Description
Coconut Lime Cupcakes are a delightful tropical treat that combines the zesty brightness of lime with the rich creaminess of coconut. With their fluffy texture and refreshing flavor, these cupcakes will transport your taste buds to a sun-soaked beach paradise. They’re perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a summer gathering or an afternoon indulgence. Once you take a bite, you’ll be reaching for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup coconut flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup coconut milk (full-fat)
- Zest of 2 limes
- 1/4 cup lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tin with paper liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together coconut flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time until well combined.
- Mix coconut milk, lime juice, vanilla extract, and lime zest in a separate bowl.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture while stirring gently to avoid overmixing.
- Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full with batter and bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting them with a mixture of powdered sugar and lime juice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg