Cupcakin’ Around

Cupcakin’ Around Cupcakes, Cookies, Cakes, Oh My!

Cupcakin’ Around is a home bakery specializing in cakes, cookies, decorated sugar cookies, celebration cakes, wedding cakes and more!

To every graduate in the Class of 2026… CONGRATULATIONS 🎓✨What an incredible season of hard work, late nights, growth, a...
05/23/2026

To every graduate in the Class of 2026… CONGRATULATIONS 🎓✨
What an incredible season of hard work, late nights, growth, and big dreams coming to life. You did it, and that deserves to be celebrated in a big way 🖤

And to every customer who trusted me to be a small part of your celebrations this graduation season, thank you. Truly. Thank you for letting me bring your ideas, themes, colors, and visions to life through something made with love.

Getting to create cakes and treats for such special milestones is something I never take for granted. Every order means so much to me and my family.

Here’s to the graduates stepping into their next chapter and to a season full of memories, celebrations, and sweet moments 🎂✨

There are moments in life where you look back and realize every chapter had a purpose.When I first started culinary scho...
05/07/2026

There are moments in life where you look back and realize every chapter had a purpose.

When I first started culinary school years ago, my dream was always to one day own my own bakery. From my days working for the Ritz-Carlton in California and Arizona, to working with Disney, to helping open bakeries in Des Moines and Grinnell, and later having the incredible honor of serving as a Cake Decorator at Hy-Vee for several years, every experience helped shape the passion and vision I carry today.

But more than anything, I wanted to be a stay-at-home mom while still doing what I loved most. So in 2020, during one of the most uncertain times imaginable, I took a leap of faith and started my own business during COVID.

Today, I sit here overwhelmed with gratitude.

To every customer — near and far — thank you. Thank you for trusting me with your visions, your celebrations, your milestones, and some of the most meaningful moments in your lives. Whether it’s birthdays, weddings, anniversaries, baby showers, graduations, or simple moments worth celebrating, it is an honor to bring your ideas to life.

What many may not realize is that you have given me so much more than business. You have helped provide the life I dreamed of for my children. You have supported a small-town business, encouraged my creativity, and allowed me to continue doing what I love while being present for the people I love most.

For that, I can never thank you enough.

I am forever grateful for your continued support, kindness, and belief in me and my business. From the deepest part of my heart — thank you for allowing me to be part of your celebrations and memories.

Your support truly means the world to me. ❤️

🎓✨ GRADUATION SEASON IS HERE ✨🎓Custom number cakes are officially OPEN for the Class of 2026 and I am OBSESSED 😍Whether ...
04/25/2026

🎓✨ GRADUATION SEASON IS HERE ✨🎓

Custom number cakes are officially OPEN for the Class of 2026 and I am OBSESSED 😍

Whether you’re celebrating your grad from BGM Bears ❤️💙 or going bold with Grinnell Tigers 🖤🧡, these cakes are made to match YOUR school, YOUR colors, and YOUR senior’s moment 🎉

From chocolate-covered strawberries 🍓 to custom toppers, every detail is designed to stand out on your party table (and yes… they taste just as good as they look 😉)

Spots are LIMITED as we head into grad party season don’t wait until the last minute!

📩 Message me to get your date locked in!

Let’s make your grad’s party one to remember 🎓✨

Turning 28 but make it ✨iconic✨Because ‘twenty ate’ isn’t an age… it’s a lifestyle 💅Custom cakes that match your vibe, y...
04/21/2026

Turning 28 but make it ✨iconic✨
Because ‘twenty ate’ isn’t an age… it’s a lifestyle 💅

Custom cakes that match your vibe, your moment, and your personality 💗
If you’re celebrating… we’re making it unforgettable 🎂✨

Sweet as can be and made for the most precious celebration 🫖🩰🍓These ballet tutu, and teacup strawberries were the perfec...
04/18/2026

Sweet as can be and made for the most precious celebration 🫖🩰🍓
These ballet tutu, and teacup strawberries were the perfect touch for a baby shower that felt straight out of a storybook.

Custom treats just hit different when every little detail is made with love 💕

Message me to bring your vision to life

Two cakes. Two personalities. One sweet celebration. 💕There’s just something so special about getting to create for sibl...
03/22/2026

Two cakes. Two personalities. One sweet celebration. 💕

There’s just something so special about getting to create for siblings, each one so different, yet both so loved.

From the soft, girly pink with Marie and all the sparkle ✨
to the bold, fun green, “ Stephen Shares” that totally brings the energy 💚

Every detail on these was made to match them, their personalities, their joy, their moment.

A brother + sister combo party means double the love, double the memories… and definitely double the cake 🎂🎂

I’m so grateful I got to be a small part of making their day extra special 🫶

Happy Birthday to these sweet kiddos!! 💗💚

Thank you to all of the college families who trust me to help celebrate their kids from afar. 💕Whether it’s a birthday, ...
03/16/2026

Thank you to all of the college families who trust me to help celebrate their kids from afar. 💕
Whether it’s a birthday, a milestone, or just a “thinking of you,” it means so much to be a small part of those moments when you can’t be there in person.

So grateful I get to help you love on your students from miles away, one cupcake at a time. 🫶🧁

🏀⚽️🏈 Game on! 🧁This  #11 cupcake pull-apart cake was the perfect way to celebrate a sports-loving birthday kid!With all ...
03/09/2026

🏀⚽️🏈 Game on! 🧁

This #11 cupcake pull-apart cake was the perfect way to celebrate a sports-loving birthday kid!

With all the favorite sports balls on top, it’s a fun way to bring the team spirit to the party — and the best part is everyone gets their own cupcake. 🙌

Fun, simple, and perfect for celebrating a big 11th birthday! 🎉

🏀⚽️🏈🧁

🦩✨ Fifty & Fabulous! ✨🦩This flamingo cake was made to celebrate a 50th birthday in style!Fun, bold, and full of personal...
03/09/2026

🦩✨ Fifty & Fabulous! ✨🦩

This flamingo cake was made to celebrate a 50th birthday in style!

Fun, bold, and full of personality , because turning 50 deserves a cake that stands out. 💕🎂

I love getting to create cakes that help make someone’s special day even sweeter.

Happy 50th birthday! 🦩✨

Happy Valentine’s Day!Thank you from the bottom of my heart for every order, every share, and every bit of love and supp...
02/14/2026

Happy Valentine’s Day!
Thank you from the bottom of my heart for every order, every share, and every bit of love and support. Creating these sweet treats for you truly means the world to me. So grateful for each of you, today and always. 💕🍰

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Grinnell, IA

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 5pm
Tuesday 7am - 5pm
Wednesday 7am - 5pm
Thursday 7am - 5pm
Friday 7am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 12pm

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+16419904465

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