Lemon Coconut Cupcakes
Coconut is not actually a nut, but a fruit classified as a drupe.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.
Lemon Coconut Cupcakes
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin 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 granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
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Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the lemon zest and lemon juice.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the coconut milk.
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Fold in the shredded coconut.
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Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners.
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Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Allow the cupcakes to cool in the tin for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and lemon juice to make the glaze.
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Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cupcakes and sprinkle with coconut flakes.
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Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 250kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 12g19%
- Total Carbohydrate 33g11%
- Sugars 22g
- 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.
