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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    8 Summer Cupcakes That Will Brighten Your Day

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on July 10, 2025, updated July 1, 2025 - Leave a Comment

    Summer is the perfect time to enjoy light and fun treats, and cupcakes are a great way to celebrate the season. With bright colors and bold flavors, these eight summer cupcakes are sure to bring a smile to your face. From fruity toppings to creamy frostings, each one is a delightful way to enjoy the warm weather.

    Key Lime Cupcakes

    Key Lime Cupcakes.
    Photo credit: FODMAP Everyday.

    These cupcakes bring the refreshing taste of key lime pie into a fun dessert form. Using a boxed cake mix makes the process simple and quick. With a layer of graham cracker crust, a tangy lime curd filling, and a creamy lime frosting on top, these treats are perfect for summer gatherings.

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    S'Mores Cupcakes

    S'Mores Cupcakes.
    Photo credit: FODMAP Everyday.

    A graham cracker crust sits beneath a rich, chocolate cake that's simple enough to mix by hand in just one bowl. Topping it all off is a light and fluffy marshmallow frosting that adds a sweet finish. This dessert is perfect for summer gatherings and will surely impress your friends and family.

    S'Mores Cupcakes

    Rhubarb Honey Cupcakes

    RHUBARB HONEY CUPCAKES.
    Photo credit: The Creative Bite.

    These cupcakes blend the tangy taste of rhubarb with the natural sweetness of honey. They are perfect for a springtime dessert and are sure to please anyone who enjoys the distinct flavor of rhubarb.

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    Strawberry Filled Cupcakes

    A strawberry filled cupcake.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    These summer cupcakes are a hit with everyone, from kids to adults. They’re simple to whip up, using just vanilla cupcakes, fresh strawberries, and whipped cream. You can have them ready in less than an hour, making them perfect for any summer gathering.

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    Pineapple Upside Down Cupcakes

    Pineapple Upside Down Cupcakes.
    Photo credit: A Virtual Vegan.

    These cupcakes are super easy to whip up in a blender and are naturally vegan, oil-free, and flour-free. Topped with sweet, caramelized pineapple, they have a light and fluffy texture that everyone will love. They’re perfect for summer gatherings and taste amazing with a scoop of ice cream on the side.

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    Lemon Poppy Seed Cupcakes

    Lemon Poppy Seed Cupcakes.
    Photo credit: Spatula Desserts.

    Lemon and poppy seeds go perfectly together in these delightful cupcakes. They are light and soft, bursting with fresh lemon flavor. Each cupcake is filled with zesty lemon curd and topped with a simple whipped mascarpone frosting, making them a refreshing treat for any occasion.

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    Strawberry Crunch Cupcakes

    Strawberry Crunch Cupcakes.
    Photo credit: Spatula Desserts.

    These homemade Strawberry Crunch Cupcakes are sure to be a hit. They feature soft vanilla cupcakes topped with a creamy cream cheese frosting and a delightful strawberry crunch that brings a fruity twist. The strawberry shortcake crunch adds a fun texture and a burst of flavor, making these cupcakes a perfect treat for any summer gathering.

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    Funfetti Ice Cream Cone Cupcakes

    Funfetti ice cream cone cupcakes.
    Photo credit: xoxoBella.

    These cheerful cupcakes are great for any gathering or celebration. They're easy to whip up using funfetti cake mix, making them a breeze to prepare. With their colorful sprinkles and delightful flavor, they add a festive touch to summer events.

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    About Emmeline Kemperyd

    Emmeline Kemperyd is a writer, food blogger, recipe creator and food photographer and the founder of alwaysusebutter.com. She has 20+ years experience creating and simplifying recipes so they taste good, and are quick, easy, and approachable. She is a regular contributor to MSN and her work has been featured by The Guardian, Well+Good, Vulture, SheKnows, Good Men Project, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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