Cupcake, have we got an app for you!

We've covered virtual cupcake baking apps and even cupcake ATM machines. But if you love cupcakes (and, really, who doesn't?), here's the killer iPad app you've been waiting for. The Food Network Cupcakes! is pretty much the best thing since cake mix. Beautifully designed, the app comes with more than 100 cupcake recipes, tons of design ideas and decorating tips that range from the simple to the elaborate in one handy place.

Planning a birthday party? Hit the Go-To Cupcakes section. Don't know which to use--or how to make--swiss buttercream or seven-minute frosting? The Icing Guide has got you covered. There are even sections dedicated specifically to chocolate cupcakes and fun, fruity, filled ones. Yes, please!
Though it did take a few minutes for me to master the app's navigation (it's not quite as intuitive as it is pretty), it was, uh, cake once I got used to it. And the content, which includes tons of pictures, quick tips and how-to videos, is super easy to follow.
Move over gourmet bakeries: $3 suddenly buys you a lot more cupcake. -Stacie

Find the he Food Network Cupcakes! app online from the iTunes store