Recipes for cupcakes and biscuits

Making an ice cream sandwich with fluffy chocolate cake layers instead of cookies makes for the perfect summer treat. Any ice cream you like will work for this recipe, but...

This Mexican cake with a stunning tropical flavor is the perfect end to a holiday dinner. The addition of sour milk to the batter makes it pleasantly moist and perfectly dense. And...

Transform delicious brownies covered in rich chocolate frosting into fun Halloween monsters by decorating each square with edible googly eyes and colorful sprinkles. It's a great way to...

Celebrate the arrival of spring with these lawn-shaped cupcakes, featuring fresh spring grass. The cupcakes are made with a rich chocolate brownie base and topped with chocolate...

This fluffy dessert bread with chocolate-hazelnut spread is delicious on its own, but it makes a fantastic French toast. Best made with day-old bread. Slices...

These banana muffins are so light, fluffy, and tender, you'd never guess they're made primarily with whole-wheat flour. The batter is made with overripe bananas, which preserve...

This trifle impresses not only with its attractive appearance but also with its ease of preparation. You simply bake a large sponge cake on a baking sheet, then cut out round layers. And the crumbled...

This dessert, inspired by the famous Black Forest cake, looks absolutely stunning and impressive, and can be assembled a day ahead, which is very convenient if you're preparing for a holiday.

This delightful dessert is packed with all the flavors of a classic carrot cake with raisins and nuts, but it's much quicker to make, so you don't have to wait for a special occasion to enjoy it...

To make this summer trifle, assorted fresh berries are steeped in rose water and lemon juice, then layered, alternating with fluffy almond-orange blossom cake and airy...

This light and fruity dessert features layers of soft orange cake, raspberry jam, fresh raspberries, and a cloud-like orange cream. Assemble the trifle in a clear...

The stunning combination of chocolate and cherry makes these cakes incredibly delicious, colorful, and festive. They're made with maraschino cherries, which have a brighter...

This rich chocolate cake is made with balsamic vinegar to bring out the chocolate flavor, orange juice for a citrusy kick, and the craziest cake ingredient ever...

This lemon-poppyseed "Bandt" cake will delight you with its vibrant flavor, thanks to fresh lemon zest and juice, and the nutty note of crunchy poppy seeds. Topped with strawberry glaze, the cake is decorated with...

Miniature bundt cupcakes with a hole in the center just beg to be filled. Try this magnificent dessert with refreshing lemon curd, which pairs perfectly with the nutty...

Instead of adding chopped nuts to your muffin batter, try a store-bought trail mix found in the snack aisle. This recipe combines two popular treats...

Natural vanilla extract is easy to make at home. Simply steep a bunch of vanilla beans in a bottle of vodka and let it steep for at least a month. After six months, the aroma will be even...

One of the defining characteristics of this pound cake is its light, crisp crust, achieved by sprinkling the sides of the pan with coarse turbinado sugar. It contrasts beautifully with the...

If you don't have muffin tins, use tins! You can even serve the cooled muffins right in them. It looks fun. Bake muffins using store-bought muffin mix, adding...

May and June are the season for strawberries and rhubarb. These two contrasting flavors pair harmoniously and are often used in baked goods and desserts. Try these wonderful muffins...

Make wonderful cupcakes with an unexpected filling: a whole fresh strawberry nestled in a fluffy crumb. It's juicy and refreshing, just like summer. Top each cupcake with lime...

Dates added to the batter impart a pleasant caramel flavor and make the cake moist and tender. Bake the cake in a Bundt pan with a hole in the center, and when it's cooled slightly, pour the thick...

These band-shaped date cupcakes with sticky caramel glaze are the perfect small gift for coworkers, teachers, or neighbors. Place one cupcake in a small cake box or the whole batch in...

This cupcake cake will be a stunning addition to your beach-themed party. Unlike a regular cake, this dessert is easy to eat on the go: just tear off a cupcake and enjoy! Instead of traditional...

These muffins are made with whole clementines (peel included!), which adds a rich citrus flavor and aroma, while pomegranate seeds add a pleasant tartness to every bite. These muffins...

These cupcakes are filled with homemade pineapple curd, which you can optionally add a spoonful of rum to fully appreciate the flavor of your favorite Pina Colada. Each cupcake is decorated with...

These moist pumpkin cupcakes, covered in chocolate buttercream, are topped with fun turkeys made from a variety of sweets for a fun and delicious holiday treat that kids and...

This sponge roll is reminiscent of a tropical getaway with its appearance and flavor. Fresh pineapple is filled with maraschino cherry cream, wrapped in a fluffy coconut sponge, and topped with a soft...

If you're throwing a Mexican-themed party, the centerpiece should be this cake, shaped like a vibrant piñata, a staple of Mexican celebrations. For ease of preparation, use...

This classic vanilla cake with airy buttercream frosting offers a cool, minty twist, topped with M&M's Christmas trees. To make these trees, use wafer...

These adorable truffles are made not from chocolate, but from sponge cake (almost like cake pops!) and are filled with the delicious tropical flavor of coconut and pineapple. For this recipe, use store-bought pound cake...

A crown of real pineapple leaves gives this cake a realistic look, but underneath it lies not a juicy fruit, but a gorgeous, moist sponge cake layered with vanilla icing. To give the cake its shape...

Pina Colada lovers will be delighted by the tropical flavor of this cake. Pineapple-soaked vanilla layers are layered with homemade coconut-pineapple jam, then the entire cake...

Enhance the flavor of classic banana bread by infusing it with chocolate and pecan bits. The banana makes the bread soft, moist, and just the right amount of sweet, allowing you to reduce the amount of refined sugar. And with...

This delicate bread with citrusy, spicy notes uses pureed Hachiya persimmon. It should be overripe, like a balloon filled with water, so you don't have to puree the pulp. So...

These adorable muffins taste as wonderful as they look. If you love peanut butter, try it with berry jam. Peanut butter is added to the muffin batter and...

These adorable cupcakes are packed with all the flavors and textures of summer peach cobbler. Peach slices are baked into the moist, fragrant cupcake, topped with a light, fluffy...

To transform leftover healthy vegetable or fruit muffins (zucchini, banana, or carrot) into beautiful dessert cupcakes, simply decorate them with frosting. It's best to...

These cupcakes are infused with the flavor of a classic Moscow Mule, with spicy notes of candied ginger and a refreshing lime syrup. The cakes are topped with a vanilla lime buttercream, which...

Banana bread is especially good for breakfast. It's like having cake right in the morning! This recipe uses the entire banana, including the peel, which reduces food waste. Half the weight of the banana...

This delicious dessert is bursting with banana flavor. Homemade banana bread with brown butter is cut into three layers, then spread with nut ice cream, drizzled with homemade...

This soft dessert bread captivates with its autumnal flavor. Pumpkin puree, cranberries, and brown sugar create a moist, rich texture. Maple syrup and pumpkin spice...

Take a bite of these delicate cupcakes and you'll discover a tart-sweet cranberry filling inside. The easiest way to fill them is with a corer...

These fluffy, fragrant muffins are filled with the bounty of autumn. They're made with cranberries, figs, and hazelnuts. Brown sugar helps keep the crumb moist, and a cinnamon-ginger mixture...

Slow and steady wins the race. Decorate your nautical-themed party with these adorable turtle cupcakes. Use any vanilla cupcakes, store-bought or your favorite...

These owl cupcakes look back at you and look seriously cool! For decoration, you'll need chocolate vermicelli sprinkles. And if you want to make white snowy owls, instead...