Description
Discover the tropical delight of Caribbean Coconut Cakes with this easy muffin recipe that combines the rich flavors of coconut and a hint of vanilla.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup shredded sweetened coconut
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 12-cup muffin tin with grease or paper liners.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until the mixture is light and airy.
- Introduce the eggs, one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next.
- Mix in the vanilla extract for added flavor.
- In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually mix this dry blend into the butter mixture, alternating with the coconut milk, until just combined.
- Gently fold in the shredded coconut to ensure it’s evenly mixed.
- Spoon the batter into the muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For an extra burst of flavor, consider folding in 1/2 cup of crushed pineapple into the batter.
- Enhance the sweetness by drizzling a simple glaze made from powdered sugar and coconut milk over the cooled muffins.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Caribbean Coconut Cakes, Tropical Coconut Delight Muffins