Coconut Cupcakes with Lime Buttercream Frosting
These coconut cupcakes with lime buttercream frosting have a triple dose of coconut in the cupcakes and a soft, buttery texture. Then they’re topped with creamy, fluffy lime frosting & toasted coconut. These are the perfect tropical cupcake recipe! Servings: 12 Cupcakes Ingredients Coconut Cupcakes 1/2 cup shredded sweetened coconut 1 cup all purpose flour 2 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup unsalted butter , room temperature 3/4 cup granulated sugar 2 large eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon coconut extract 2/3 cup coconut milk , mixed very well* Lime Buttercream Frosting 1/3 cup sweetened shredded coconut , for decorating (optional) 3/4 cup unsalted butter , softened to room temperature 1.5 tablespoons lime zest 3.5-4.5 cup powdered sugar , sifted 2 tablespoons lime juice , freshly squeezed - not from the bottle 1 tablespoon whipping cream , if needed 2-3 drops green food coloring , opt...