Homemade Peeps Cupcakes for Spring Celebrations

Spring baking doesn’t get much more fun than these adorable Peeps Cupcakes. Made with soft, homemade vanilla cupcakes and topped with fluffy buttercream frosting, each cupcake is finished with a colorful marshmallow Peep for the perfect festive touch. They’re bright, cheerful, and guaranteed to bring smiles to anyone who sees them on the dessert table.

These Peeps cupcakes are perfect for Easter celebrations, spring parties, or simply baking something fun with the kids. The homemade vanilla base keeps them classic and delicious, while the playful topping adds a pop of color that instantly makes them holiday-ready. Plus, decorating them is so easy that even little helpers can join in the fun.

Whether you’re planning an Easter brunch, filling dessert trays, or surprising your family with a sweet spring treat, Peeps cupcakes are always a crowd-pleaser. They’re festive, simple to make, and a great way to turn a classic cupcake recipe into something extra special for the season.

More Easter Treats:

Ditch the boring dessert routine this Easter and create a show-stopping spread that’s both fun and delicious with an Easter Dessert Board! It’s the perfect way to satisfy everyone’s sweet tooth and add a festive touch to your Easter celebration.

Easter wouldn’t be complete without some adorable treats, and these Easter Bunny Sugar Cookies are sure to steal the show! They’re a delightful twist on the classic Peeps marshmallow candy, but in delicious cookie form.

You are going to love these adorable Easter Cookie Cups! Not only are these treats super yummy, but they are also super easy to make!

Nothing says Easter like these adorable Easter Bunny Cupcakes! Sit back and watch the kids squeal in delight when they see them! And, who knows? Maybe, you will love them just as much!

Ingredients:

For the cupcakes –

• 1 c sugar
• 1 c flour
• ½ c cocoa powder
• 1 t baking powder
• ½ t baking soda
• ½ t salt
• 1 t vanilla
• 2 eggs
• 1 c milk
• ½ c oil

For the frosting –

• 1 c unsalted butter, softened
• 4 c powdered sugar
• 1 t vanilla
• 1 t salt
• 3 T milk
• Green food coloring
• Easter sprinkles
• Peeps marshmallows

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.  Line a couple of standard muffin tins with cupcake liners and set aside. 
2. For the cupcakes – in the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the sugar, flour, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.  Whisk to combine.
3. Add in the vanilla, eggs, milk and oil.  Mix on low until combined and scrape down the sides often.
4. Using a measuring cup or similar, scoop the cake batter evenly into the prepared cupcake tins.
5. Bake in the preheated oven for 14-16 minutes or until the center is set.  Allow to cool completely before decorating.
6. For the frosting – in the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the softened butter and about half of the powdered sugar.
7. Mix on low until combined, scraping down the sides often.
8. Add in the remaining powdered sugar, salt and vanilla.  Mix on low until combined.
9. Add in the milk and mix until combined, scraping down the sides often.
10. Add in the green food coloring – starting with just a little and adding more if needed to achieve the desired shade of green. 
11. Transfer the frosting to a piping bag fitted with a large star tip. 
12. To assemble – once the cupcakes are cooled, pipe a large mound of frosting over each cupcake.
13. Immediately decorate with the sprinkles and insert a Peeps marshmallow to set in the center. 

 

Serving Suggestions

Serve these Peeps cupcakes on a colorful spring dessert tray for Easter brunch or holiday gatherings. They also make wonderful treats for classroom parties or spring celebrations. For an extra festive presentation, sprinkle pastel-colored sprinkles or edible glitter over the buttercream before adding the Peep on top.

Storage

Cupcakes should be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. 

Print the Recipe:

Fun and Festive Peeps Cupcakes

Yield: 20-24

Prep Time: 30 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 45 minutes

These Peeps cupcakes feature homemade vanilla cupcakes topped with buttercream frosting and colorful marshmallow Peeps for a fun Easter dessert.

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Ingredients

• For the cupcakes -
• 1 c sugar
• 1 c flour
• ½ c cocoa powder
• 1 t baking powder
• ½ t baking soda
• ½ t salt
• 1 t vanilla
• 2 eggs
• 1 c milk
• ½ c oil
• For the frosting -
• 1 c unsalted butter, softened
• 4 c powdered sugar
• 1 t vanilla
• 1 t salt
• 3 T milk
• Green food coloring
• Easter sprinkles
• Peeps marshmallows

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.  Line a couple standard muffin tins with cupcake liners and set aside. 
2. For the cupcakes - in the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the sugar, flour, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.  Whisk to combine.
3. Add in the vanilla, eggs, milk and oil.  Mix on low until combined and scrape down the sides often.
4. Using a measuring cup or similar, scoop the cake batter evenly into the prepared cupcake tins. 
5. Bake in the preheated oven for 14-16 minutes or until the center is set.  Allow to cool completely before decorating.
6. For the frosting - in the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the softened butter and about half of the powdered sugar.
7. Mix on low until combined, scraping down the sides often.
8. Add in the remaining powdered sugar, salt and vanilla.  Mix on low until combined.
9. Add in the milk and mix until combined, scraping down the sides often.
10. Add in the green food coloring - starting with just a little and adding more if needed to achieve the desired shade of green. 
11. Transfer the frosting to a piping bag fitted with a large star tip. 
12. To assemble - once the cupcakes are cooled, pipe a large mound of frosting over each cupcake.
13. Immediately decorate with the sprinkles and insert a Peeps marshmallow to set in the center. 

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