Well decorated cupcakes bring a sense of childlike joy to any occasion. These cupcakes, however, take baking artistry to a whole new level. From lifelike flowers with impeccable detail to vibrant designs using edible gold, these desserts are tiny masterpieces. So, whether you want to attempt these creations yourself or just love to admire, here’s a roundup of stunning cupcakes that look almost too good to eat.
Pink Roses It’s incredible that these roses were created with a piping bag, buttercream, and a little finesse. With these sweet blush-colored cupcakes, you’ll provide plenty of Instagram inspiration at your next celebration. Don’t think you can create these yourself? No problem—share this photo with an experienced baker, and she’ll do the rest.
Geodes Feast your eyes on these gems! Topped with crystallized turquoise sugar and edible gold leaf, these cupcakes take the geode craze to new, epic levels.
Succulents We can’t help but love these gorgeous succulent cupcakes by @ivenoven. The lifelike details of each plant make them look like they were plucked right from the soil. Now, all we need is an excuse to throw a bohemian desert themed party.
Fresh Bouquet What’s better than a bouquet full of fresh blooms? Edible ones, of course. These feminine cupcake flowers are a sweet addition to any Parisian themed party or wedding shower.
Mini Potted Cacti The genius behind these cakes, Sprinkle Bakes, offers a peek inside the process so you can create these masterpieces yourself. By using a cannelé pan for the base cake and chocolate nibs for the “soil,” her step-by-step instructions make this DIY much less intimidating.
Pink Flamingos There’s nothing that represents warm weather quite like a pink flamingo. With pool parties on the horizon, these little guys will make the perfect post-swim treat. Too intimidated to create them yourself? You can always get flamingo cupcake toppers here.
Floral Details These jaw-dropping floral designs are the work of cake artist D-Storycake, who creates floral masterpieces you can eat. The pretty pastel colors and striking details prove that art comes in many forms.
Watercolor Paint Pretty desserts don’t need a ton of frill, as these unique watercolor cupcakes by The Layer Cake Shop prove. Using food coloring and edible gold leaf, you can let your inner artist shine with this simple step by step tutorial. With endless color choices, you can tailor this treat to your celebratory needs.
Cupcake Terrarium Create a display fit for a garden party! Gather rich chocolate cupcakes onto a pedestal for a terrarium look that doubles as a centerpiece. This DIY tutorial from Cakegirls shows you how to create the vibrant greens using gum paste in the shape of plants, and they provide links to all necessary tools.
