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4 Reasons to Love Coconut Lime Cupcakes!

Coconut lime cupcakes
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These coconut lime cupcakes are a tropical delight.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup coconut milk
  • Zest of 1 lime
  • For the frosting: 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 1/4 cup shredded coconut

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, cream together butter and sugar. Beat in eggs and vanilla.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with coconut milk. Mix until just combined. Fold in lime zest.
  5. Fill cupcake liners about 2/3 full. Bake for 18-20 minutes.
  6. Let cupcakes cool completely before frosting.
  7. For the frosting: Beat butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and lime juice. Mix until fluffy. Fold in shredded coconut.
  8. Frost the cupcakes and enjoy!

Notes

  • You can toast the shredded coconut for extra flavor.
  • Adjust the lime juice in the frosting to your liking.
  • Store leftover cupcakes in an airtight container.

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