Hi Bold Bakers!
Amazing, over-the-top cupcakes have been popular for years but my Crazy Cupcakes recipe is a real game changer! Why search for separate cupcake recipes when you can use this one to make delicious homemade cupcakes filled with your favorite flavors?
Not only will I show you how to make cupcakes, but this easy recipe will allow you to use your favorite flavors. Just like my Crazy Cookie Dough and Crazy Dough Recipes, this recipe is an easy recipe with endless possibilities.
What Are Crazy Cupcakes?
Crazy Cupcakes are made from one — yes, one — base cupcake batter that you can then turn into any flavor cupcake you want! I created this recipe to make it easier on everyone when you reach for a cupcake recipe — you can even make a batch of all different flavors for a picky crowd. The possibilities are truly endless.
What You’ll Need To Make Crazy Cupcakes
- Cupcake Tray and Liners
- Stand mixer with a whisk attachment
- Measuring cups
- Bowl
How To Make My Crazy Cupcake Recipe
My Crazy Cupcake recipe starts with a classic sweet sponge cake. This will act as your master recipe, your Best Cupcake recipe from now on!
This cake is fluffy, moist, and sweet, making it the perfect canvas for whatever flavors you and your family crave. And the end product is perfect for birthdays, special events, and so much more (and don’t forget to get the full recipe with measurements, on the page down below)!
- Preheat your oven and line a cupcake tray.
- In a stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment, beat your butter.
- Add sugar, and cream the sugar and butter together in the stand mixer.
- One at a time, add your eggs before adding the milk.
- Add your dry ingredients.
- Add in extra flavor. Scoop in the batter in a bowl and add your mix-ins.
- Bake for 16 to 18 minutes before taking out and allowing to cool completely.
What Flavors Can You Make?
After you prepare the sponge batter you simply add in your choice of mix-ins. From classics like a vanilla cupcake recipe to fun flavors like Chocolate and Peanut Butter, I have you covered. My personal favorite is the Birthday Cake flavor!
What Flavor Frosting Can You Make?
All of these flavors are topped off with everyone’s favorite part: loads of frosting and extra toppings.
If you want to see all the flavors of frosting you can use, you have to check out my Crazy Frosting Recipe! I have a recipe for all your favorite frosting flavors from mint chip or coffee, to strawberry and of course chocolate!
Below are just a few of my flavor ideas but you can make so many more. Let me know in the comments below what you make!
Our Recipe Flavor Suggestions
The written recipe includes the master batter ingredients and instructions plus suggestions for 6 of my favorite flavors. Get creative and make your own as well! Here are some cupcakes I suggest you try making:
Red Velvet Cupcakes
Red Velvet Cupcakes are a classic, combining moist cake, a hint of cocoa powder, and cream or cream cheese-based frosting. The result not only looks so delicious and decadent with rich red color but tastes like chocolate heaven!
Lemon And Blueberry Cupcakes
Tangy lemon and sweet berries are one of my favorite combinations in this recipe! With its sweet lemon flavor, this easy recipe is a great one to make when berries are in season. However, if they aren’t you can always use frozen berries.
Carrot Cake Cupcakes
This happens to be one of my personal favorite flavors! I love the lightly spiced cake combined with the sweet grated fresh carrot. This carrot cake cupcake recipe is a great way to get in those extra veggies!
Cookies And Cream Cupcakes
The only thing better than a cupcake is one combined with an Oreo! That is exactly what these Oreo cupcakes are! Using crushed Oreos, they are rich, creamy and have a delicious chocolate flavor!
Birthday Cake Cupcakes
Another classic, these birthday cupcakes are so festive! I love to go crazy with the sprinkles here. There’s no such thing as too many sprinkles!
Chocolate And Peanut Butter Cupcakes
My husband, Kevin, loves chocolate and peanut butter, so this one was a must. These are a little salty, sweet, and pack that chocolate punch.
How To Store Them
After they’re decorated you can cover them in an airtight container and store them for up to 3 days. If you’d like you can freeze the baked and un-frosted ones for up to 3 weeks. To thaw, allow them to sit at room temperature until soft and fully defrosted. Once defrosted you can frost and enjoy!
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Full (and printable) recipe below!