These geeky cupcakes prove that you can, in fact, put just about anything on a cupcake. Cupcakes are currently North America's confection of choice and their popularity is showing no signs of letting up. To feed this almost universal demand for the frosted treats, clever cupcake designs that cater to a wide variety of individual interests continue to crop up.
Nerds, geeks and dorks everywhere have found several ingenious ways to express their intense fixation on certain borderline "cool" elements of popular culture through the sugary medium of frosting and fondant. From a slew of Angry Birds-inspired cakes to hype Harry Potter designs, there is no limit to what these geeky bakers can cook up.
Adorned with icons and references only fellow fanatics would understand, these geeky cupcakes are the dorkiest and most lovable way to show your devotion to popular culture.
26 Geeky Cupcakes
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Feline Meme Desserts
These Nyan Cat Cupcakes Bring Smiles and Rainbows With Each Bite
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Avian Gamer Goodies
Angry Birds Cupcakes by Dotatdabbled are an Ode to the Addicting Game
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Peculiar Pastries
10 Unique Cupcakes
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Scrumptious Sorcery Treats
These Harry Potter Cupcake Designs Will Cast a Spell on Your Taste Buds
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Spooky Halloween Snacks
These Zombie Cupcakes Look Too Good to Eat
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Eats for Geeks
Lego Cakes
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Anatomical Holiday Cupcakes
Eat Your Heart Out With Gory Romantic Cakes at the London Dungeon
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Computer App Cupcakes
Uber-Geeky Baking Inspiration
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Superpower Pastries
A Cupcake Wonderland 'Superhero Cupcakes' Pack a Powerful Bite
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Geeky Charitable Cupcakes
The Steve Jobs Inspired Cake Shop is Taking Europe by Storm
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Tasty Muppet Treats
Cupcake Occasions Serves up Tasty Jim Henson Character Desserts
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Cosmic Princess Cupcakes
These Princess Leia Cupcakes by Justjenndesigns are Nebular Noms
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Super Geek Parties
The Windows 7 Launch Party Seems Like a Lot of Fun
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Amazing Android-Made Treats
The Blog Bake Robot is Apparently Written by a Heap of Nuts and Blots
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Mini Muppet Confections
These 'Camo Cupcakes' by Kristie Sarmiento Look Like Oscar the Grouch
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King of Pop Confections
Michael Jackson Cakes Make Me Wanna Sing 'Eat It', Not 'Beat It'
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Manga Munchies
Cakes & Cupcakes With a Hint of Anime & Manga
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Edible Mobile App Icons
iPhone Cupcakes
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Geektastic Cupcakes
Game-Themed Cupcakes Ring in the New Year
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Applicious Desserts
The iPhone Cupcake Toppers are Definitely the Cherry on Top
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Gamer Cupcakes
Mii Cupcakes are Perfect for Wii Parties
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Politically Charged Confections
Choco-pie Wall Street Cupcakes are a Sweet Way to Show Support
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Tooned Confections
The Retro Cartoon Cupcakes are Super Creative
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Manly Cartoon Confections
The Yosemite Sam Cupcake is One Masculine Dessert
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Creepy Confection Adornments
The Zombie Cupcake Kit Helps You Create Scary Halloween Treats
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Delightful Parasite Confections
These Brain Slug Cupcakes are My Kind of Cake
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Candy-Crazed Halloween Costumes
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Miniature Confectionary Sweets
These Micro Cupcakes are the Perfect-Sized Treat
Christmas Coned Confections
'Love From the Oven' Whips up a Disguised Festive Cupcake
Avian Gamer Goodies
Angry Birds Cupcakes by Dotatdabbled are an Ode to the Addicting Game
Hairy Appetite Blogs
The 'Dudes with Beards Eating Cupcakes' Tumblr is the Best of Both Worlds
Fiery Avian Boomboxes
Blast Your Music Through these Wicked Angry Birds Speakers
Creepy Taper Sculptures
A.F. Vandevorst's Woman Made of Candles Glows Eerily
Revealing Avian Fashions
Release Your Inner Geek with the Angry Birds Halter Top
Confined Cranium Cakes
These Brains in a Jar Cupcakes are Terrifyingly Delicious
Couture Cupcakes
Lisa Edsalv Creates Fashionable and Delectable Desserts
Egotistical Celeb Art
The Michael Jackson Commissioned Art Doesn't Cease to Amaze
Macho Man Cupcakes
Butch Bakery Makes Confections for the Manliest of Men
Mini Citrus Cakes
The Orange Dreamcicle Cupcakes are the Perfect Slice of Fruit
Violent Art Stencils
These Prints by Irmantas Genotas are Definitely Not Children-Friendly
Baby Back Rib Cupcakes
This Sweet and Savory Meat-Filled Cornbread Dessert Packs a Punch
Raging Avian Slippers
Angry Birds Flip Flops Flys to Footwear Styles With Furious Anger
Ghostly Childhood Editorials
The Love Magazine Lullaby Spread Has a Supernatural Sense
Ghoulish Glam Galleries
Rebeca Saray Gude's Ashes to Ashes Series is Elegant and Edgy
Valentine Grinches
MH Jeeves Shows Not Everyone is Excited About the Celebration of Love
Festive Striped Sweets
These Candy Corn Cupcakes are Perfect for Halloween
Anatomical Holiday Cupcakes
Eat Your Heart Out With Gory Romantic Cakes at the London Dungeon
Edible Pop Star Treats
Cakey Perry Serves Up a California Gurls High Tea
Scrumptious Multi-Colored Desserts
These Rainbow Cupcakes are Both Creative and Delicious
Comfy Avian Headgear
These Angry Birds Crochet Hats Keep Your Head Warm for the Winter
Mini Holiday Meal Munchies
Thanksgiving Meal Cupcakes Demonstrate Fun Portion Control
Alcoholic Cupcake Recipes
The Dirty Girl Scout Cupcake is Guaranteed Delicious
Cuddly Creature Cupcakes
Make Baking Fun with the Strapya At-Home Macaroon Maker
Mini-Me Morsels
DIY 'Cupcake' Cupcake Toppers are Trippy Dessert Doppelgangers
Cute Confectionary Hybrids
These Coffee Cake Cupcakes Deliver the Power of Two Treats in One
Delectable Dessert Phone Covers
The Strapya Chocolate Cake iPhone Case Looks Good to Eat
Deceptive Teatime Pastries
The Constant Comment Tea Cupcake is Infused with the Hot Beverage
Waxy Confections
Red Elm Designs Creates Fun Crayon Shapes
Campfire Cakes
The Chunky S'mores Dipped Cupcakes are Mouth-Watering
Creepy Cinematic Character Candies
The Jack Skellington Cake Pops are a Halloween Treat to Die For
Dinner Dessert Hybrids
These Sausage and Mash Cupcakes are Appetizing and Perfect for Dinner
Bold Brunch-Inspired Confections
Cupcakes Benedict Places the Classic Egg Dish on Top of a Cake
Music-Inspired Desserts
The Deftones Cupcakes by Crumbs and Doilies Make the Tough Sweet
Superpower Pastries
A Cupcake Wonderland 'Superhero Cupcakes' Pack a Powerful Bite
Scrumptious Slider Cakes
The Hamburger Cupcakes and Cookie Fries are Deliciously Tricky
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From Bacon Ice Cream to Porky Breakfast Desserts
Breakfast Baked Goods
These French Toast Cupcakes are a Morning Delight
Tasty Treat Trinkets
These Pokkuru Dessert Necklaces Will Trigger Your Sweet Tooth
Scrumptious Confection Cleansers
Latika Soaps Offer Delicious Aesthetics to Hygiene Products
Subversive Cake Snapshots
Nathan Pask's Darkly Delicious Cake Photography
Sweet Honeycomb Desserts
These Bee-Happy Cupcakes are Un-bee-lievably Cute
Geeky Charitable Cupcakes
The Steve Jobs Inspired Cake Shop is Taking Europe by Storm
Growing Greenery Desserts
These Sweet Sprout Cupcake Toppers are Mouth-Watering
Tasty Muppet Treats
Cupcake Occasions Serves up Tasty Jim Henson Character Desserts
Aggressive Avian Diversions
The Angry Birds Card Game Brings the App into the Tangible World
Bitter Bird Board Games
The Angry Birds Board Game Brings Angry Avians to Life
Custom Viral Video Bars
The Nyan Cat Loading Bar is Loaded With Rainbow Radiance
Micro-Mini Confections
The Cupcake Project Adorns Her Macaroon Cupcake with Petit Macaroons
Baseball-Themed Baked Goodies
Phillies Cupcakes by A Cupcake Wonderland Are for Diehard Fans
Petite Pastry Hybrids
These Cranberry and Cheese Danish Cupcakes are Wonderfully Inventive
Popstar-Inspired Confectionary Treats
California Gurls Cupcake Macaroons Pay Tribute to Katy Perry
Avian Cupcakes
The Fat Bird Cake Making Kit for Feathered Friends
Feline Meme Mimics
This Nyan Cat Man Video Brings Our Favorite Feline to Life
Porky Breakfast Desserts
Get Ready for Your Morning with Bacon-Inspired Cupcakes
Pumpkin Carving Party: Trend Hunter Fun Day
Beer-Soaked Baked Treats
These Stout Cupcakes Will Make You a Hero in Your Man's Eyes
Seasonally Succulent Treats
This Apple Cupcake Recipe is the Perfect Way to Welcome Autumn
Luxury Cognac Cupcakes
The Decadence D'Or Cupcake in Vegas is a Super Rich Treat
Nutty Compound Confections
The Cupcake Project Chocolate Banana Baklava Sweets are Mouthwatering
Eggcellent Hybrid Creations
The Pancake, Bacon and Egg Cupcakes are a Sweet and Savory Delight
Royal Wedding Desserts
Celebrate Will and Kate's Big Day With the Aristocakes Cupcake Mold
Travel-Friendly Confections
GDesserts 'Cupcakes in a Jar' Let You Eat on the Go
Bewitched Baking
The Harry Potter-Themed Butterbeer Cupcake is Magically Delicious
Cutesy Thriller Dolls
Likhang Piony Pays Homage to Michael Jackson
Holiday Java-Inspired Sweets
Peppermint Mocha Cupcakes are Inspired by Starbucks
Enticing Edible Decals
Decorate Confections Like a Pro with ‘Ticings' Stickers
Tasty Avian Treats
Sugar Cookies Angry Birds are a Scrumptious Delight
Geektastic Cupcakes
Game-Themed Cupcakes Ring in the New Year
Colossal Cavity Confections
These Crumbs Bake Shop Capacious Cupcakes are Mouth-Watering
$107,000 Diamond Cupcakes
The Insanely Expensive Cupcake for Since1910
Tasty Jewelry Treats
Make Her Valentines Day With the Edible Candy Heart Ring
Sinfully Spiced Sweets
These Creamy Chai Cupcakes Will Warm You from Head to Toe
Politically Charged Confections
Choco-pie Wall Street Cupcakes are a Sweet Way to Show Support
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Bakerella's Cake Pops are a Sweet Treat on a Stick
Geeky Board Game Cakes
The Dungeons & Dragons Dragon Cake is Nerd Fuel
Storybook Cupcake Creations
Bake These Dr Seuss Confections for a Whimsical Tasty Treat
Slithering Door Accessories
Martha Stewart's Animated Snake Wreath is Perfect for Halloween
Deviously Dangerous Desserts
These Shards of Glass Cupcakes Will Make Your Next Party a Scream
Enticing Ghoulish Condiments
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Cute Comedic Confections
The Schweddy Balls Cupcakes are Knee-Slappingly Delicious
Immitation Pasta Pastries
On Top of Spaghetti Cupcakes Delight Tots With Their Deceptive Camouflag
Autumn-Inspired Treats
The Candy Corn Cake Makes the End of Summer a Lot More Comforting
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Heavenly Sweet Treats
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