desserts taste homemade, perfect for any gathering.
5. Kool-Aid Poke Cupcakes
Get ready to bake a batch of vibrant Kool-Aid Poke Cupcakes!
These fun treats burst with fruity flavor and beautiful bright colors that everyone will adore.
6. Cherry Cupcakes
Enjoy these delightful Cherry Cupcakes, each featuring two cherries baked right into a flavorful brown sugar lemony batter. These cherry cupcakes are a perfect sweet treat.
7. Yellow Cupcakes with Peach Cream Cheese Frosting
Get ready to enjoy delightful Yellow Cupcakes with Peach Cream Cheese Frosting.
These light and fluffy cupcakes are perfectly complemented by the rich cream cheese frosting, bursting with natural peach flavor.
8. Strawberry Cupcakes
Enjoy these delightful Strawberry Cupcakes, bursting with the flavor of fresh strawberries.
Each moist and flavorful cupcake is topped with luscious strawberry frosting for true strawberry perfection.
9. Pineapple Upside Down Cupcakes
Enjoy the convenience of making these delicious Pineapple Upside Down Cupcakes, simplified with a yellow cake mix.
These moist cupcakes are bursting with pineapple and rich caramel flavor, making them an eye-catching treat.
10. Lemon Curd Coconut Cupcakes
Brighten your day with these incredible Lemon Curd Coconut Cupcakes. Each fluffy cupcake is bursting with tangy lemon curd, beautifully complemented by a sweet and tender coconut topping. These are sure to become a new favorite dessert!
11. Mini Strawberry Cupcakes with Strawberry Buttercream Frosting
Mini Strawberry Cupcakes with Strawberry Buttercream Frosting deliver big flavor in a tiny package. These delightful bite-sized treats are infused with real strawberry taste, then crowned with a sweet and creamy homemade frosting.
12. Strawberry Basil Cupcakes with Basil Buttercream
These Strawberry Basil Cupcakes with Basil Buttercream offer a wonderfully unique and tasty treat.
Enjoy the sweet burst of strawberry perfectly balanced with the fresh, aromatic basil in every bite.
The creamy basil buttercream frosting makes these cupcakes an absolute delight.
13. Lemon Drizzle Cupcakes
Lemon Drizzle Cupcakes are an absolutely divine treat.
Enjoy their soft, tender sponge, filled with a delightful jam.
Each cupcake offers a wonderful zesty lemon flavor and a satisfying crunchy, sugary topping.
15. Churro Cupcakes
These Churro Cupcakes offer all the delightful flavors of a classic churro in a fun, portable form. You’ll enjoy layers of warm cinnamon baked right into the batter, topped with sweet cinnamon buttercream frosting. A final sprinkle of cinnamon sugar makes every bite perfectly irresistible.
16. Peach Cupcake Recipe
Peach Cupcakes capture the essence of summer. Enjoy light cupcakes made with sweet, juicy peaches and finished with a lovely peach cream cheese frosting.
17. Iced Tea Cupcake Recipe
These Iced Tea Cupcakes are the perfect treat for any sunny day. They bring together a unique iced tea flavor with a delicious, melt-in-your-mouth lemon frosting. It’s like tasting your favorite Arnold Palmer drink, but in a delightful cupcake form.
18. Lemon Cupcake Recipe
This Lemon Cupcake recipe elevates a simple box cake mix into something truly special.
Each light and fluffy lemon cupcake is completed with a delightful homemade lemon buttercream.
19. 2-Ingredient Strawberry Soda Cupcakes
Whip up a batch of delicious 2-Ingredient Strawberry Soda Cupcakes in no time. This incredibly easy recipe combines a box of strawberry cake mix with a can of Sprite for a perfectly fluffy, flavorful dessert. You’ll be amazed at how simple it is to create these delightful treats.
20. Keto Lemon Cupcakes with Raspberry Frosting
Enjoy these delightful Keto Lemon Cupcakes with Raspberry Frosting.
Each bite offers a bright lemon flavor, beautifully balanced with a light and fluffy raspberry frosting.
These low-carb keto lemon cupcakes are as delicious as they are lovely.
21. Mini Coconut Cupcakes with Coconut Buttercream Frosting
Mini Coconut Cupcakes with Coconut Buttercream Frosting are sweet and moist treats.
These delightful mini coconut cupcakes deliver rich tropical coconut flavor in every bite.
Each is finished with a creamy coconut buttercream, making them a perfect small indulgence.
22. Lemon Cupcakes
Lemon Cupcakes are a bright and delightful treat.
They feature a light, lemony cake topped with a zesty lemon buttercream frosting.
23. Eton Mess Cupcakes
Eton Mess Cupcakes transform the beloved classic British summer dessert into a delightful handheld treat.
Each strawberry cupcake features soft vanilla cake filled with strawberry jam, topped with creamy vanilla buttercream and crunchy meringue.
They’re perfect for enjoying a taste of summer, complete with fresh strawberries and a drizzle of strawberry sauce.
24. 4th of July Cupcakes
Celebrate summer with these vibrant 4th of July Cupcakes. Each lemon cupcake features fun blue raspberry, white lemon, and cherry frosting. They taste just like the classic Bomb Pop treats you remember from childhood.
25. Sourdough Discard Lemon Poppyseed Cupcakes
These Sourdough Discard Lemon Poppyseed Cupcakes are the perfect way to use a portion of your sourdough starter. Enjoy their bright lemon poppyseed flavor, topped with a creamy lemon cream cheese frosting. It’s a delightful treat for any occasion.
26. Lemon Cupcakes with Lemon-Blueberry Frosting
Lemon Cupcakes with Lemon-Blueberry Frosting are a delightful treat.
These tender lemon cupcakes are filled with a zesty lemon curd for a burst of flavor.
Each one is crowned with a light and fruity lemon-blueberry buttercream frosting, making it a perfect dessert.
27. Blueberry Cupcakes
Blueberry Cupcakes are truly special, loaded with fresh berries in every bite. They’re crowned with a delicious blueberry frosting, beautifully swirled with vanilla. These treats offer a burst of sweet flavor that’s perfect for any occasion.
28. Cherry Coke Cupcakes
Enjoy a fun twist on a classic with these amazing Cherry Coke Cupcakes. Each delicious cupcake features a cherry surprise inside, topped with a sweet Coca-Cola sugar glaze. They’re finished perfectly with a dollop of fluffy whipped cream for an irresistible treat.