Best 7 Lemon Filled Coconut Cupcakes Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our tantalizing Lemon-Filled Coconut Cupcakes, a harmonious blend of zesty citrus and tropical sweetness. These delectable treats will captivate your taste buds with their moist coconut cake batter, bursting with rich coconut flavor in every bite. The zesty lemon filling adds a refreshing tang, perfectly complementing the sweetness of the coconut. As you delve into these delectable cupcakes, you'll encounter a delightful surprise: a hidden treasure of luscious lemon curd, adding an extra burst of citrusy goodness.

Along with our featured Lemon-Filled Coconut Cupcakes, we present a delightful array of additional cupcake recipes that cater to diverse preferences and dietary restrictions. For those with a gluten-free inclination, our Gluten-Free Lemon Cupcakes offer a delightful alternative, ensuring everyone can savor the zesty lemon flavor without compromise. If you're seeking a vegan treat, our incredibly moist and fluffy Vegan Lemon Cupcakes are a perfect choice, showcasing the power of plant-based ingredients.

Our collection also includes a classic Lemon Cupcake recipe, a timeless favorite that embodies the essence of simplicity and indulgence. With its tender crumb and perfectly balanced sweetness, this recipe captures the true essence of a classic lemon cupcake. For those who prefer a fun and vibrant twist, our Rainbow Sherbet Cupcakes burst with color and flavor, featuring a rainbow of sherbet fillings nestled within a moist and fluffy vanilla cupcake.

Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your culinary adventures, our Lemon-Filled Coconut Cupcakes and the accompanying recipes provide a delightful array of options to tantalize your taste buds. Dive into the world of flavors and create unforgettable moments with these delectable treats.

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LEMON-FILLED COCONUT CUPCAKES



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Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     dessert

Time 2h10m

Yield 24 cupcakes

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
1 (18.25-ounce) package yellow cake mix (recommended: Duncan Hines)
1 (4-serving size) package instant lemon pudding and pie filling mix (recommended: Jell-O)
3 eggs
1 1/2 cups coconut milk
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1/4 teaspoon yellow food coloring
2 (12-ounce) containers whipped cream whipped frosting (recommended: Betty Crocker)
3/4 cup prepared lemon curd
1 teaspoon imitation coconut extract

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line 24 (2 1/2-inch) muffin cups with paper liners; set aside.
  • Spread 1 cup coconut on a baking sheet. Toast for 6 to 8 minutes or until golden brown. Cool completely on wire rack.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine cake mix, pudding mix, eggs, coconut milk, oil, and yellow food coloring; beat with an electric mixer on low for 30 seconds. Scrape down the side of bowl. Beat on medium for 2 minutes more. Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 of the way full. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near centers comes out clean. Cool cupcakes in muffin cups on a wire rack for 5 minutes. Remove cupcakes from muffin cups and cool completely on wire rack.
  • For lemon filling:
  • In a medium bowl, stir together 1/2 cup whipped cream frosting and the lemon curd until combined.
  • With a sharp knife, make a 1/2-inch slit in the top center of each cooled cupcake. Place lemon filling in a disposable piping bag; snip a small end off one corner of the bag, and pipe filling into cupcakes.
  • In a medium bowl, stir the coconut extract into the remaining whipped cream frosting and frost the cupcakes.
  • Toss together the toasted coconut and the remaining 1/2 cup untoasted coconut. Sprinkle the coconut mixture over the frosted cupcakes.

LEMON-FILLED CUPCAKES



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My family requests that I make these cupcakes every time I come home. For all lemon lovers!

Provided by Carlie O'Neal

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Lemon Dessert Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 (18.25 ounce) package lemon cake mix
1 cup water
⅓ cup vegetable oil
3 eggs
¼ cup vegetable shortening
¼ cup butter
¼ cup fresh lemon juice, or to taste
2 cups confectioners' sugar
4 ounces white chocolate, chopped
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
½ cup butter, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 cups confectioners' sugar
3 tablespoons orange juice
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest, or as needed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Line 24 muffin cups with paper liners.
  • Beat lemon cake mix, water, vegetable oil, and eggs in a large bowl for 2 minutes.
  • Spoon batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling them about 2/3 full.
  • Bake cupcakes in the preheated oven until very lightly browned and a toothpick inserted into the middle of a cupcake comes out clean, 18 to 22 minutes. Cool cupcakes thoroughly.
  • Cut vegetable shortening and 1/4 cup butter together in a bowl with a pastry cutter until well mixed. Beat lemon juice into shortening mixture until creamy.
  • Stir 2 cups confectioners' sugar into shortening mixture, about 1/2 cup at a time, until the filling is smooth. Set filling aside.
  • Place white chocolate into a microwave-safe bowl; heat in microwave on High for 15 seconds and stir chocolate. Continue heating in 15-second intervals, stirring between heating until white chocolate is melted and smooth.
  • For frosting, beat cream cheese and 1/2 cup butter together in a bowl until smooth and creamy. Stir in melted white chocolate and vanilla extract.
  • Gradually beat in 4 cups confectioners' sugar, alternating with drizzles of orange juice, to make a smooth and creamy frosting.
  • Cut holes through the top of each cupcake. Holes should be deep enough to put filling inside.
  • Spoon lemon filling into the holes.
  • Pipe the cream cheese frosting on top of cupcakes; sprinkle with lemon zest.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 379.4 calories, Carbohydrate 50.4 g, Cholesterol 55.3 mg, Fat 19 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 8.8 g, Sodium 237.1 mg, Sugar 43 g

LEMON COCONUT CUPCAKES



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This is a great cupcake recipe that I created. Lemon and coconut together is such a great combo. If you want, you can substitute lime zest for the lemon zest in the frosting, for lime coconut cupcakes instead. You can also add no zest at all to make regular coconut cupcakes.

Provided by Cupcake Princess

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Lemon Cake Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
¾ teaspoon baking soda
1 pinch salt
5 tablespoons butter, cut into chunks
⅔ cup milk
1 cup white sugar
2 eggs
1 egg yolk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup shredded coconut
¼ cup butter, softened
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 cup confectioners' sugar
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
¼ cup shredded coconut, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
  • Mix flour, baking soda, and salt together in a bowl.
  • Heat 5 tablespoons butter and milk together in a saucepan over low heat until butter is melted, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Beat white sugar, eggs, egg yolk, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract together in a bowl using an electric hand mixer on low until mixture is smooth and thickened. Slowly pour flour mixture into sugar-egg mixture while mixing with the electric mixer until just incorporated. Slowly add butter-milk mixture; beat until just combined. Fold in 1/2 cup shredded coconut. Fill muffin cups with batter.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted in the center of a cupcake comes out clean, about 20 minutes. Cool in the pans for 10 minutes before removing to cool completely on a wire rack.
  • Beat softened butter and cream cheese together in a bowl using an electric mixer on medium. Gradually beat confectioners' sugar into creamed butter mixture on low until incorporated. Beat in 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract and lemon zest until smooth and creamy. Spread frosting over cooled cupcakes; sprinkle about 1 teaspoon shredded coconut onto each cupcake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 307.7 calories, Carbohydrate 40.5 g, Cholesterol 82.4 mg, Fat 14.8 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 9.3 g, Sodium 199.4 mg, Sugar 29.4 g

FULL HOUSE: COCONUT CUPCAKES, LEMON CURD FILLING, COCONUT-LEMON BUTTERCREAM FROSTING, TOASTED COCONUT



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 15 cupcakes

Number Of Ingredients 19

9.6 ounces cake flour
4 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
4 egg whites
1 1/2 cups sugar
3/4 cup butter
1 cup coconut milk
1 teaspoon coconut extract
1 cup sugar
3 eggs
1/2 cup butter, melted
4 lemons, zested
1 cup lemon juice, freshly squeezed
8 ounces (2 sticks) butter
1 pound powdered sugar, sifted
1 teaspoon coconut extract
1 teaspoon lemon extract
1 lemon, zested
1 cup shredded coconut

Steps:

  • For the cupcakes: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a muffin pan with 15 regular-size cupcake liners.
  • In a medium mixing bowl, sift together the cake flour, baking powder and salt. Whisk together thoroughly.
  • In the bowl of an electric stand mixer with the whisk attachment, whisk the egg whites until foamy. Gradually add 1/2 cup sugar and whisk until the eggs whites form a soft meringue. Remove the egg white mixture from the mixing bowl and set aside.
  • Using the paddle attachment, cream together the butter and remaining 1 cup sugar. Scrape down the sides of the bowl and add the flour and coconut milk, alternating between the two, beginning and ending with the flour. Once all the flour has been added, mix until smooth. Scrape down the sides and beat in the egg white mixture until smooth.
  • Fill the cupcake liners two-thirds full and bake until the tops are golden brown and the cupcakes are baked through, about 25 minutes. Rotate the cupcake pans halfway through the baking process.
  • For the lemon curd: In a microwave-safe bowl, whisk together the sugar and eggs. Stir in the butter, lemon zest and lemon juice and mix until smooth. Microwave on high for 1 minute and stir. Repeat 5 times, or until thick.
  • For the buttercream: In the bowl of an electric stand mixer using the paddle attachment, cream the butter until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar and beat until smooth. Beat in the extracts and lemon zest and beat until light and fluffy.
  • For the coconut: While cupcakes are baking, spread the shredded coconut over a sheet pan and toast and until light brown, about 7 minutes.
  • To assemble: Once the cupcakes are cool, core out the middle of each cupcake and generously fill with the lemon curd. Fill a pastry bag equipped with desired pastry tip with coconut-lemon buttercream. Pipe the buttercream over the top of each cupcake and sprinkle with toasted coconut.

COCONUT CUPCAKES



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I took these yummy treats to a picnic for our computer club one year, and they went like hotcakes! I should have made a double batch. With their creamy frosting and sprinkling of coconut, they appeal to kids and adults alike.-Judy Wilson, Sun City West, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 2-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1-1/2 cups butter, softened
2 cups sugar
5 large eggs, room temperature
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 cup 2% milk
1-1/4 cups sweetened shredded coconut
CREAM CHEESE FROSTING:
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup butter, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2-3/4 cups confectioners' sugar
Additional coconut, toasted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in extracts. Place lemon juice in measuring cup and add milk, stir to combine and set aside. In a large bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with milk mixture, beating well after each addition. Fold in coconut., Fill paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely., For frosting, in a large bowl, beat cream cheese, butter and extracts until smooth. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar. Frost cupcakes; sprinkle with toasted coconut.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 326 calories, Fat 19g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 76mg cholesterol, Sodium 236mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

LEMON COCONUT CUPCAKES WITH LEMON FILLING



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Perfect Cupcake for the Summer! It features a yellow cake cupcake (you can do a lemon flavored cupcake too) with lemon curd filling, cream cheese frosting and topped with coconut. It's so good and moist and this will make your mouth ZING! I add raspberries to the top to give it some color, but you can omit that part. These...

Provided by Annamaria Settanni McDonald

Categories     Other Desserts

Time 1h25m

Number Of Ingredients 18

CREAM CHEESE FROSTING
1 lb cream cheese at room temperature
3 stick unsalted butter, room temperature
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
1 tsp almond extract
1 1/2 lb confectioners' sugar, sifted
CUPCAKE
1 box moist deluxe yellow or lemon cake mix
14 oz sweetened shredded coconut
LEMON CURD FILLING
5 egg yolks
1 c sugar
zest from 4 lemons
1/3 c lemon juice from 3-4 lemons
1 stick butter, cut into pats and chilled
TOPPING
sweetened shredded coconut
fresh rasberries (24) (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. Make cupcake batter according to package directions and fold in coconut after batter is mixed. Bake according to package directions. Cool Cupcakes when done.
  • 2. CREAM CHEESE FROSTING: Meanwhile, make the frosting. In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, on low speed, cream together the cream cheese, butter, and vanilla and almond extracts. Add the confectioners' sugar and mix until smooth.
  • 3. LEMON CURD: Add enough water to a medium saucepan to come about 1-inch up the side. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat. Meanwhile, combine egg yolks and sugar in a medium size metal bowl and whisk until smooth, about 1 minute. Add lemon juice and zest to egg mixture and whisk until smooth. Once water reaches a simmer, reduce heat to low and place bowl on top of saucepan. Bowl should be large enough to fit on top of saucepan without touching the water. Whisk until thickened, approximately 8 minutes, or until mixture is light yellow and coats the back of a spoon. Remove promptly from heat and stir in butter a piece at a time, allowing each addition to melt before adding the next. Remove to a clean container and cover by laying a layer of plastic wrap directly on the surface of the curd. Allow curd to cool or store in refrigerator. Curd will keep refrigerated for up to 2 weeks.
  • 4. TO ASSEMBLE: Fill a plastic pastry bag fitted with a medium-sized round tip with the cooled lemon curd. Gently poke the pastry bag tip into the center top of the cupcakes and fill with a small amount of curd. If needed, wipe off any excess curd from the tops with a clean paper towel.
  • 5. Frost cupcakes with cream cheese frosting, top with shredded coconut and top with a raspberry. Peel paper back and take a big bite and enjoy and be ready for your mouth to zing!

LEMON PUDDING FILLED COCONUT CUPCAKES WITH SHAVED COCONUT TOPPING



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Provided by Ani Phyo

Categories     Blender     Food Processor     Fruit     Nut     Dessert     Vegetarian     Kid-Friendly     Tropical Fruit     Coconut     Tree Nut     Cashew     Pecan     Birthday     Shower     Chill     Vegan     Raw     Party     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Makes 6 cupcakes

Number Of Ingredients 13

Lemon Pudding
1/3 cup cashews
1 1/2 bananas
1/4 cup lemon juice (from 1 to 2 lemons)
2 tablespoons agave syrup
Cupcakes
2 1/2 cups dry pecans
1/2 cup shredded coconut
1/8 teaspoon sea salt
3/4 cup firmly packed pitted Medjool dates
3 tablespoons alcohol-free vanilla extract
Topping
1/2 cup shaved or shredded coconut

Steps:

  • To make the pudding, place the cashews in the Personal Blender with the grinder lid and 2-cup container or a food processor and grind into a powder. Add the bananas, lemon juice, and agave syrup and process until smooth. Place in the fridge to chill.
  • To make the cupcakes, combine the pecans, coconut, and salt in the food processor and process into evenly sized small pieces, taking care not to overprocess into a butter. Scoop the mixture into another bowl. Combine the dates and vanilla in the food processor and process into small pieces. Return the pecan mixture to the food processor and pulse to mix. The cake mix should have a crumbly but sticky texture.
  • Place 6 cupcake liners in a muffin pan. Use a 1/2-cup measuring cup to scoop 1/2 cup loosely packed pecan mixture into each. Using your fingertips, gently press to firm up the cupcakes and create cavities in the centers to hold the pudding. Make sure the edges reach the tops of the cupcake liners.
  • To assemble, scoop about 3 tablespoons pudding into each cupcake and top with coconut. Place the muffin pan in the refrigerator to chill for several hours to firm up the cupcakes before serving.
  • The pudding will keep for a few days in fridge when stored separately. The cupcakes, stored separately, will keep for several weeks in the fridge. The assembled cupcakes will keep in the fridge for a few days.

Tips:

  • Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature before starting. This will help the batter mix together more smoothly.
  • Use a cupcake scoop or ice cream scoop to fill the cupcake liners. This will help ensure that all of the cupcakes are the same size.
  • Do not overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the cupcakes tough.
  • Bake the cupcakes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Overbaking can make the cupcakes dry.
  • Allow the cupcakes to cool completely before filling them with lemon curd. This will help prevent the curd from leaking out.
  • When making the lemon curd, be sure to stir constantly until the mixture has thickened. This will prevent the curd from curdling.
  • If you don't have a piping bag, you can use a Ziploc bag with the corner snipped off to fill the cupcakes with lemon curd.
  • Store the cupcakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

These lemon-filled coconut cupcakes are a delicious and refreshing treat that are perfect for any occasion. The zesty lemon curd filling pairs perfectly with the moist and fluffy coconut cupcakes. These cupcakes are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.

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