Mother's Day cupcake recipes

These sponges with a cream cheese topping are light yet wonderfully chocolatey

These pretty roses can be used on cakes and cupcakes to give a romantic and sophisticated finish

These extra-special cupcakes taste just like traditional crumble and custard - top with cream icing and apple-shaped biscuits

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

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

Use up an abundance of blackberries with these irresistible chocolate and berry cupcakes - they're almost too pretty to eat

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

Children will love to make these yummy double chocolate chip cakes topped with rice paper flowers - perfect for a kids Easter baking project

Got a sweet tooth? Treat someone special on Valentine's Day with these rich chocolate cupcakes hiding a secret white chocolate truffle centre

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

A fruity and zingy twist to a classic, perfect with a cup of coffee