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27 Cupcake Hybrids

From Bold Brunch-Inspired Confections to Mini Holiday Meal Munchies

— January 10, 2012 — Lifestyle
These over-the-top cupcake hybrids take the classic sugary indulgence to new heights of decadence. Cupcakes have become increasingly adventurous, sporting far more than the obligatory dollop of buttercream.There are a slew of creative and kooky cupcakes out there, but all artists need a little inspiration. Taking flavor profiles of other beloved dishes, innovative bakers have crafted an impressive collections of oddly delicious petite cakes.

From banana split-inspired cakes to egg-topped brunch-inspired stunners, these hip hybrid cupcakes are endlessly creative. Borrowing flavouring cues from both the sweet and savory worlds, these ideas are sure to astound and pleasantly confuse. Check your trepidation at the door and take a curious nibble off a Baby Back Rib Cupcake or throw caution into the wind and indulge in a devilish Honey Baked Ham Cupcake.

Creative, exciting and hopelessly enticing, these cupcake hybrids will always keep you guessing.
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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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Ice Cream-Inspired Confections
Ice Cream-Inspired Confections
These Banana Split Cupcakes are a Tasty Update of the Diner Classic
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Nutty Compound Confections
Nutty Compound Confections
The Cupcake Project Chocolate Banana Baklava Sweets are Mouthwatering
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Diner Drink-Inspired Desserts
Diner Drink-Inspired Desserts
The Root Beer Float Cupcake Recipe Combines Fudge & Bubbly Sweetness
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Toothsome Hybrid Treats
Toothsome Hybrid Treats
This Chocolate Chip Cookie Bottomed Vanilla Cupcake is Sugar High-Inducing
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Breakfast Baked Goods
Breakfast Baked Goods
These French Toast Cupcakes are a Morning Delight
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Scrumptious Slider Cakes
Scrumptious Slider Cakes
The Hamburger Cupcakes and Cookie Fries are Deliciously Tricky
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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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Mini Toasted Treats
Mini Toasted Treats
The Chocolate Smores Cupcake Offers the Best of Both Desserts
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Petite Pastry Hybrids
Petite Pastry Hybrids
These Cranberry and Cheese Danish Cupcakes are Wonderfully Inventive
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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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Holiday Java-Inspired Sweets
Holiday Java-Inspired Sweets
Peppermint Mocha Cupcakes are Inspired by Starbucks
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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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Bewitched Baking
Bewitched Baking
The Harry Potter-Themed Butterbeer Cupcake is Magically Delicious
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Festive Hybrid Confections
Festive Hybrid Confections
These Sweet Potato Pie Cupcakes Brings the Magic of Pie to a Tasty Cake
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Kid Cocktail Cakes
Kid Cocktail Cakes
These Shirley Temple Cupcakes Take You on a Trip Down Memory Lane
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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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Cute Confectionary Hybrids
Cute Confectionary Hybrids
These Coffee Cake Cupcakes Deliver the Power of Two Treats in One
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2
Spud Spiked Desserts
Spud Spiked Desserts
These Chocolate Mashed Potato Cupcakes are Deliciously Intriguing
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Campfire Cakes
Campfire Cakes
The Chunky S'mores Dipped Cupcakes are Mouth-Watering
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