Coconut Cupcakes

Coconut Cupcakes recipe pinit

Coconut is not a nut, but a fruit!

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 50 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 50 mins
Servings: 12 Calories: 3600
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a cupcake pan.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and 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 pan.
  8. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Allow the cupcakes to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, coconut extract, and milk to make the glaze.
  11. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cupcakes.
  12. Sprinkle with additional shredded coconut if desired.
  13. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts

Servings 12


Amount Per Serving
Calories 300kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 15g24%
Total Carbohydrate 40g14%
Sugars 25g
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.

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