Queen City Cupcakes & Gift Shop Menu

Classic cupcakes

Everyday flavors baked fresh each morning and topped with a generous swirl.

• Lemon dropVegetarianZesty lemon cupcake with a sweet-tart lemon buttercream and a sliver of candied lemon peel on top.
• Strawberry cupcakeVegetarianPink cupcake made with real strawberry purée and topped with a fresh strawberry frosting that tastes like summer fruit.
• Carrot cake cupcakeVegetarian · Contains nutsSpiced carrot cupcake with a thick cream cheese frosting and a sprinkle of chopped toasted walnuts.
• Confetti cupcakeVegetarianSprinkle-studded vanilla cake with pastel buttercream and extra rainbow jimmies on top; a staple at kids' parties.
• Vanilla on vanillaVegetarian · Popular pickFluffy vanilla cupcake swirled with vanilla bean buttercream and a pinch of sprinkles; simple and reliably crowd-pleasing.
• Chocolate on chocolateVegetarianMoist cocoa cupcake topped with a tall swirl of fudgy chocolate buttercream and a scattering of chocolate shavings.
• Red velvet cupcakeVegetarianTender, faintly cocoa red cupcake crowned with a tangy cream cheese frosting and a few red cake crumbs.

Signature flavors

Bolder, dessert-inspired combinations that rotate through the case.

• S'mores cupcakeGraham cracker crumb base, chocolate cake and marshmallow frosting torched until golden, recalling a campfire treat.
• Toasted coconut cupcakeVegetarianCoconut cake topped with coconut buttercream and drifts of toasted flaked coconut for a chewy, nutty-tasting finish.
• Mocha cupcakeVegetarianCoffee-infused chocolate cupcake with espresso buttercream and a light dusting of cocoa; a good afternoon pick-me-up.
• Maple bacon cupcakeSavoryMaple-sweetened cake topped with maple buttercream and a strip of candied bacon, mixing smoky and sweet flavors.
• Salted caramel cupcakeVegetarian · Popular pickBrown sugar cupcake with a gooey caramel center, caramel buttercream and a few flakes of sea salt for contrast.
• Cookies & cream cupcakeVegetarianChocolate cupcake with crushed sandwich cookies whipped into the frosting and a cookie half pressed on top.
• Peanut butter cupVegetarian · Contains nutsChocolate cupcake with creamy peanut butter frosting and a chopped peanut butter cup garnish; salty, sweet and rich.

Filled cupcakes

Cupcakes cored and filled with a hidden center of curd, cream or jam.

• Black bottom cupcakeVegetarianChocolate cupcake baked around a cheesecake center studded with chocolate chips; dense, tangy and frosting-free.
• Boston cream cupcakeVegetarianVanilla cupcake filled with pastry cream and dipped in chocolate ganache instead of frosting, like a miniature Boston cream pie.
• Raspberry chocolate cupcakeVegetarianChocolate cupcake with a tart raspberry jam center and a pink raspberry buttercream on top.
• Lemon meringue cupcakeVegetarianLemon cupcake filled with tangy curd and topped with a swirl of meringue toasted until its peaks turn amber.
• Strawberry shortcake cupcakeVegetarianVanilla cake filled with chopped fresh strawberries and topped with a light whipped cream frosting.
• Cannoli cupcakeVegetarianCupcake filled with sweetened ricotta and mini chocolate chips, topped with crushed pieces of crisp cannoli shell.

Seasonal cupcakes

Limited flavors that change with the holidays and the harvest.

• Caramel apple cupcakeVegetarian · SeasonalSpiced apple cake with diced fruit baked in, topped with caramel frosting and a drizzle of extra caramel.
• Key lime cupcakeVegetarian · SeasonalSummer cupcake with a graham crumb base, lime zest in the batter and a tart lime cream cheese frosting.
• Gingerbread cupcakeVegetarian · SeasonalMolasses and ginger cupcake with cinnamon cream cheese frosting and a tiny gingerbread cookie on top.
• Pumpkin spice cupcakeVegetarian · SeasonalPumpkin cupcake warmed with cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg, topped with cream cheese frosting and a dusting of spice.
• Peppermint mocha cupcakeVegetarian · SeasonalChocolate-coffee cupcake with peppermint buttercream and crushed candy cane pieces for a cool, crunchy finish.
• Eggnog cupcakeVegetarian · SeasonalNutmeg-scented cupcake made with eggnog and topped with a rum-flavored buttercream for the winter holidays.

Gluten-free & vegan

Options made without wheat or without animal products, baked alongside the regular case.

• Gluten-free almond vanillaVegetarian · Contains nutsAlmond flour vanilla cupcake with a moist, slightly dense crumb and a whipped vanilla buttercream.
• Vegan vanilla cupcakeVegan · Dairy-freeEgg-free and dairy-free vanilla cupcake made with plant milk, topped with a fluffy plant-based buttercream.
• Vegan chocolate cupcakeVegan · Dairy-freeDark, moist cocoa cupcake made with oil and plant milk, finished with a dairy-free chocolate frosting.
• Vegan gluten-free lemonVegan · Gluten-freeLemon cupcake free of wheat, eggs and dairy, topped with a tart plant-based lemon frosting and zest.
• Gluten-free chocolate cupcakeVegetarian · Gluten-freeRich cocoa cupcake made with a rice-flour blend and topped with chocolate buttercream; hard to tell apart from the regular version.

Minis & party orders

Sizes and formats for parties, offices and celebrations.

• Jumbo cupcakeVegetarianOversized cupcake about the size of a small cake, with a towering swirl of frosting, made for sharing or birthdays.
• Pull-apart cupcake cakeVegetarianCupcakes arranged into a shape such as a number or letter and frosted as one design, then pulled apart to serve.
• Cupcake in a jarVegetarianLayers of cake and frosting packed into a lidded jar, portable and convenient for gifting or eating later.
• Custom decorated dozenVegetarianTwelve cupcakes decorated with colors, toppers or piped designs to match a party theme or company logo.
• Mini cupcakesVegetarianTwo-bite versions of the daily flavors, sold by the dozen and easy to mix for trays and dessert tables.

Cake flavors

Sponge and butter cake bases that can be mixed and matched with any filling and frosting.

• ConfettiVegetarianVanilla cake with rainbow sprinkles baked into the batter, leaving cheerful colored specks throughout; a long-standing birthday party favorite.
• Spiced carrotVegetarian · Contains nutsDense, moist spice cake with grated carrot, cinnamon and chopped walnuts, sturdy enough to stack into multiple tiers.
• Gluten-free vanillaVegetarian · Gluten-freeVanilla layer cake made from a rice and tapioca flour blend, with a soft, even crumb for guests who avoid wheat.
• Classic vanilla beanVegetarian · Popular pickFine-crumbed butter cake flecked with vanilla bean seeds; soft, moist and neutral enough to pair with almost any filling.
• Devil's food chocolateVegetarianDark chocolate cake made with cocoa and hot coffee, giving a deep, slightly bittersweet flavor and a very moist, tender crumb.
• Red velvetVegetarianButtermilk cake with a light cocoa note and vivid red color, traditionally layered with tangy cream cheese frosting.
• Lemon chiffonVegetarianAiry oil-based sponge brightened with fresh zest and juice; springy and tangy, a frequent pick for showers and summer weddings.
• Almond wedding cakeVegetarian · Contains nutsWhite cake perfumed with almond extract and finely ground almonds, delicate and fragrant, long a classic choice for wedding tiers.
• MarbleVegetarianVanilla and chocolate batters swirled together in the pan, so each slice reveals its own ribbon pattern and two flavors.

Drinks

• Flat whiteVegetarianA smaller, stronger cousin of the latte: a double ristretto under silky, barely-foamed milk for a dense texture and pronounced coffee flavor.
• MochaVegetarianEspresso, chocolate sauce, and steamed milk, sometimes crowned with whipped cream; a dessert-leaning drink balancing cocoa richness with coffee bite.
• Cold brewVeganCoarse grounds steeped in cold water for twelve hours or more, yielding a smooth, low-acid concentrate served over ice with chocolatey undertones.
• Iced vanilla latteVegetarianChilled espresso and cold milk shaken or poured over ice with vanilla syrup; a sweet, refreshing staple of bakery counters in warm months.
• Hot chocolateVegetarianSteamed milk whisked with cocoa or melted chocolate, frequently topped with whipped cream or marshmallows; a caffeine-free favorite for kids with a cookie.
• Chai latteVegetarianSpiced black tea concentrate with cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, and clove, combined with steamed or iced milk for a warming, gently sweet cup.