Lemon plus coconut equals big smiles in this cupcake equation. These zesty gems are a hit with my family, friends and neighbors. -Debra Henderson, Booneville, Arkansas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 40m
Yield 15 cupcakes.
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- 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 lemon zest and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with sour cream. Beat just until combined. Fold in coconut., Fill paper-lined muffin cups three-fourths full. Bake at 350° until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 18-22 minutes. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely., In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, butter, grated lemon zest, vanilla and lemon juice until fluffy. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar until smooth; stir in 1/4 cup coconut. Frost cupcakes; sprinkle with remaining coconut. Garnish with shredded lemon zest if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 327 calories, Fat 18g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 85mg cholesterol, Sodium 262mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
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Lumansi Kenneth
[email protected]These cupcakes are the perfect way to celebrate a special occasion.
Hena Gishto
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. These cupcakes are a new favorite in my house.
Malitha Nethmina
[email protected]I made these cupcakes for my friends and they all loved them. They said they were the best cupcakes they've ever had.
Suyog_ Devkota
[email protected]I love the way these cupcakes look. They're so pretty and delicate.
lala wedi
[email protected]These cupcakes are so easy to make, even for a beginner baker.
Christine Ninsima
[email protected]I've tried a lot of lemon coconut cupcake recipes, but this one is definitely the best.
Dennis Read
[email protected]These cupcakes are perfect for any occasion. I've made them for birthdays, baby showers, and even just for a sweet treat.
Bethany elliff
[email protected]I added a little bit of lemon zest to the batter and it really enhanced the flavor.
Lipi Haque
[email protected]I made these cupcakes gluten-free by using a gluten-free flour blend and they turned out great.
Fawad Amjad
[email protected]These cupcakes are so moist and fluffy. The frosting is light and airy.
Sarah Laizer
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of coconut, but I really enjoyed these cupcakes. The lemon flavor really shines through.
Mohammad yar
[email protected]These cupcakes are the perfect combination of sweet and tart. The lemon frosting is the perfect finishing touch.
Alex Pihut
[email protected]I made these cupcakes for my daughter's birthday party and they were a huge success. The kids loved them and they were so easy to make.
Naeem 123 123
[email protected]These cupcakes were a hit at my party! They were so moist and flavorful, and the lemon and coconut flavors were perfectly balanced. I'll definitely be making these again.