Tropical Coconut Bliss Cupcakes with Decadent White Chocolate Frosting
Elevate your dessert experience with these Tropical Coconut Bliss Cupcakes that unite the creaminess of coconut milk and the sweetness of tender coconut flakes in a moist and flavorful cake. Crafted for those who seek a sophisticated twist on the everyday cupcake, each bite bursts with tropical goodness, leaving you craving more. Topped with a luscious white chocolate cream cheese frosting that offers both tangy and sweet notes, these cupcakes are perfect for celebrations, or as an indulgent treat to brighten your day. Enjoy the tropical escape in the comfort of your own home with this delightful recipe!
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Servings
216
Calories
16
Ingredients
Ingredients
all-purpose flour
1 3/4 cups (sifted)
baking powder
2 teaspoons
table salt
1/2 teaspoon
large egg whites
3 (beaten)
coconut milk
3/4 cup
vanilla extract
1 teaspoon
almond extract
1/2 teaspoon
sugar
3/4 cup
unsalted butter
1/2 cup (room temperature (1 stick))
sweetened flaked coconut
1 cup
cream cheese
8 ounces (room temperature (do not use nonfat))
unsalted butter
1/2 cup (room temperature (1 stick))
white chocolate
2 ounces (melted)
lime
1/2 (juice of)
powdered sugar
2 cups
sweetened flaked coconut
1 1/2 cups (for topping)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a standard muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2
In a medium mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and table salt. Set aside.
3
In a measuring cup, whisk together the egg whites, coconut milk, vanilla extract, and almond extract until combined. Set aside.
4
In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer on medium speed to cream the sugar and softened unsalted butter together until the mixture is light in color and fluffy, about 4 minutes.
5
Gradually add the dry ingredients and the liquid mixture to the butter-sugar blend in three alternating additions, ensuring you start and finish with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
6
Gently fold in the sweetened flaked coconut with a rubber spatula, being careful not to overmix.
7
Scoop the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each liner about 3/4 full.
8
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
9
Let the cupcakes cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
10
To prepare the frosting, beat the room temperature cream cheese and remaining unsalted butter with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
11
Add the melted white chocolate and lime juice to the cream cheese mixture, mixing until fully combined.
12
Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating until the frosting is smooth and creamy, though it might be a bit gooey.
13
Generously spread about 3 tablespoons of the white chocolate frosting onto the cooled cupcakes, then finish by topping each one with a sprinkle of sweetened flaked coconut.
Nutrition Information
10g
Fat
30g
Carbs
2g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Tropical Coconut Bliss Cupcakes?
They are a sophisticated dessert featuring a moist cake made with coconut milk and flaked coconut, topped with white chocolate cream cheese frosting.
How many calories are in one cupcake?
Each cupcake contains approximately 216 calories.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
The cupcakes should be baked at 350°F (175°C).
What type of flour is used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 1 3/4 cups of sifted all-purpose flour.
Can I use nonfat cream cheese for the frosting?
No, the recipe specifically states not to use nonfat cream cheese for the white chocolate frosting.
How much fat is in each cupcake?
Each cupcake contains 10g of fat.
How many egg whites are needed?
You will need 3 large egg whites, which should be beaten before mixing.
What provides the tropical flavor in the cake?
The tropical flavor comes from the combination of coconut milk and sweetened flaked coconut.
How long should I bake the cupcakes?
Bake them for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
What ingredients are in the frosting?
The frosting consists of cream cheese, unsalted butter, melted white chocolate, lime juice, and powdered sugar.
How much coconut milk is required?
The recipe requires 3/4 cup of coconut milk.
Is there any almond extract in the recipe?
Yes, 1/2 teaspoon of almond extract is used to enhance the flavor profile.
How much powdered sugar is used in the frosting?
The frosting recipe calls for 2 cups of powdered sugar.
How full should I fill the cupcake liners?
Each liner should be filled about 3/4 full with batter.
What is the purpose of lime juice in the frosting?
Lime juice provides a tangy note that balances the sweetness of the white chocolate.
How long should the butter and sugar be creamed?
Cream them together for about 4 minutes until the mixture is light and fluffy.
How much protein is in a serving?
Each cupcake provides 2g of protein.
How many carbohydrates are in one cupcake?
There are 30g of carbohydrates per serving.
Should the ingredients be at room temperature?
Yes, the butter and cream cheese should be at room temperature for the best results.
What is the total ingredient count for this recipe?
There are 16 ingredients required for the cupcakes and frosting.
How do I know the cupcakes are done?
They are done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
How much frosting should be applied to each cupcake?
The recipe suggests spreading about 3 tablespoons of frosting on each cupcake.
Is the coconut in the batter sweetened or unsweetened?
The recipe uses sweetened flaked coconut.
What is the final topping for these cupcakes?
They are finished with a sprinkle of 1 1/2 cups of sweetened flaked coconut.
How long should the cupcakes cool in the pan?
Let them cool in the pan for 5 minutes before moving them to a wire rack.
What is the first step in the instructions?
The first step is to preheat the oven to 350°F and line a muffin tin.
How much white chocolate is needed?
You will need 2 ounces of melted white chocolate for the frosting.
What extracts are used in the batter?
The batter uses both vanilla extract (1 tsp) and almond extract (1/2 tsp).
What is the consistency of the frosting?
The frosting is smooth and creamy, though the recipe notes it might be a bit gooey.
Can these cupcakes be used for celebrations?
Yes, they are described as perfect for celebrations or as an indulgent everyday treat.