Name: Heart Cupcakes
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 24 cupcakes
Cuisine: American

Cake Mix Recipes Verified

February 8, 2026

These cute Heart Cupcakes are so sweet. No special mold need to perfect these Valentines Day cupcakes. Heart Cupcakes are the perfect way to say that you love someone. This recipe is so easy to do and since you use a box cake mix it’s fast as well. You can make it with different flavors of cake and use whatever toppings that you like.

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Heart Cupcakes

Cake Mix Recipes Verified

Ingredients

WarningMilk and 6 other allergens identified

Instructions

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Instructions

Line the cupcake tin with cupcake liners.

Place a marble in the center of the "top" of the cupcake.

Fold a small piece of foil to fit on both sides of the cupcake liner.

Use a 1/4 measuring cup to add the batter to the cupcake tin.

Bake for 15-18 mins.

Remove and let cool in the pan for 20-25 mins.

Once removed you should have a heart-shaped cupcake!

Frost as you would like.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Heart Shape Magic 💘
Create perfect heart-shaped cupcakes by placing a marble or aluminum foil ball between the cupcake liner and pan to create a heart-shaped indent while baking.
Frosting Precision 🎨
Use a piping bag with a large star tip to create elegant, professional-looking swirls that perfectly mimic a heart shape on top of your cupcakes.
Sprinkle Strategy 🌈
For maximum visual appeal, use a mix of different sized sprinkles and strategically place larger ones at the edges of the frosting to create dimension and texture.
Moisture Lock Technique 💧
Brush cooled cupcakes with a simple syrup made from equal parts water and sugar to ensure maximum moisture and prevent dry cake texture.
Color Coordination 🎀
Choose food coloring or frosting colors that complement your sprinkle mix to create a cohesive and visually stunning Valentine's Day dessert.