20+ Valentines Giant Cupcake Recipe Experience Flavor Like Never Before!
Published on: Mar 5, 2024
Valentine's Day is just around the corner and what better way to express your love than with a homemade treat. Ditch the store-bought chocolates and flowers and surprise your loved one with a giant cupcake made with love. This valentines giant cupcake recipe is not only delicious but also fun to make. You don't have to be a professional baker to create this show-stopping dessert, just follow these simple steps and get ready to impress your sweetheart.
Main Ingredients: Unsalted Butter, Sugar, Eggs, Tamarind Concentrate
Valentine's Day isn't for everyone. Maybe you're single, going through a break-up, or just not a fan of the holiday. Whatever the reason, these Anti-Valentine's Day Cupcakes are the perfect treat to indulge in while everyone else is sharing heart-shaped sweets. These cupcakes are decadent, filled with rich chocolate and topped with a slightly bitter dark chocolate frosting. They're the perfect way to stick it to Cupid and celebrate your independence.
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Valentine’s Day Cupcakes for Your Sweetheart – Shirley...
Main Ingredients: Lemon Lime Soda, Grenadine, Vinegar, Sugar, Canola Oil
Want to show your significant other some love this Valentine's Day? These Shirley Temple Cupcakes are the perfect way to do just that. With a light and fluffy vanilla cake, filled with a sweet cherry filling, and topped with a fluffy whipped cream frosting, these cupcakes are sure to make your sweetheart swoon. And with a hint of nostalgia from the classic Shirley Temple drink, these cupcakes are a sweet and sentimental way to show your love.
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Chocolate Dulce de Leche Cupcakes: Sexy Valentine’s...
Main Ingredients: Boiling Water, Unsweetened Cocoa Powder, Milk, Vanilla
For a more indulgent and sensual Valentine's Day treat, look no further than these Chocolate Dulce de Leche Cupcakes. The rich chocolate cake is filled with a creamy dulce de leche filling, and topped with a luscious chocolate ganache and a sprinkle of sea salt. The combination of chocolate and caramel is a classic and irresistible pairing, making these cupcakes the perfect romantic dessert for you and your partner.
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Valentine’s Day Cupcakes for Two in Under Ten Minutes
Main Ingredients: All Purpose Flour, Brown Sugar, Unsweetened Cocoa
Don't have a lot of time to spend in the kitchen this Valentine's Day? These quick and easy cupcakes are the perfect solution. With just a few ingredients and under ten minutes of prep time, you can have these cute and delicious cupcakes ready to enjoy with your loved one. The best part? You can customize the toppings to your heart's desire, making these cupcakes a versatile and convenient treat for any last-minute Valentine's Day plans.
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Valentine's Day Cupcakes Filled with Sprinkles
Main Ingredients: Cupcake Mix, Butter, Strawberry Preserves, Powdered
Who says sprinkles are just for kids? These Valentine's Day Cupcakes are proof that sprinkles can be fun and festive for adults too. The vanilla cake is filled with a surprise center of colorful sprinkles, and topped with a creamy buttercream frosting and more sprinkles on top. These cupcakes are a playful and delightful way to celebrate the holiday of love.
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Valentine's Day Cupcakes with Raspberry Buttercream
Main Ingredients: All Purpose Flour, Sugar, Cocoa Powder, Baking Soda
Raspberries are a classic and romantic flavor, making them the perfect addition to these Valentine's Day Cupcakes. The vanilla cake is filled with a tart raspberry filling, and topped with a light and fluffy raspberry buttercream frosting. The vibrant pink color and sweet-tart flavor make these cupcakes a lovely and delicious choice for your Valentine's Day celebration.
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3 Cute & Easy Valentine's Day Cupcakes
Main Ingredients: Cake Mix, Instant Chocolate Pudding Mix, Sour Cream
If you're looking for a variety of cupcake options to please everyone this Valentine's Day, look no further than these three cute and easy recipes. The first is a classic red velvet cupcake with cream cheese frosting, perfect for the traditionalist. The second is a chocolate cupcake with a rich chocolate ganache and a conversation heart candy on top. And the third is a vanilla cupcake with a strawberry filling and a swirl of pink buttercream frosting. With these three options, you can't go wrong.
Main Ingredients: Coconut Flour, Tapioca Flour, Baking Soda, Eggs
If you're looking for a more sophisticated and unique Valentine's Day treat, these Balsamic Strawberry Topped Lemon Cupcakes are the perfect choice. The lemon cake is tangy and refreshing, and the balsamic strawberry topping adds a sweet and slightly acidic twist. These cupcakes are elegant and delicious, perfect for a romantic evening with your loved one.
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Chocolate Valentine's Day Cupcakes with Strawberry...
Main Ingredients: Flour, Baking Soda, Salt, Baking Powder, Boiling Water
Another classic flavor combination that never fails is chocolate and strawberry. These Chocolate Valentine's Day Cupcakes are filled with a creamy strawberry filling, and topped with a rich and decadent chocolate ganache. The contrast of flavors and textures in these cupcakes is sure to make your taste buds dance with delight.
Sometimes, simplicity is best. These Valentine's Day Cupcakes are a classic vanilla cake with a sweet and creamy buttercream frosting. The only difference? They're adorned with a cute and festive heart-shaped sprinkle mix. These cupcakes are perfect for those who want to keep things traditional and sweet.
If you're a fan of the popular candy conversation hearts, you'll love these Valentine's Day Cupcakes. The vanilla cake is topped with a smooth and creamy buttercream frosting and decorated with conversation heart candies. These cupcakes are a fun and playful way to celebrate the holiday of love.
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Mounds Valentine’s Day Cupcakes
Main Ingredients: Sweetened Flaked Coconut, Powdered Sugar, Cornstarch
If you're a fan of the classic candy bar, you'll love these Mounds Valentine's Day Cupcakes. The moist chocolate cake is topped with a creamy coconut frosting and sprinkled with toasted coconut. These cupcakes are a delicious and indulgent treat for the coconut lovers out there.
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Happy Valentine's Day Cupcakes
Main Ingredients: Butter, Sugar, Eggs, Vanilla, Flour, Salt, Baking
Spread love and joy this Valentine's Day with these Happy Valentine's Day Cupcakes. The vanilla cake is topped with a fluffy and colorful buttercream frosting and decorated with heart-shaped sprinkles. These cupcakes are sure to put a smile on anyone's face.
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RED VELVET VALENTINE'S DAY CUPCAKES
Main Ingredients: Unsalted Butter, Sugar, Eggs, Red Food Colouring
Red velvet is a staple for Valentine's Day, and these cupcakes are no exception. The rich and velvety red cake is topped with a smooth and creamy cream cheese frosting and decorated with heart-shaped sprinkles. These cupcakes are a classic and indulgent choice for your Valentine's Day celebrations.
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Red Buttercream Frosted Valentine’s Day Cupcakes
Main Ingredients: Powdered Sugar, Butter, Vanilla Extract, Milk, Food
For a simple yet elegant Valentine's Day treat, these Red Buttercream Frosted Cupcakes are the perfect choice. The vanilla cake is topped with a light and fluffy buttercream frosting in a beautiful shade of red, perfect for the holiday of love. These cupcakes are easy to make and sure to impress.
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Red and White Vanilla Valentine’s Day Cupcakes
Main Ingredients: Unsalted Butter, Egg Whites, Eggs, Flour, Baking
If you want to keep things classic and elegant this Valentine's Day, these Red and White Vanilla Cupcakes are the perfect choice. The moist and fluffy vanilla cake is topped with a creamy white buttercream frosting and a sprinkle of red sugar crystals. These cupcakes are simple yet stunning, making them a great option for any romantic occasion.
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Dark Chocolate Cupcake – Valentine’s Day Cupcakes
Main Ingredients: Butter, Granulated Sugar, Large Eggs, Baking Powder
For the dark chocolate lovers out there, these cupcakes are a dream come true. The rich and decadent dark chocolate cake is topped with a smooth and creamy chocolate ganache and decorated with a chocolate-dipped strawberry. These cupcakes are perfect for a romantic evening in with your significant other.
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Mini Valentine’s Day Cakes
Main Ingredients: All Purpose Flour, Kosher Salt, Baking Powder, Baking
If you can't decide between cupcakes or a cake for your Valentine's Day celebration, why not have both? These Mini Valentine's Day Cakes are essentially small, individual-sized cakes that are perfect for sharing with your loved one. The moist and flavorful cake is topped with a fluffy buttercream frosting and decorated with heart-shaped sprinkles. These mini cakes are a fun and unique way to celebrate the holiday of love.
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Valentine's Day Pink Lemonade Punch
Main Ingredients: Pink Lemonade, Club Soda, Grenadine Syrup
Need a refreshing and festive drink to go with your Valentine's Day cupcakes? This Pink Lemonade Punch is the perfect choice. Made with pink lemonade, Sprite, and a hint of raspberry vodka, this drink is sweet, bubbly, and oh-so-perfect for the holiday. Serve it alongside your cupcakes for a complete and delicious Valentine's Day spread.
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Valentine's Day Vanilla Cupcakes
Main Ingredients: Flour, Baking Powder, Salt, Butter, Sugar, Eggs, Milk
For a classic and simple Valentine's Day treat, these Vanilla Cupcakes are the way to go. The moist and fluffy vanilla cake is topped with a smooth and creamy vanilla buttercream frosting and decorated with heart-shaped sprinkles. These cupcakes are a crowd-pleaser and perfect for any Valentine's Day celebration.
The Perfect Cupcake Mold
Choosing the Right Pan
To make a giant cupcake, you will need a special pan designed specifically for this purpose. These pans come in different sizes and shapes, but for this recipe, we recommend using a pan that makes a cupcake with a diameter of 7 inches and a height of 5 inches. This will give you the perfect size for a giant cupcake that can serve 8-10 people. Make sure to grease the pan with butter and dust it with flour to prevent the cake from sticking.
Ingredients for the Cupcake
Now that you have the perfect mold, let's move on to the ingredients. You will need all-purpose flour, sugar, eggs, butter, milk, baking powder, vanilla extract, and red food coloring for that lovely Valentine's touch. You can also add some chocolate chips or sprinkles to the batter to make it even more festive.
Assembling the Cupcake
Once your batter is ready, pour it into the prepared pan, making sure to fill both the top and bottom halves equally. Bake the bottom half for 45-50 minutes and the top half for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean. Once the cupcakes are out of the oven, let them cool completely before removing them from the pan.
Decorating the Cupcake
Now comes the fun part, decorating your giant cupcake. You can get creative and use your favorite frosting, or you can follow our buttercream frosting recipe for a smooth and creamy finish. Once the cupcake is frosted, you can add some heart-shaped sprinkles, chocolate shavings, or fresh berries on top for an extra touch of love.
Final Thoughts
There you have it, a delicious and impressive valentines giant cupcake that will make your loved one feel special. You can also personalize the cupcake by writing a sweet message or adding their favorite toppings. This recipe is not just for romantic partners, you can make it for your family and friends as well. So, put on your apron and get ready to spread some love with this giant cupcake.
