The formal and traditional answer is makes, because the subject is the singular noun phrase receiving homemade cupcakes. In actual speech, and even sometimes in writing, many people say make, under the influence of the more recent plural noun cupcakes. I would recommend saying makes, but be prepared to hear make.

To make the coffee pound cake, brew a long coffee with the moka (prepare a total of 13 oz to use both for the batter and the topping), and let it cool slightly. Take a large bowl and pour in the flour ...

Yahoo Lifestyle Canada: 19 Coffee Cakes That Will Steal the Show at Any Bake Sale

Looking for something that’ll stand out at your next bake sale? A coffee cake is always a good call. They're easy to slice, simple to transport, and guaranteed to draw a crowd.

19 Coffee Cakes That Will Steal the Show at Any Bake Sale

This melt-in-your-mouth baked dessert goes perfectly with a cup of coffee in the morning. In this video, Nicole shows you how to make a homemade Granny Cake that incorporates crushed pineapple ...

Just a Pinch on MSN: In The Test Kitchen, We Love Coffee Cake And This Is A Super Easy Recipe - Apple Pie Filling Coffee Cake

In the Test Kitchen, we love coffee cake and this is a super easy recipe. The cake starts with a cake mix but adding a little bit of cinnamon pumps up the flavor. Apple pie filling is dolloped onto ...