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    15 Thanksgiving Cupcakes That Will Be the Star of Your Feast!

    Published: Nov 1, 2024 by Barbara Curry

    Disclaimer: This post may contain affiliate links.

    If you’re looking for a way to make your dessert table extra special this year, these Thanksgiving cupcakes are about to steal the show. From cute little turkeys to warm fall flavors, these treats bring a fun twist to your holiday spread. They’re not only delicious but super festive, perfect for adding that extra “wow” to your Thanksgiving feast. Let’s check out some ideas to make your holiday baking a hit!

    Chocolate Black Bottom Cupcakes With Cream Cheese

    Black bottom chocolate cupcakes on parchment paper.
    Chocolate Black Bottom Cupcakes With Cream Cheese. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.


     

    Chocolate black bottom cream cheese cupcakes with chocolate chips and a dollop of sweetened cheesecake filling.
    Get the Recipe: Chocolate Black Bottom Cupcakes With Cream Cheese

    Cinnamon Sweet Potato Muffins Recipe

    A muffin cut in half.
    Cinnamon Sweet Potato Muffins Recipe. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

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    Sweet potatoes are the secret to making moist muffins that stay that way for more than a day. A Streusel topping makes these Sweet Potato Muffins even better.
    Get the Recipe: Cinnamon Sweet Potato Muffins Recipe

    Raspberry White Chocolate Muffins

    raspberry and white chocolate muffins next to a bowl of honey butter.
    Raspberry White Chocolate Muffins. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Raspberry White Chocolate Muffins stuffed with fresh, juicy berries and white chocolate chips will be your new favorite breakfast treat.
    Get the Recipe: Raspberry White Chocolate Muffins

    Chunky Banana And Chocolate Chip Muffins

    Two banana chocolate chip muffins on a plate with parchment paper.
    Chunky Banana And Chocolate Chip Muffins. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Chunky Banana Muffins are filled with pieces of banana instead of mashed bananas, giving them a great texture. A moist and delicious muffin.
    Get the Recipe: Chunky Banana And Chocolate Chip Muffins

    Not Too Sweet Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins

    Lemon muffins next to slices of lemon on a cooling rack.
    Not Too Sweet Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Tender muffins that are super soft and moist and just the right amount of texture from crunchy poppy seeds! Finished off with a simple lemon glaze.
    Get the Recipe: Not Too Sweet Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins

    Old School Morning Glory Muffins With Coconut

    A muffin broken in half covered with cinnamon butter.
    Old School Morning Glory Muffins With Coconut. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Filled with hearty ingredients like carrots, apple, and coconut, these insanely good muffins are a great start to your busy day.
    Get the Recipe: Old School Morning Glory Muffins With Coconut

    Pear Muffins With Candied Ginger

    Pear Muffins With Candied Ginger. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Pear muffins make a delicious breakfast or afternoon snack, especially during the fall and winter months. Candied ginger adds some spice.
    Get the Recipe: Pear Muffins With Candied Ginger

    ​Homemade Banana Carrot Cake Cupcakes With Cinnamon Frosting

    A bite taken out of a carrot cake cupcake.
    ​Homemade Banana Carrot Cake Cupcakes With Cinnamon Frosting. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

    Fluffy cream cheese frosting tops these moist carrot cake cupcakes for a decadent treat that’s not too sweet.
    Get the Recipe: ​Homemade Banana Carrot Cake Cupcakes With Cinnamon Frosting

    Strawberry Filled Cupcakes With Cream Cheese Frosting

    Frosted cupcakes with sprinkles.
    Strawberry Filled Cupcakes With Cream Cheese Frosting. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

    Strawberry Filled Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting have strawberry jam, strawberry puree and freeze-dried strawberries all in a moist cupcake.
    Get the Recipe: Strawberry Filled Cupcakes With Cream Cheese Frosting

    Moist Peach Cupcakes With Peach Buttercream Frosting

    A vanilla cupcake with creamy white frosting sits in a partially peeled paper liner, showing a bite taken out. Two peach slices are on the plate—perfect inspiration for Easy Dessert Recipes.
    Moist Peach Cupcakes With Peach Buttercream Frosting. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

    These Peach Cupcakes are moist, tender, and bursting with fresh peach flavor thanks to peach puree in the batter and buttercream frosting.
    Get the Recipe: Moist Peach Cupcakes With Peach Buttercream Frosting

    Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins With Streusel

    A pumpkin muffin cut in half with cream cheese filling
    Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins With Streusel. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

    Fall in love with these Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins! They’re made with real pumpkin, tangy cream cheese, and topped with cinnamon sugar streusel.
    Get the Recipe: Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins With Streusel

    Fresh Rhubarb Streusel Muffins With Cream Cheese

    Top view of eight freshly baked muffins with crumbly tops in brown paper liners, arranged on a cooling rack. One muffin is set apart on a white plate, its liner partially unwrapped. A light gray napkin is casually draped in the background.
    Fresh Rhubarb Streusel Muffins With Cream Cheese. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

    These rhubarb muffins are the perfect balance of tart and sweet thanks to fresh rhubarb and a delicious streusel topping.
    Get the Recipe: Fresh Rhubarb Streusel Muffins With Cream Cheese

    Caramel-filled Churro Cupcakes

    Caramel-filled Churro Cupcakes. Photo Credit: Kickass Baker.

    Moist churro cupcakes filled with caramel and topped with a rich cinnamon cream cheese frosting. These Caramel-filled Churro Cupcakes are next level!
    Get the Recipe: Caramel-filled Churro Cupcakes

    Ooey Gooey S’mores Cupcakes

    Ooey Gooey S’mores Cupcakes. Photo Credit: Kickass Baker.

    S’mores cupcakes have the familiar flavors of graham cracker, chocolate and toasted marshmallow in cupcake form!
    Get the Recipe: Ooey Gooey S’mores Cupcakes

    Bakery-Style Raspberry Muffins (With Sour Cream)

    Bakery-Style Raspberry Muffins (With Sour Cream). Photo credit: Kickass Baker.

    Bursting with raspberry flavor from raspberry jam, these bakery-style raspberry muffins are made with sour cream for moisture and flavor, with a hint of lemon. Makes 8 jumbo muffins.
    Get the Recipe: Bakery-Style Raspberry Muffins (With Sour Cream)

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    Barbara Curry is the culinary adventurer of Butter & Baggage. With a dedicated enthusiasm for real butter made from happy cows she is in constant pursuit of delicious recipes and tasty dishes. She shares her experiences, ventures, and occasional misadventures because let’s face it things can get messy in any kitchen.

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