What is the difference between cupcakes and muffins?

* Typically made with a cake batter

* Sweeter than muffins

* Often topped with frosting, sprinkles, or other decorations

* Can be filled with jam, chocolate, or other fillings

* Usually served as a dessert

Muffins

* Made with a muffin batter, which is denser than cake batter

* Less sweet than cupcakes

* Often topped with streusel, nuts, or fruit

* Can be filled with fruit, nuts, or chocolate chips

* Usually served as a breakfast or snack food