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Coconut Dream Cupcakes

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Light and fluffy cupcakes filled with coconut flavor and topped with luscious coconut cream frosting.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut milk
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup shredded coconut
  • 1 cup heavy cream (for frosting)
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (for frosting)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
  2. Whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.
  3. Combine coconut milk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract in another bowl and whisk until well blended.
  4. Gradually mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined.
  5. Fold in the shredded coconut gently.
  6. Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling them about two-thirds full.
  7. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  8. Let the cupcakes cool completely before frosting.
  9. Whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form for the frosting.
  10. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract to the whipped cream, mixing gently.
  11. Frost the cooled cupcakes generously with the coconut cream frosting.

Notes

Use fresh coconut for better flavor. Ensure eggs are at room temperature for fluffier cupcakes.

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