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17 Savory-Sweet Cupcakes

From Mini Holiday Meal Munchies to Greasy Spoon Confections

— January 18, 2012 — Lifestyle
The ever-adaptive cupcake has taken on many unique flavors, but none are as adventurous as these savory-sweet cupcakes. Capitalizing on that undeniably tempting duo of sugar and salt, these tasty confections may take a little getting used to. Providing you with the full meal deal in a convenient cup size, these savory-sweet cupcakes offer a taste odyssey like no other.

From bacon-studded stunners to healthy kale-clad confections, there is no shortage to the creative flavor combinations these intriguing cupcakes possess. Sure to raise more than their fair share of eyebrows, these savory-sweet cupcakes are an alluring group of delicious oddities. Loaded with flavor and undeniable novelty, these unique cakes are sure to pique your curiosity.

Strangely addictive and wonderfully creative, these savory-sweet cupcakes are oddly delicious.
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Divine Dessert-Shaped Dinners
Divine Dessert-Shaped Dinners
These Mac and Cheese Cupcakes Deliver Playfully Cheesy Bliss
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Corn Chip Cakes
Corn Chip Cakes
These Frito Caramel Cupcakes are the Ideal Salty Sweet Treat
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Meat Infused Cupcakes
Meat Infused Cupcakes
The Deluxe Meat Loaf Bakery is a Vegan's Worst Nightmare
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Petite Pastry Hybrids
Petite Pastry Hybrids
These Cranberry and Cheese Danish Cupcakes are Wonderfully Inventive
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Beer-Soaked Baked Treats
Beer-Soaked Baked Treats
These Stout Cupcakes Will Make You a Hero in Your Man's Eyes
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Greasy Spoon Confections
Greasy Spoon Confections
The Chicken and Waffle Cupcake is Sinfully Sweet and Salty
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Kale-Clad Confections
Kale-Clad Confections
These Vegetable Cupcakes Prove That Dessert Can be Nutritious and Delicious
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Eggcellent Hybrid Creations
Eggcellent Hybrid Creations
The Pancake, Bacon and Egg Cupcakes are a Sweet and Savory Delight
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Early Bird Cakes
Early Bird Cakes
These Maple French Toast and Bacon Cupcakes are the Perfect Tribute to Breakfast
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Mini Holiday Meal Munchies
Mini Holiday Meal Munchies
Thanksgiving Meal Cupcakes Demonstrate Fun Portion Control
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Dinner Dessert Hybrids
Dinner Dessert Hybrids
These Sausage and Mash Cupcakes are Appetizing and Perfect for Dinner
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Bold Brunch-Inspired Confections
Bold Brunch-Inspired Confections
Cupcakes Benedict Places the Classic Egg Dish on Top of a Cake
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Porky Breakfast Desserts
Porky Breakfast Desserts
Get Ready for Your Morning with Bacon-Inspired Cupcakes
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Honey Baked Ham Cupcakes
Honey Baked Ham Cupcakes
Sweet & Savory Treats to Satisfy Your Pork Tooth
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Baby Back Rib Cupcakes
Baby Back Rib Cupcakes
This Sweet and Savory Meat-Filled Cornbread Dessert Packs a Punch
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Spud Spiked Desserts
Spud Spiked Desserts
These Chocolate Mashed Potato Cupcakes are Deliciously Intriguing
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Male-Focused Desserts
Male-Focused Desserts
These Featured ManCakes are Sure to Appeal to the Macho Man in Your Home
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