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Delicious coconut cupcakes with lime frosting on a plate

Coconut Cupcakes with Lime Frosting

Delicious tropical Coconut Cupcakes topped with light and zesty Lime Frosting, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Tropical
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cupcake Ingredients
  • 1.25 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cups unsweetened shredded coconut
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 0.5 cups coconut milk
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Frosting Ingredients
  • 0.5 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon lime zest

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tin with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. Mix in the vanilla extract and coconut milk.
  5. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and shredded coconut.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  7. Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
Baking
  1. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Frosting
  1. For the frosting, beat together the powdered sugar, lime juice, and lime zest until smooth.
  2. Once the cupcakes are cooled, spread or pipe the lime frosting on top.

Notes

Store cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. For longer storage, refrigerate but let them come to room temperature before serving. Use fresh lime juice and zest for the best flavor in the frosting.