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Coconut Mango Cupcake

Deliciously moist cupcakes infused with coconut and topped with a tropical mango frosting.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American, Tropical
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Cupcake Batter
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup coconut milk can substitute with regular milk
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
Mango Frosting
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1/4 cup pureed mango fresh or canned
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon coconut milk

Method
 

Prepare Cupcake Batter
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, shredded coconut, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the coconut milk, and mix until just combined.
  6. Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Allow the cupcakes to cool completely before frosting.
Make Mango Frosting
  1. In a mixing bowl, beat together the softened butter and powdered sugar until smooth.
  2. Add the pureed mango, coconut milk, and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined and fluffy.
  3. Frost the cooled cupcakes with the mango frosting using a spatula or piping bag.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These cupcakes can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

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