The Best Cupcake Clubs

Saturday, September 30th

2023 Cupcake Club Reviews

Amazing Clubs

• 12 full-size cupcakes in every delivery
• Four different flavors in every shipment (3 cupcakes in each flavor)
• Priced from $77.95 to $79.95 per month, depending on subscription length
• Free shipping
• Choose a club lasting three, four ("seasonal" ), six, or twelve months
• Receive cupcake deliveries monthly or every other month
• Pay in full upfront or pay-as-you-go
• Fun newsletter
• Easy to give as a gift
• Skip a delivery anytime
• Exceptional customer service and satisfaction guarantee
• 12 full-size cupcakes in every delivery

Amazing Clubs' Cupcake of the Month Club is the best option for cupcake lovers who want to indulge in delicious, high-quality treats each month. They've been delivering cupcakes through their club since 2003, and they know how to do it right.

Mouth watering deliciousness

With this club, you'll receive a monthly delivery of 12 freshly baked, gourmet cupcakes in four unique and mouth-watering flavors (three cupcakes of each flavor), sourced from the best bakeries nationwide. From classic vanilla and chocolate cupcakes to more adventurous options like lavender honey and blueberry lemon, the flavors change each month to keep things interesting and exciting. Previous selections have also included Cinnamon Toast Crunch, Raspberry Lemonade, and S'mores, to name just a few.

Lots of flexibility

Across all club categories, Amazing Clubs is almost always in our #1 or #2 spot. That's because you just won't find any other option that's as flexible and affordable. You can have your cupcakes come for 3, 6, or 12 months, delivered monthly or every other month. There's also a seasonal club, and your cupcakes will come in three-month intervals. Depending on which club length you choose, you'll pay $77.95-$79.95 per delivery, with no extra costs for shipping. Customers particularly appreciate that Amazing Clubs doesn't require them to pay in full for their cupcake club (or any other membership): you can if you want to, but it's the same price if you pay for each delivery as it happens.

You'll know in advance what flavors are coming

While you don't get to choose the flavors that you'll get here, you will know in advance what's coming in each box. If there's one you just can't stand - one of our recipients refuses to eat anything with peanut butter, for example - you can contact Amazing Clubs and ask them to skip that month. They'll just add it on to the end of your subscription, no problem.

Give this club as a gift

Another benefit of Amazing Clubs' Cupcake of the Month Club is their gift-giving options. You can choose to set up a membership for a loved one or friend, and they'll receive a personalized gift announcement - you decide if you want it emailed or regular-mailed on a particular date, or print one off to deliver in person - and free shipping on all of their deliveries. This makes it a great option for birthdays, holidays, or other special occasions.

Fun newsletter with every delivery

In addition to the monthly cupcakes, members also receive a newsletter - The Cupcake Chronicles - that details the bakery and process behind each month's selection. This adds an educational element to the club and allows members to learn more about the art of cupcake baking, fun facts about their favorite treats, and even some serving suggestions for new ways to enjoy them.

These cupcakes are a hit

Customer feedback for Amazing Clubs' Cupcake of the Month Club has been overwhelmingly positive. Many customers rave about the quality of the cupcakes, noting how moist and flavorful they are. The variety of flavors is also appreciated, with members excited to see what new and unique options will be included each month. The convenience of having the cupcakes delivered right to their doorstep is also a major plus, as it saves them time and effort of baking or making a trip to the supermarket.

100% satisfaction - guaranteed

And, with Amazing Clubs' "You'll Love It! Guarantee" , you can trust that if anything isn't exactly as you pictured it, this company will make it right. We've tried many of this company's memberships and have found the service to be beyond reproach.

#1 cupcake club

Amazing Clubs' Cupcake of the Month Club is a top-notch option for anyone who loves cupcakes and wants to enjoy them on a regular basis. With delicious flavors, high-quality ingredients, a monthly newsletter, and gift-giving options, this club has everything you need to satisfy your sweet tooth. And with overwhelmingly positive customer feedback, you can trust that you're getting the best of the best with this club. Make it the first club you consider when choosing where to get your cupcakes.

Not Pie

• 6-pack of gourmet cupcakes in each delivery
• Most cupcakes topped with signature marshmallow
• $33 for one delivery
• $95 for three months
• $130 for quarterly deliveries
• $165 for six months
• $330 for one year
• Free delivery on all subscription boxes
• Gluten-free, vegan, and gluten-free + vegan subscriptions available
• Contact the store to reschedule deliveries or make special requests

Not Pie offers a classic cupcake subscription service for customers who value simplicity. The company was founded by an entrepreneurial couple, Joshua and Amanda, who were inspired to help people celebrate special occasions regardless of their location.

Fantastic flavors

The cupcakes from Not Pie are baked in small batches with the finest ingredients and exotic flavors. Their cupcakes are renowned for their heavenly taste and signature marshmallow frosting, which is often dipped in ganache. Past cupcake flavors have included fresh apple with caramel, triple lemon with fresh strawberry mallow, and churro cinnamon topped with fresh banana mallow.

Get a half-dozen cupcakes every month

Slightly smaller than some of the cupcake clubs in our review, Not Pie's deliveries only come with six treats per delivery. They'll all be the same flavor, whatever is featured that month. But, this club is reasonably priced for the quantity: $33 if you just want to try it for a month, $95 for three months, $130 for a quarterly plan, $165 for six months, and $330 for a full year - and shipping is included at no extra cost.

Gluten-free and vegan cupcakes available

This is also one of the only cupcake clubs in our review that lets you opt into a gluten-free or vegan subscription (or even gluten-free AND vegan treats). It's priced the same as the standard cupcake membership, and the gluten-free baked goods are usually the same flavor and design.

Can accommodate delivery changes as needed

Another benefit of choosing Not Pie for your monthly goodies is that they can be flexible with delivery dates. Most clubs ship out their cupcakes at the same time of the month, from one month to the next, but what if you're trying to have your sweets on a special occasion? Or if you need to reschedule because you're going out of town? No worries: just shoot them an email and they'll be glad to make the arrangements. That probably goes for any months you might want to skip a flavor, if mocha isn't your thing or you"re allergic to pumpkin and see it's on the menu for an upcoming delivery.

Can be given as a gift subscription

If you're giving Not Pie's cupcake subscription box as a gift, it's no problem to include a personalized gift note. You'll find that tucked away in the checkout, in the "Shipping Information" box where it asks if there's a message you'd like to send.

Peek their social media to see what's new

While you might not find a ton of feedback for Not Pie in the usual places (like the BBB and Trustpilot), pop over to their Twitter and IG to take a peek at what's been baking there lately.

Excellent choice for cupcakes

We've bumped Not Pie way up in our rankings since our last review. We really love that they've expanded their selection to include our vegan and gluten-free friends who also want tasty treats, and that they're so willing to shift delivery timeframes to accommodate important holidays or special moments. While you'll need to choose a different cupcake club if you absolutely must have a dozen every month, there's no reason not to sign up for Not Pie if six is your perfect number and you like the idea of having their signature mallow topping on most of your cupcakes.

Sweet!

• Two mystery-flavor cupcakes in a jar
• $25.99 for 3 months
• $48.99 for 6 months
• $89.99 for 12 months
• $9.99 shipping fee for each delivery

Sweet! Is a Jersey Shore sweet shop that offers cakes, candies, and all kinds of treats. In business since 2010, the Belmar location is beloved by locals and tourists alike.

Two cupcakes... in a jar?!

As much as we'd be the first ones at the door if we were in town on a visit, we're a little mystified by the Cupcake of the Month Club at Sweet! It's not just because each delivery comes with a surprise flavor - that's pretty standard in the cupcake club industry and it makes it fun to see what you get. But, instead of coming in a box, your two cupcakes (yes, just two) come in a mason jar. How do you get them out without smearing frosting everywhere? Or squishing them? Sweet! loses points from us on presentation, because there's just no pretty way to serve the treats once you get them out of the jar. Have a napkin handy.

On the expensive side

We're also not overly impressed by the value here (or lack of it). To get two cupcakes a month for three months, you'll pay $25.99 - sounds good, until you tack on the $9.99 per delivery shipping fee. Do the math: you'll spend more on getting the cupcakes to you (almost $30) than you will for the cupcakes. And the final cost will be over $55 for a grand total of six cupcakes. That's a lot.

Better value with longer memberships

You could go with a longer subscription and get a better value. A 6-month cupcake club is $48.99, and a year-long membership is $89.99. But don't forget about that $9.99 shipping fee that will be added for each month of deliveries.

Good but not the best

We don't doubt that Sweet! bakes cupcakes that are delectable and that would be a lovely taste of home for anyone that's visited the shop in person. But when you compare this Cupcake of the Month Club to its higher-ranked rivals, there's just no comparison. Sweet! itself is worth a visit, but the cupcake membership here will probably get a "pass" from most customers who are looking for something a little more well-rounded (and definitely more than two cupcakes per delivery).

Unicorn Bake Shop

• $30/month for six vegan cupcakes
• No lengthy subscription required: cancel anytime
• Delivery in the Portland, OR area only

Unicorn Bake Shop is a Portland-area bakery that specializes in vegan cupcakes. Carrie, the original "Unicorn" , realized her dream of owning a bakery and having a team of fun and friendly people. Definitely more joy than her previous job in IT.

Cool flavor variety

There are some interesting flavors in Unicorn Bake Shop's rotation. For example, during the month of this evaluation, they included Head in the Clouds (marshmallow creme vanilla cupcake with marshmallow buttercream), Blast Off (copycat of Taco Bell's Baja Blast), Space Cadet (chocolate cupcake with raspberry buttercream and drizzle), and several others.

Gluten-free available, but not in the cupcake club

While this store does sell gluten-free cupcakes, they don't have an option to choose those in the cupcake club. You'd have to place a special order outside of the subscription instead.

No commitment, just cupcakes and surprises

When you sign up for UBS' cupcake club, you'll get a six-pack of cupcakes for $30 - and sometimes you'll get sparkly surprises with them, like stickers or other extras. One additional upside to the cupcake club here is that there's no long-term commitment. You'll be charged $30 until you cancel, so you can let that roll as long as you wish.

Only for Portland locals

Unfortunately, unless you live in the Portland area, this cupcake club won't deliver to you. On the one hand, it's nice to think of your treats being hand-delivered every month - so if you do live there, this could be the perfect option. But, for most people dreaming of tasty treats coming right to their door, Unicorn Bake Shop isn't going to be available.

Reviews aren't always about the baked goods

It's also a little tricky to see what people think about this cupcake club and about the bakery itself. A few years ago, Unicorn Bake Shop took a position on a hot button topic, and many of the reviews (both positive and negative) were left in reaction to that - and not necessarily about the quality of the cupcakes.

Delivery area is too limited

Unless Unicorn Bake Shop expands its cupcake club delivery options, it's just not going to compete with rival subscriptions that can reach addresses across the US. We don't doubt that these vegan cupcakes are delicious, but most of us won't have the option to give this club a try.

Baked by Melissa

• 25 or 50 mini-cupcakes in each delivery
• Prices start at $168.48 for quarterly club and $466.56 for 12-month club
• One-time shipping fee of $15.95
• Many different cupcake flavors in each box
• Nut-free subscription available

Baked by Melissa is a popular bakery that specializes in bite-sized cupcakes. Founded in 2008 by Melissa Ben-Ishay, the bakery has become well-known for its colorful and creative cupcakes that are perfect for any occasion. Baked by Melissa offers a variety of flavors, from classic options like vanilla and chocolate to more unique and adventurous choices like chocolate chip pancake or peanut butter and jelly.

Beautiful bite-sized deliveries

One of the standout features of Baked by Melissa is their cupcake subscription service. With this service, subscribers receive a monthly delivery of their bite-sized cupcakes in a variety of flavors. The cupcakes are shipped fresh and arrive in a beautiful and colorful box that's perfect for sharing with friends and family or enjoying all to yourself.

Several options for your mini-cupcake club

There are several subscription options available from Baked by Melissa. You can opt for the YOLO, which is a quarterly membership delivered spring, summer, winter, and fall. Decide if you'd rather get 25 or 50 mini-cupcakes in each package: it's $168.48 for the smaller quantity and $259.20 for the bigger one. Flavors? You'll get an assortment including three new seasonal flavors, the ever-changing Mini of the Month, plus all eight original flavors. So, in a typical delivery, that could look like this: tie-dye, cookies and cream, PB&J, cookie dough, triple chocolate fudge, chocolate chip pancake, red velvet, mint cookie, sugar cookie, double chocolate cookie dough, cookie butter, and white chocolate cookies & cream.

No FOMO with the year-long membership

Feel like you'll be missing out if you don't get cupcakes every month? The FOMO subscription is for you, then. You have the same choice between 25 and 50 mini-cupcakes per shipment and the flavors will be the same - except you'll never miss a Mini of the Month or new seasonal special. You'll pay $466.56 for the year to get 25 per month, and $699.84 to get 50 mini-cupcakes each month for a year.

Nut-free club also available

Baked by Melissa is one of just a few cupcake clubs who also have a nut-free plan available. You'll pay the same and have the same subscription options (25 or 50, quarterly or monthly deliveries) in the Notta Nut club as the other plans, but your flavors will all be nut-free: tie-dye, cookies & cream, triple chocolate fudge, red velvet, cookie dough, chocolate chip pancake, and mint cookie. Just be aware that the bakery itself does process peanuts, tree nuts, and other allergens.

Helpful serving guidelines

By the way, how many servings will you reasonably get when ordering Baked by Melissa's minis, anyway? The bakery recommends 4-5 treats per person if you're serving them as a main dessert, and 2-3 cupcakes per person if you're also serving other things. That should help if you're subscribing to the club to keep your office break room stocked or planning on serving these cupcakes at a monthly event.

Enter gift message at checkout if desired

If you're giving this cupcake club as a gift, you can enter a message for the recipient during checkout. That's about the extent of the fanfare here, though: you won't get a fun newsletter or any other upgrades, just the cupcakes.

Customer satisfaction has plummeted lately

Unfortunately, we've had to drop Baked by Melissa significantly in our rankings. When we went to look at customer feedback, most of what we found in the months leading up to our review was negative. We weren't overly turned away by the business' "F" rating with the Better Business Bureau: the reason for the low grade was failing to respond to two customer complaints and for having 8 total complaints filed there. Those aren't exactly thousands of problems, after all.

Poor customer reviews

But when we looked on Yelp, we found rant after rant that specifically talked about missing or late deliveries. Most of those didn't have a response from Baked by Melissa either. Disgruntled customers ordered cupcakes to be delivered for a certain event, only to have them show up days after the fact, and with no offer of a refund or any other attempt to make it right. That's troublesome.

Not recommended

Maybe if you're not too particular about when your mini-cupcakes arrive, you could consider subscribing to the club at Baked by Melissa. But, from where we sit, this subscription isn't backed by a satisfaction guarantee that makes it worth the money (or the risk of not getting your goodies at all). Take a look at the other cupcake club choices in our evaluation, because you've got options who provide much more reliable service.