Description
Savor the delightful fusion of rich chocolate, gooey caramel, and tropical coconut in these irresistibly moist cupcakes. Each bite reveals a luscious caramel center, beautifully topped with fluffy coconut frosting and toasted coconut flakes. Perfect for celebrations or a sweet treat on any day, these cupcakes are sure to impress your friends and family with their stunning appearance and unforgettable taste.
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk (or almond milk)
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp coconut extract
- ½ cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- ½ cup toasted coconut flakes
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- In another bowl, mix eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and coconut extract until smooth.
- Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined (lumps are fine).
- Fill each cupcake liner about two-thirds full with batter and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let the cupcakes cool slightly before removing the center with an apple corer or knife; fill with caramel sauce.
- Frost with coconut frosting and top with toasted coconut flakes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg