Double-Coconut Cupcakes

Double-Coconut Cupcakes
105 min.
24
252kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with these delightful Double-Coconut Cupcakes, a treat that promises to transport you to a tropical paradise with every bite. Perfectly moist and bursting with coconut flavor, these cupcakes are a heavenly combination of rich, sweetened condensed milk and flaked coconut, all nestled within a fluffy yellow cake base. Whether you're hosting a summer gathering, celebrating a special occasion, or simply craving a delicious dessert, these cupcakes are sure to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings.

What sets these cupcakes apart is their unique double coconut twist. Not only do they feature a luscious coconut mixture baked right into the cupcake, but they are also topped with a creamy coconut frosting and a generous sprinkle of toasted coconut for that extra crunch and flavor. Each bite is a delightful blend of textures and tastes, making them a standout dessert that everyone will love.

With a preparation time of just 105 minutes and enough to serve 24 people, these cupcakes are not only delicious but also perfect for sharing. So gather your friends and family, and get ready to whip up a batch of these irresistible Double-Coconut Cupcakes that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • cups coconut flakes flaked
  • 0.5 cup condensed milk sweetened (from 14-oz can)
  • box cake mix yellow
  • cups powdered sugar 
  • 0.3 cup butter softened
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • teaspoon coconut extract 
  • tablespoons milk 
  • cup coconut flakes flaked toasted

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • hand mixer
  • muffin liners

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pans).
  2. Place paper baking cup in each of 24 regular-size muffin cups.
  3. In medium bowl, stir 2 cups coconut and the condensed milk; set aside.
  4. Make cake batter as directed on box. Divide batter evenly among muffin cups (two-thirds full). Top each with about 1 heaping teaspoonful coconut mixture.
  5. Bake as directed on box for 24 cupcakes. Cool in pans 5 minutes; remove from pans to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.
  6. In medium bowl, beat powdered sugar, butter and salt with spoon or with electric mixer on low speed until well blended. Beat in coconut extract and 1 tablespoon of the milk. Gradually beat in just enough remaining milk to make frosting smooth and spreadable. Immediately frost cupcakes. Dip tops of cupcakes into toasted coconut. Store loosely covered.

Nutrition Facts

Calories252kcal
Protein3.22%
Fat36.78%
Carbs60%

Properties

Glycemic Index
4.13
Glycemic Load
2.13
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
4.0773912784846%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:251.85kcal
12.59%
Fat:10.57g
16.26%
Saturated Fat:7.32g
45.73%
Carbohydrates:38.79g
12.93%
Net Carbohydrates:36.8g
13.38%
Sugar:28.3g
31.44%
Cholesterol:2.24mg
0.75%
Sodium:223.36mg
9.71%
Alcohol:0.07g
100%
Alcohol %:0.16%
100%
Protein:2.08g
4.16%
Manganese:0.33mg
16.72%
Phosphorus:106.16mg
10.62%
Fiber:1.99g
7.96%
Calcium:68.22mg
6.82%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.41%
Selenium:3.66µg
5.22%
Copper:0.1mg
5.11%
Iron:0.82mg
4.57%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
4.17%
Folate:16.34µg
4.08%
Magnesium:13.57mg
3.39%
Vitamin B3:0.58mg
2.89%
Potassium:94.34mg
2.7%
Vitamin A:130.81IU
2.62%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.62%
Vitamin E:0.35mg
2.35%
Zinc:0.34mg
2.24%
Vitamin B5:0.22mg
2.16%