Name: Popsicle Cupcakes for Summer
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 12 cupcakes
Cuisine: American

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February 8, 2026

Popsicle Cupcakes for Summer are fun, whimsical and fantastic. Perfect for lazy days by the pool and parties at the beach. Popsicle Cupcakes are good for the summer because they are colorful and full of flavor, and have sunny imagery. These cupcakes have little popsicle shapes on them that make them perfect for hot summer days.

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Popsicle Cupcakes for Summer

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Ingredients

WarningMilk and 5 other allergens identified

Instructions

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Instructions

Bake cupcakes per recipe and cool completely.

Pipe a flat swirl of whipped cream frosting on each cupcake.

Cut the toothpicks in half. Place a toothpick half in each candy, with the pointed toothpick end into the wide part of the candy to create the popsicles.

Place 2-3 popsicles on each cupcake.

Use sprinkles on each cupcake to fill a little of the space

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Candy Decoration Pro 🍬
Freeze Mike & Ike candies for 10-15 minutes before decorating to prevent melting and maintain crisp popsicle shapes on cupcakes.
Frosting Texture Secret 🧁
Chill whipped cream frosting for 30 minutes before piping to achieve perfect stability and prevent drooping in summer heat.
Sprinkle Application Technique 🌈
Use a small fine-mesh strainer to evenly distribute sprinkles, creating a professional and consistent decorative look.
Cake Mix Moisture Hack 💦
Add an extra egg and replace water with whole milk to create a more tender, rich yellow cake base that stays moist.
Popsicle Shape Perfection 🍡
Use wooden popsicle sticks inserted at a slight angle to create the illusion of actual popsicles emerging from the cupcake tops.