Coconut Lime Zest Cupcakes
These Coconut Lime Zest Cupcakes combine the tropical flavors of coconut and lime for a refreshing treat. Each cupcake is moist and fluffy, topped with a light coconut cream frosting and a hint of lime zest for a perfect balance of sweetness and tang.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 2 large Eggs
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons lime zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Instructions
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Step 1:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with cupcake liners.
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Step 2:
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and shredded coconut.
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Step 3:
In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, coconut milk, vegetable oil, lime zest, and vanilla extract until well combined.
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Step 4:
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
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Step 5:
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
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Step 6:
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Step 7:
Remove the cupcakes from the oven and let them cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Step 8:
In a mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gradually add the powdered sugar and continue to beat until stiff peaks form.
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Step 9:
Frost the cooled cupcakes with the coconut cream frosting and garnish with additional lime zest if desired.
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Step 10:
Serve the cupcakes and enjoy the tropical flavors!