Easter Peeps Cupcakes with Box Cake Mix

Name: Easter Peeps Cupcakes Recipe Made with Box Cake Mix
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 1 h 30 min
Yield: 24
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 dozen white cupcakes unfrosted; 1 can vanilla frosting; 1 cup shredded coconut; green food coloring; 24 each Peeps Chicks; small Ziploc bag

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Last Updated on January 16, 2026 by Allison Lancaster

Easter Peeps Cupcakes with box cake mix are the perfect spring treat. Topped with marshmallow Peeps and green coconut grass, they’re fun to make and perfect for Easter baskets or parties.

A peeps cupcake with green coconut flakes and a yellow marshmallow chick sits on a white plate; two more charming peeps cupcakes with box cake mix and flowers decorate the background.

When spring hits, our family is all about being outside and making memories. March and April bring Easter morning traditions, plenty of sunshine, and one of our favorite things: making these Easter Peeps Cupcakes with box cake mix together. They’re adorable, kid-approved, and the perfect treat for your Easter baskets or Easter party.

The best part? These festive Easter cupcakes come together in under an hour and make a great dessert or hostess gift when you’re short on time but want to impress.

Why We Love These Easter Peeps Cupcakes

Family-friendly fun: The kids love helping with this one. From tinting the coconut to placing Peeps on top of the cupcakes, it’s a great way to spend time in the kitchen together.
Festive and cute: These Easter cupcakes stand out on any dessert table thanks to the green coconut “grass” and colorful Peeps bunnies and chicks.
Quick and easy: Using a box cake mix and a piping bag for frosting makes this recipe simple and fun for all skill levels.
Customizable: Switch up your Peeps, add sprinkles or jelly beans, or try different cupcake flavors. Make it your own.

Ingredients for The Cutest Easter Peeps Cupcakes Recipe

Here’s what you’ll need to make the cutest Easter cupcakes:

Jelly beans or pastel sprinkles: Optional for added flair.
Box cake mix: Use your favorite cupcake flavor. Chocolate, vanilla, or strawberry all work well.
Cupcake liners: To keep things easy and mess-free.
Frosting: Vanilla, cream cheese frosting, or homemade buttercream all work great.
Green food coloring: For tinting both the frosting and coconut.
Shredded coconut: To create the “grass” on top of the cupcakes.
Marshmallow Peeps: These are the stars of the show. Pick your favorite Peeps bunnies or chicks.

How to Make The Cutest Easter Peeps Cupcakes Recipe

1. Bake the Cupcakes

Preheat your oven and prepare your cupcake pan with cupcake liners. In a large bowl, mix the cake batter according to box directions. Divide batter evenly into muffin cups and bake. Let cupcakes cool on a wire rack to room temperature.

2. Color the Frosting

In a separate bowl, mix green food coloring into your frosting until you reach the shade you like. Use a piping bag with a large star tip for extra flair.

3. Make the Green Coconut Grass

Add shredded coconut and a few drops of green food coloring into a zip-top bag. Seal and shake until evenly coated. This part is fun for kids to help with.

Step-by-step process of making green coconut frosting for Peeps cupcakes: mix coconut with green dye in a bag, tint frosting, and spread the vibrant icing onto your Peeps cupcakes made with box cake mix.

4. Frost the Cupcakes

Once cooled, frost each cupcake with green frosting using your piping bag or a spatula.

5. Decorate with Peeps and Toppings

Gently press a Peep into the top of each cupcake. Sprinkle the coconut “grass” around it and top with jelly beans or sprinkles if desired. You now have the cutest Easter bunny Peep cupcakes ready to serve.

How to Serve These Easter Holiday Cupcakes

These festive cupcakes are best served at room temperature. Display them on a platter with other Easter candy, in Easter baskets, or as part of your Easter brunch or dinner table. They’re always a hit at any Easter party.

How to Store Peeps Topped Cupcakes

Store cupcakes in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator. For longer storage, wrap each cupcake in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 3 months. Add toppings after thawing to maintain best texture and taste.

Three Peeps cupcakes with box cake mix are topped with yellow marshmallow chick candies and green coconut flakes, placed beside a glass bottle of milk with a green striped straw on a yellow surface.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)

Can you freeze leftover cupcakes?

Yes, these cupcakes will keep well in a freezer. To do so, wrap each cupcake with plastic wrap or aluminum foil. Place them in a resealable Ziploc bag. Be sure to put the date on the outside of the bag before placing it into the freezer for up to 3 months.

It’s best to decorate your Peeps cupcakes after you defrost them, if you’re not using the cupcakes immediately so the frosting and Easter candy taste freshest.

How do you defrost cupcakes?

I find the best way to defrost cupcakes is to unwrap them and leave them out for an hour on your counter. If you’re short on time, carefully unwrap the cupcakes and place them on a microwave safe plate. Add 30-45 seconds of heat and check them every 20-30 seconds until they’ve defrosted completely.

Are there any other alternatives to the green coconut for the grass toppings?

Yes, you can use green sprinkles if you don’t have access to shredded coconut.

If you’re looking for an easy Easter cupcake recipe with a fun twist, these Easter Peeps Cupcakes with box cake mix are it. They’re simple, cute, and the perfect Easter dessert to make with your whole family. Whether you’re baking with kids, prepping for an Easter party, or just want an excuse to use a piping bag, this recipe is a festive favorite you’ll return to every spring.

Easter Peeps Cupcakes Recipe Made with Box Cake Mix

Yield: 24 pcs.

Prep Time: 25 minutes

Cook Time: 35 minutes

Additional Time: 30 minutes

Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes

Easter Peeps Cupcakes with box cake mix are the perfect spring treat. Topped with marshmallow Peeps and green coconut grass, they’re fun to make and perfect for Easter baskets or parties.

Ingredients

2 dozen white cupcakes unfrosted
1 can vanilla frosting
1 cup shredded coconut
green food coloring
24 each Peeps Chicks
small Ziploc bag

Instructions

1. Put 3-5 drops of green food coloring into the frosting, stir well until all of the frosting is green.

2. Put the coconut into the zippered bag.

3. Add 3-5 drops of green food coloring to the coconut in the bag.

4. Shake well, until all of the coconut is coated and is green.

5. Frost the cupcakes.

6. Place a Peeps Chicks in the center of frosted cupcake.

7. Sprinkle green coconut on the top of the cupcake, around the Peeps Chicks.

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Nutrition Information:

Yield: 24 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 271Total Fat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 184mgCarbohydrates: 42gFiber: 1gSugar: 34gProtein: 2g