Ingredients
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Before you dive into the baking process, gather the following ingredients. This recipe is simple and requires minimal preparation, making it perfect for both novice and experienced bakers.
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut milk
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
Follow these easy steps to create mouthwatering toasted coconut cupcakes.
- Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners. This ensures your cupcakes bake evenly and come out easily.
- Mix Dry Ingredients
- In a medium-sized bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Mix these ingredients thoroughly to ensure even distribution.
- Combine Wet Ingredients
- In another bowl, mix together the unsweetened coconut milk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and well-blended.
- Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring continuously until the batter is smooth and lump-free.
- Fold in Shredded Coconut
- Gently fold the shredded coconut into the batter. This adds texture and enhances the coconut flavor of the cupcakes.
- Fill Cupcake Liners
- Carefully fill each cupcake liner about 2/3 full with the batter. This ensures the cupcakes have room to rise.
- Bake the Cupcakes
- Place the cupcake pan in the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes. Use a toothpick to check for doneness; it should come out clean when inserted into the center of a cupcake.
- Cool Before Serving
- Allow the cupcakes to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: one normal portion
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g