Ingredients
– 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– ½ cup unsweetened shredded coconut
– ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
– 2 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– ½ teaspoon baking soda
– ¼ teaspoon salt
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– Zest of 1 lime
– ½ cup buttermilk
– 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
Instructions
Creating Coconut Lime Cupcakes is simple. Follow these steps for a delicious result:
1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and shredded coconut.
3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a separate large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
4. Add Eggs: Beat in the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
5. Incorporate Vanilla and Lime Zest: Stir in the vanilla extract and lime zest until well combined.
6. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with buttermilk and lime juice. Mix until just combined.
7. Fill Cupcake Liners: Spoon the batter evenly into the lined muffin tin, filling each cup about two-thirds full.
8. Bake: Place in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
9. Cool: Let the cupcakes cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Make the Frosting: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, lime juice, and lime zest. Mix until the frosting is light and fluffy.
11. Frost the Cupcakes: Once the cupcakes are completely cool, frost them generously with the lime frosting.
12. Garnish: Sprinkle the tops with shredded coconut for a decorative touch.
These steps will guide you in creating these incredible Coconut Lime Cupcakes effortlessly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12 cupcakes
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Fat: 12g
- Protein: 3g