Easter Cupcakes (Coconut & Chocolate)

Name: Easter Cupcakes (Coconut & Chocolate)
Prep time: 40 min
Cook time: 22 min
Total time: 62 min
Yield: 15
Ingredients: Chocolate Cupcakes:; 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour (spooned & leveled); 1/2 cup (42g) unsweetened natural cocoa powder; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/3 cup (80ml) vegetable oil; 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar; 1 large egg, at room temperature; 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract; 1/2 cup (120ml) buttermilk, at room temperature*; 1/2 cup (120ml) hot coffee or hot water*; Chocolate Ganache Filling:; 4 ounces (113g) semi-sweet chocolate, finely chopped*; 2/3 cup (160ml) heavy cream; Coconut Cream Cheese Frosting & Garnish:; 8 ounces (226g) full-fat brick cream cheese, softened to room temperature; 1/2 cup (8 Tbsp; 113g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature; 2 and 3/4 cups (330g) confectioners’ sugar; 3/4 teaspoon coconut extract*; salt, to taste; 1 cup (100g) sweetened shredded/flaked coconut, for topping*; candy-coated chocolate eggs, for garnish

Prep Time

40m

Cook Time

22m

Total Time

1h 2m

This delicious Easter cupcake recipe combines rich chocolate and creamy coconut flavors for a delightful holiday treat. The moist chocolate cake is topped with a luscious coconut cream cheese frosting and garnished with sweet shredded coconut and colorful candy-coated chocolate eggs. Perfect for celebrating the holiday with a festive dessert.

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Easter Cupcakes (Coconut & Chocolate)

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Easter Cupcakes (Coconut & Chocolate)

Ingredients

Chocolate Cupcakes

Chocolate Ganache Filling

Coconut Cream Cheese Frosting & Garnish

Steps

Nutrition Facts Nutrition facts are based on 1 serving. If servings is not specified, 6 is assumed for the total recipe.

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