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    Home » Blog

    Best Father's Day Cupcakes

    Published: Jun 5, 2022 · Modified: Dec 18, 2022 by Kachina · This post may contain affiliate links.

    Looking for the best Father’s Day cupcake ideas? This list is a round-up of the tastiest cupcakes for your Dad to show him you care with some sweet treats!

    a collection of the best fathers day cupcake ideas for dad

    Cupcakes make such a great gift for Dad and it’s one you can share with the whole family, perfect for parties and gatherings.

    Everything from boozy cupcakes and Dad’s favorite flavors to and sporty father’s day themed cupcakes like fishing and golf.

    These are also great cupcakes for your Dad’s birthday too.

    Jump to:
    • 1. Salted Caramel Whiskey Cupcakes
    • 2. Bailey's Irish Cream Cupcakes
    • 3. Pirate's Temptation Cupcakes
    • 4. Chocolate Orange Cupcakes
    • 5. Funfetti Cupcakes
    • 6. Matcha Green Tea Cupcakes
    • 7. Fishing Themed Cupcakes
    • 8. Beer & Sauerkraut Cupcakes
    • 9. Root Beer Float Cupcakes
    • 10. Hershey's Chocolate Cupcakes
    • 11. Snickers Cupcakes
    • 12. Boston Cream Cupcakes
    • 13. Kit Kat Cupcakes
    • 14. Double Chocolate Peanut Butter Cupcakes
    • 15. Bourbon Spice Cupcakes
    • 16. Maple Bacon Cupcakes
    • 17. Taco Cupcakes
    • 18. White Russian Cupcakes
    • 19. Apple Spice Cupcakes
    • 20. S'mores Cupcakes
    • 21. Dark Chocolate Salted Caramel Cupcakes
    • 22. Tiramisu Cupcakes
    • 23. Gardening Cupcakes
    • 24. Churro Cupcakes
    • 25. Campfire Cupcakes
    • 26. Golf Cupcakes
    • 27. Lemon Lime 7UP Soda Cupcakes
    • 28. Apple Cider Cupcakes
    • 29. Football Cupcakes
    • 30. Sticky Toffee Cupcakes
    • 31. Carrot Cake Cupcakes
    • 32. Caramel Cream Cheese Cupcakes
    • 33. Stout Chocolate Cupcakes
    • 34. Chocolate Coffee Cupcakes
    • 35. Oreo Cupcakes
    • 🧁 More Sweet Ideas!
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    1. Salted Caramel Whiskey Cupcakes

    A delicious brown sugar whisky cupcake with delicious salted caramel buttercream. This cupcake is super simple to make and the perfect boozy Father's Day cupcake.

    Use your Dad's favorite whiskey for a great Father's day gift!

    salted caramel whiskey cupcakes from above on wire rack
    See Recipe

    2. Bailey's Irish Cream Cupcakes

    A soft and fluffy cupcake with Bailey's Irish cream in both the sponge and the frosting. It's a deliciously creamy boozy cupcake for all the dads that love Bailey's!

    Nothing says Happy Father's Day like a sweet gift for your dad!

    Bailey's Irish cream liqueur cupcake with Bailey's buttercream frosting
    See Recipe

    3. Pirate's Temptation Cupcakes

    These nautical themed cupcakes have a pretty beach and sea waves. You can add a mermaid's tail or other sea creatures to decorate. They're tasty brown sugar cupcakes with a sneaky rum dulce de leche surprise inside!

    Pirates temptation cupcakes - salted rum dulce de leche mermaid beach
    See Recipe

    4. Chocolate Orange Cupcakes

    A flavor combination that dreams are made of, these chocolate orange cupcakes are a deliciously sweet gift for Dad this Father's Day!

    Easy Terry's chocolate orange cupcakes with an orange buttercream. Recipe using orange extract.
    See Recipe

    5. Funfetti Cupcakes

    Nothing says party fun like a funfetti cupcake! A soft vanilla cupcake with confetti sprinkles with vanilla buttercream on top. Decorate with more sprinkles in your father's favourite colours! Great for family parties and celebrations!

    vanilla funfetti cupcakes with confetti sprinkles inside and on top of vanilla buttercream
    See Recipe

    6. Matcha Green Tea Cupcakes

    For something a little different this Father's Day, give these green tea matcha cupcakes a try! A natural bright colour and full of delicious matcha latte flavour with a vanilla hint. Drizzle with white chocolate for a cute topping!

    Matcha green tea cupcakes with a matcha buttercream frosting and white chocolate drizzle
    See Recipe

    7. Fishing Themed Cupcakes

    These fishing themed cupcakes featuring a pretzel fishing rod with a Goldfish “caught” on the end are adorable! Perfect party dessert for Dad!

    Easy Fishing Themed Cupcakes
    See Recipe

    8. Beer & Sauerkraut Cupcakes

    This unusual chocolate cupcake is so, so good. The cocoa, beer, and sauerkraut combination make for an exquisite pairing your Dad will love!

    Easy to make, this beer cupcake recipe is unique and fabulous, perfect for Father's Day parties.

    Beer and Sauerkraut Cupcakes Recipe
    See Recipe

    9. Root Beer Float Cupcakes

    All the goodness of a classic root beer float in cupcake form! This fun and tasty spin on a classic root beer float packs the delicious old-fashioned flavor of root beer into a moist cupcake that makes a cute and creative treat.

    For a nostalgic treat this Father's Day! Especially if you and your Dad used to share these together.

    Root Beer Float Cupcakes
    See Recipe

    10. Hershey's Chocolate Cupcakes

    Learn how to make the best Perfect Hershey’s Chocolate Cupcakes paired with a creamy, silky chocolate icing that is quick and easy to make!

    If your Dad loves chocolate, these cupcakes are the best Father's Day gift!

    Perfect Hershey’s Chocolate Cupcakes
    See Recipe

    11. Snickers Cupcakes

    These Chocolate Snickers Cupcakes have a light and fluffy chocolate cake base, topped with peanut butter frosting and little chunks of Snickers! If your dad loves Snicker's, this is the perfect cupcake for him.

    Chocolate Snickers Cupcakes
    See Recipe

    12. Boston Cream Cupcakes

    How can you not adore these delicious Boston Cream Cupcakes? They're a little fancier than ordinary cupcakes and are a delicious Father's Day dessert.

    Cake from scratch, a shortcut vanilla cream, and chocolate ganache - yum!

    Boston Cream Cupcakes
    See Recipe

    13. Kit Kat Cupcakes

    Does your Dad love kitkats? If so, you've got to give these beauties a try! He's gonna love them.

    Chocolate Kit Kat cupcakes filled with wafer pieces, topped with a whipped Kit Kat buttercream frosting. So awesome your Dad is going to ask for them for birthdays, father's day and all events he can!

    Kit Kat cupcakes with whipped Kit Kat buttercream
    See Recipe

    14. Double Chocolate Peanut Butter Cupcakes

    Peanut butter and chocolate are a match made in heaven. If this is one of your Dad's favourite flavours, you've got to give these a go!

    Double chocolate cupcakes with a peanut butter cream centre topped with chocolate buttercream. They're like Reece's pieces in cupcake form.

    Double Chocolate Peanut Butter Filled Cupcakes
    See Recipe

    15. Bourbon Spice Cupcakes

    Bourbon Spice Cupcakes are moist, decadent, and deliciously indulgent. These bourbon cupcakes are a perfect combination of cocktail and dessert, a great Father's Day dessert.

    Bourbon Spice Cupcakes
    See Recipe

    16. Maple Bacon Cupcakes

    Breakfast in a cupcake! If your Dad is a breakfast lover, these cupcakes are one of the best Father's Day dessert ideas.

    Maple Bacon Cupcakes Recipe
    See Recipe

    17. Taco Cupcakes

    These easy to make taco cupcakes will be the highlight of any party, but especially for a Father's Day party if your Dad is a big taco fan.

    How to Make Taco Cupcakes
    See Recipe

    18. White Russian Cupcakes

    Another great boozy cupcake for Dad! White Russian Cupcakes with a Vodka Buttercream Icing, simply boozy perfection.

    White Russian Cupcakes with Vodka Buttercream Icing
    See Recipe

    19. Apple Spice Cupcakes

    These apple spice cupcakes with buttercream frosting are made with a lovely spice cake with fresh apple and a spiced buttercream frosting.

    If your Dad loves apple spice, they're great for Father's Day parties, birthdays, or as a special treat to share with family and friends.

    Apple Spice Cupcakes with Spiced Buttercream
    See Recipe

    20. S'mores Cupcakes

    Did you ever go camping with your Dad? These delicious cupcakes are a shot of nostalgia, making s'mores and being out in nature with your family.

    An easy one-bowl chocolate cupcake topped with graham crackers and topped with toasted marshmallow frosting

    S’mores Cupcakes
    See Recipe

    21. Dark Chocolate Salted Caramel Cupcakes

    A rich and decadent cupcake perfect for Daddy as a DIY fathers day gift.

    Dark chocolate cupcakes are piped with salted caramel buttercream and drizzled in homemade bourbon caramel sauce for a sweet and salty dessert.

    Dark Chocolate Cupcakes (+ Caramel Buttercream!)
    See Recipe

    22. Tiramisu Cupcakes

    Whether your dad is Italian or not, he'll love this tiramisu in cupcake form! A dessert for Father's Day that he can share with friends and family.

    This tiramisu cupcake recipe is dream come true for coffee and tiramisu lovers! Coffee soaked melt in your mouth cupcakes with creamy mascarpone frosting on top dusted with cocoa powder!

    Epic tiramisu cupcake recipe
    See Recipe

    23. Gardening Cupcakes

    These earth cupcakes are the best idea for Father's Day if your Dad likes gardening!

    Earth Day Cupcakes Recipe
    See Recipe

    24. Churro Cupcakes

    Calling all churros fans! These delicious Churro Cupcakes are so sweet and tempting. Give your Dad the sweetest gift this fathers day.

    Churro Cupcakes
    See Recipe

    25. Campfire Cupcakes

    Remind your dad of all the fun times you had camping as a kid with these tasty and cool cupcakes!

    Campfire Cupcakes
    See Recipe

    26. Golf Cupcakes

    If your Father is a big golfing fan, these golf theme cupcakes are the perfect gift for your Dad.

    These adorable cupcakes can be made with just a few items. Or make these cute golf cupcakes for a Birthday party too.

    Golf Fathers Day Cupcakes
    See Recipe

    27. Lemon Lime 7UP Soda Cupcakes

    These lemon lime (7up) soda cupcakes are delicious with the perfect hint of citrus and sweet! The soda makes the cake light and fluffy! They're great as a gift for Dad.

    Lemon Lime 7up Soda Cupcakes
    See Recipe

    28. Apple Cider Cupcakes

    These Apple Cider Cupcakes are made with real apple cider, spice cake mix, and apple pie spice. Your Dad will LOVE these baked goodies, they're a delicious flavour combo. Especially great if your Dad is a big fan of cider!

    Apple Cider Cupcakes
    See Recipe

    29. Football Cupcakes

    Perfect for all the Dads that love football, these cupcakes are easy to make and are such a cool Father's Day theme!

    Cute Football Cupcakes
    See Recipe

    30. Sticky Toffee Cupcakes

    For a sweet gift this Father's Day, make your dad these sticky toffee cupcakes. They're the best dessert idea for your Dad, and great to share with the whole family.

    Sticky Toffee Cupcakes
    See Recipe

    31. Carrot Cake Cupcakes

    These Carrot Cupcakes with White Chocolate Cream Frosting are a delicious treat for your Dad. They make the best fathers day present!

    Carrot Cupcakes with White Chocolate Cream Frosting
    See Recipe

    32. Caramel Cream Cheese Cupcakes

    If your Dad has a sweet tooth, get a load of these cuppies!

    Loaded with rich caramel flavor in both the cupcakes and frosting, then sprinkled with a touch of sea salt for that beloved sweet-salty combination.

    Salted Caramel Cupcakes with Caramel Cream Cheese Frosting
    See Recipe

    33. Stout Chocolate Cupcakes

    Looking for THE BEST Father’s Day dessert? Look no more. Chocolate Stout Cupcakes with Salted Caramel Buttercream is the perfect cupcake for your dad!

    Chocolate Stout Cupcakes with Salted Caramel Buttercream
    See Recipe

    34. Chocolate Coffee Cupcakes

    These coffee cupcakes are exceptionally moist and so rich in flavor. With the perfect amount of espresso, these are every bit worth it.

    If your Dad is a bit of a coffee addict, he's going to love these cupcakes!

    Coffee Cupcakes with Simple Coffee Buttercream Frosting
    See Recipe

    35. Oreo Cupcakes

    For a cute Father's Day cupcake idea, these Oreo cupcakes are a real winner. Oreo Cupcakes and Oreo Buttercream Frosting are cookies and cream style cupcakes full of Oreo cookies. They're sure to be a hit with Dad's that are Oreo lovers!

    Oreo Cupcakes and Oreo Buttercream Frosting
    See Recipe

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