Kids' cupcake recipes

These bright and fun cupcakes are perfect for kids' parties

Bake these easy vanilla cupcakes in just 35 minutes. Perfect for birthdays, picnics or whenever you fancy a sweet treat, they're sure to be a crowd-pleaser

Teach 8-14 year olds how to make fairy cakes and guarantee a fun kitchen activity

These wonderful tangy treats taste perfect with a spoonful of crème fraîche

Make someone smile with these cheery rainbow cupcakes. The striped sponge and buttercream sprinkle topping are sure to brighten anyone’s day

Rustle up a batch of vanilla cupcakes with pretty butter icing for a family picnic or weekend treat. Decorate them with fruit or sprinkles, if you like

It's just not a party without unicorn cupcakes. Try these easy vanilla sponges with mesmerising rainbow-swirled buttercream and chocolate button and sprinkle decoration

These sweet banana cakes are lovely and simple to make for a bake sale or children's party

Decorate these easy vanilla cupcakes with buttercream and the topping of your choice. They're super-simple to make and taste divine – great as a teatime treat

These easy chocolate chip, vanilla and pale pink buttercream cupcakes mimic Neapolitan ice cream and are perfect for a little treat at a picnic

Make lots, these will disappear fast says Good Food reader Lily, aged 5

These light cakes are perfect for freezing – they just need a quick blast in the microwave to bring them back to life

These cupcakes are little portions of perfection and are great to share with friends

Make these extra special spiced apple cupcakes as a gift for family and friends at Christmastime. Kids will love getting involved in the decorating

Adding a little fruit purée to your buttercream frosting gives you a berry flavour and vibrant colour atop your sponges

These cupcakes bring sweet bursts of joy with every bite, perfect for a celebration or party

Dad'll love these easy cupcakes, make them really chocolatey or put his favourite sweet or nut on top - the perfect treat!

These cute bunny cupcakes are a great Easter activity for kids, and they're ideal for party platters. These super sponges will be snapped up

Pretty as a picture, but dead simple. Add a paper flag and these will double as place names or favours at a wedding

Budding star gazers, bake your way through the moon cycle with our tasty chocolate cupcakes. Arrange them in the right order to make a gorgeous display and test your science skills

Top these cupcakes with buttercream and your favourite mini biscuits and they're sure to go down a storm. A perfect project for little hands

These individual sponges have a secret centre and a cream cheese frosting – serve topped with homemade caramel buttons

This beautiful bake is a great way to celebrate Lewis Carroll's iconic Alice in Wonderland - decorate with fondant icing and chocolate bars

Employ some clever tricks to achieve a dairy-free bake. Egg-free mayonnaise, almond milk and margarine are the secrets to these vegan cupcakes