Coconut Cream Cupcakes

Coconut cream cupcakes are a popular dessert in many tropical regions, where coconuts are abundant and commonly used in cooking and baking.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 40 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Coconut Cream Cupcakes

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American, Bakery Courses: Anytime, Bakery, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 20 min Total Time 40 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 3360

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 large Eggs
• 0.5 cup Coconut milk
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Shredded coconut
• 1 cup Powdered sugar
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream
• 0.5 teaspoon Coconut extract

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then stir in the coconut milk and vanilla extract.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
6. Fold in the shredded coconut.
7. Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners.
8. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Allow the cupcakes to cool completely.
10. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, heavy cream, and coconut extract until smooth.
11. Frost the cooled cupcakes with the coconut cream frosting.
12. Sprinkle with additional shredded coconut if desired.
13. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 280kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 35g12%

Sugars 25g

Protein 3g6%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.