Does not meet the standard.
2 pts
Meets little to minimal criteria. Shows lack of organization or effort on 5 or less cupcakes.
4 pts
Meets most criteria, for a minimum of 6 cupcakes. Effort has been made to meet all criteria.
6 pts
Meets or exceeds all criteria for all 8 cupcakes. An excellent example.
8 pts
Attractive in appearance, neatly presented, plated with creativity and appetizing to look at.
Cupcakes are uniform in size, amount of frosting, and amount of topping.
Design of cupcake/frosting is creative and visually appealing with an appropriate ratio.
Cupcake has a distinct, recognizable, and pleasing flavor.
Cupcake is tender with a dense moist crumb. Good texture ratio.
Frosting has a distinct, recognizable, and pleasing flavor that compliments the cake.
Frosting is smooth and creamy with an even and consistent texture.