Go Back
–+ servings
easter-cupcakes-recipe-coconut-chocolate

Easter Cupcakes Recipe (Coconut & Chocolate)

Delicious Easter-themed cupcakes with coconut and chocolate flavors.
Print Recipe Pin This
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Calories: 300 kcal

Ingredients 

Cupcake Batter

  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup milk
  • 0.5 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup boiling water

Frosting

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoon milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup shredded coconut

Instructions 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Add the milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
  4. Carefully add the boiling water to the batter and mix until smooth.
  5. Pour the batter into the cupcake liners, filling each about ⅔ full.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. While the cupcakes are baking, prepare the frosting. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.
  8. Gradually add the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract, beating until smooth and fluffy.
  9. Once the cupcakes are cool, frost them with the prepared frosting and sprinkle with shredded coconut.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 300kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 200mg | Potassium: 100mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 30g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 1mg

Keywords

Chocolate, Coconut, Cupcakes, Easter
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!