Aloha Cupcakes
The pineapple and coconut flavors in Aloha Cupcakes are inspired by the tropical flavors of Hawaii.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 40 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.
Aloha Cupcakes
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a muffin tin or line with cupcake liners.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
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In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
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Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with the pineapple juice. Fold in the crushed pineapple and shredded coconut.
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Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
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Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
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Allow the cupcakes to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and milk to make the glaze. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cupcakes.
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Garnish each cupcake with a maraschino cherry.
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Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 280kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 14g22%
- Total Carbohydrate 35g12%
- Sugars 24g
- Protein 3g6%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
