Description
Indulge in the tropical delight of Coconut Cupcakes with Lime Buttercream Frosting. These moist, fluffy cupcakes are infused with rich coconut flavor and topped with a zesty lime buttercream that adds the perfect citrus twist. Each bite offers a delightful balance of sweetness and tang, complemented by the crunch of toasted coconut flakes. Perfect for summer parties, birthdays, or just a sweet treat at home, these stunning cupcakes are sure to impress your guests. Enjoy a taste of paradise with every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup shredded sweetened coconut
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon coconut extract
- 2/3 cup coconut milk (mixed very well)
- For Frosting: 3/4 cup unsalted butter (softened to room temperature)
- 1.5 tablespoons lime zest
- 3.5–4.5 cup powdered sugar (sifted)
- 2 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed – not from the bottle)
- 1 tablespoon whipping cream (if needed)
- 2–3 drops green food coloring (optional)
- 1/3 cup sweetened shredded coconut (for decorating)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin pan with papers.
- In a food processor, blend shredded coconut into fine powder.
- Whisk together flour, processed coconut, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
- In a separate bowl, cream butter and sugar until fluffy; add eggs one at a time along with extracts.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients followed by coconut milk until just combined.
- Fill muffin papers with batter and bake for 15–17 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- For frosting, beat softened butter until fluffy; add lime zest and powdered sugar gradually. Mix in lime juice to taste.
- Cool cupcakes completely before frosting and sprinkle with toasted coconut if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 17 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (65g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg