Coconut Orange Cupcakes

Delight in the tropical harmony of vibrant citrus and luscious coconut with these irresistible Coconut Orange Cupcakes! Each bite offers a moist, tender crumb infused with freshly squeezed orange juice, zesty orange zest, and creamy coconut milk. The cupcakes are topped with a smooth, tangy cream cheese frosting, kissed with a hint of orange and adorned with a sprinkle of shredded coconut for a perfect finish. Quick to prepare in just under 40 minutes, these cupcakes are a sunshine-filled treat ideal for celebrations, afternoon tea, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth. Packed with tropical flavor, this dessert is guaranteed to brighten any occasion!

Nutriscore Rating: 40/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:18 mins

Total Time:38 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 cups unsalted butter (softened)
• 1 cups granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tablespoon orange zest
• 0.5 cups orange juice (freshly squeezed)
• 0.25 cups coconut milk
• 0.5 cups shredded coconut (sweetened, for batter)
• 0.25 cups shredded coconut (unsweetened, for topping)
• 4 ounces cream cheese (softened)
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon orange zest (for frosting)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.

Step 5

Mix in the orange zest and vanilla extract.

Step 6

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the orange juice and coconut milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients.

Step 7

Fold in the shredded coconut gently using a spatula.

Step 8

Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds of the way full.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 16-18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.

Step 10

Remove the cupcakes from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

While the cupcakes cool, prepare the frosting. In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth and creamy.

Step 12

Mix in the orange zest and vanilla extract until well combined.

Step 13

Frost the cooled cupcakes generously with the coconut-orange frosting.

Step 14

Sprinkle the unsweetened shredded coconut on top of the frosting for garnish.

Step 15

Serve and enjoy the tropical burst of flavors!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1226.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4425.7

Total Fat 216.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 149.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 755.9mg	0%
Sodium 2015.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 586.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.5g	0%
Total Sugars 391.6g
Protein 47.8g	0%

Vitamin D 140.3IU	0%
Calcium 269.6mg	0%
Iron 14.3mg	0%
Potassium 1266.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.4%

Protein: 4.3%

Carbs: 52.3%