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The Ultimate Coconut Cream Cupcakes

April 7, 2017 by bblondie 35 Comments

Ultimate coconut Cream Cupcakes - Light coconut cupcakes filled with luscious custard and whipped mascarpone frosting are the ultimate Spring treat! | ButtercreamBlondie.com

Anyone up for a cupcake?  These little coconut cream gems are all sorts of divine, and I couldn’t be more excited to finally share them with you!  I’ve received so many requests for coconut cupcakes that I just had to share my go-to recipe with you, complete with a custard filling so good, it may never make it to the cupcakes…

As if that wasn’t exciting enough (do you see all those sprinkles floating around?!), I’m teaming up with my friends at Farberware for an epic Spring bakeware giveaway!  If we’re going to be baking the ultimate cupcakes, we’re going to need some ultimate bakeware, and this collection has it all. So get those sprinkles out and let’s get to baking!

Let’s talk about these cupcakes first because there’s a lot to talk about and I feel like they’re a party waiting to happen!  The cupcakes themselves are light and lovely with just a hint of coconut floating around.  There’s coconut milk in the batter, which adds a creaminess to it, lending a beautiful crumb when baked.  I also added a splash of coconut extract in there because I wanted an extra punch of flavor, but you could definitely omit it if you’re not smitten with all things coconut.

Ultimate coconut Cream Cupcakes - Light coconut cupcakes filled with luscious custard and whipped mascarpone frosting are the ultimate Spring treat! | ButtercreamBlondie.com

One thing your’e definitely not going to want to omit is the creamy custard filling.  It’s one of those recipes that’ll have you standing over the pot with a spoon!  It’s rich and luscious, and is all sorts of heaven when you bite into one of these cupcakes!

To finish these little cakelets off, I went with a whipped mascarpone frosting and I’m not one bit mad about it!  I was originally going to go with whipped cream to cap off my coconut cream pie makeover/takeover situation, but I wanted something a little more substantial.  Adding mascarpone to the whipped cream adds decadence, and I find it holds up a lot better.  As I was making the frosting, my first instinct was to add a dab of coconut extract, but I quickly changed my game plan when I spotted the almond extract.

Just a splash of almond extract in the frosting does wonders for the entire cupcake.  I LOVE when there’s layers of flavors going on in a dessert and that’s where the almond delivers.  It’s not hit you over the head almond, it’s just this subtle hint that there’s so much more happening here.

Ultimate coconut Cream Cupcakes - Light coconut cupcakes filled with luscious custard and whipped mascarpone frosting are the ultimate Spring treat! | ButtercreamBlondie.com

The other thing I’m obsessed with in dessert is different textures, which is why I topped the cupcakes off with toasted coconut.  It complements the smooth frosting beautifully and it’s one of my favorite decorating hacks, because no matter how you frost the cupcakes, they’re going to look fabulous once you pile the toasted coconut on.  Not to mention the sprinkle parade about to take place!

Top them off with lots of sprinkles, edible dust and mini eggs, and you have the most darling little cakes for Easter brunch, dinner, or any Spring celebrations you have coming up!

Ultimate coconut Cream Cupcakes - Light coconut cupcakes filled with luscious custard and whipped mascarpone frosting are the ultimate Spring treat! | ButtercreamBlondie.com

I can’t wait to hear how you guys like them, and see your photos!  Remember to tag me so I can see your bakes!

Thanks so much for reading and happy baking! xo

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The Ultimate Coconut Cream Cupcakes

The Ultimate Coconut Cream Cupcakes

Ingredients

    For the Coconut Cupcakes:
  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 3/4 cups cake flour
  • 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature and cut into small cubes
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 cup unsweetened, canned coconut milk
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon coconut extract
  • For the Custard:
  • 3/4 cup half and half
  • 3/4 cup whole milk
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 cup + 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste
  • For the Mascarpone Whipped Frosting:
  • 8 ounces mascarpone
  • 8 ounces heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon pure almond extract
  • 1 cup sweetened, shredded coconut, toasted
  • Chocolate candy eggs, for decorating
  • Pastel confetti sprinkles, for decorating

Instructions

  1. Head over to Farberware for the full Ultimate Coconut Cream Cupcake recipe!
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https://buttercreamblondie.com/the-ultimate-coconut-cream-cupcakes/

Disclosure: I am in a working relationship with Farberware and this recipe was developed for Farberware Cookware.

Ultimate coconut Cream Cupcakes - Light coconut cupcakes filled with luscious custard and whipped mascarpone frosting are the ultimate Spring treat! | ButtercreamBlondie.com

Filed Under: Cupcakes, Easter Tagged With: coconut cream cupcakes, coconut cream pie cupcakes

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Comments

  1. Sarah says

    April 20, 2017 at 10:35 pm

    My favorite spring dessert is raspberry sweet rolls!

    Reply
  2. Jeffrey says

    April 20, 2017 at 3:35 pm

    My kids have been requesting cheesecake for their birthdays for the past couple of years so that is what I’ve made! I’ll be making a strawberry cheesecake soon for my oldest son, last year he had cookie dough flavor!

    Reply
  3. Nettie Moore says

    April 12, 2017 at 9:39 pm

    Lemon Cheesecake! Nettie

    Reply
  4. DeeDee says

    April 11, 2017 at 10:28 pm

    Can’t wait to try this cupcake recipe!

    Reply
  5. Alexandra Robertson says

    April 11, 2017 at 7:50 pm

    My favorite spring dessert is pavola with macerated berries!

    Reply
  6. Ashley Hart says

    April 11, 2017 at 12:51 pm

    I love making carrot cake cupcakes as a nice spring Easter dessert. I even dye some of my frosting orange and decorate them with frosting carrots.

    Reply
  7. Kristen @ Dinner for Two Blog says

    April 10, 2017 at 5:56 pm

    I love lemon bars!

    Reply
  8. Sarah Phillips says

    April 10, 2017 at 5:46 am

    My favorite Spring dessert would probably have to be either Coconut Cream Poke Cake or Coconut Cream Cupcakes with Peeps on top for some extra Easter festivity! ^_^

    Reply
  9. Tina W says

    April 8, 2017 at 7:14 pm

    Lemon cake filled with lemon curd.

    Reply
  10. Jenn says

    April 8, 2017 at 11:32 am

    Lemon Bars

    Reply
  11. Marsha Lynne says

    April 8, 2017 at 1:01 am

    Favorite any season..”Messy Cake” with whipped cream topping

    Reply
  12. Lindsey says

    April 7, 2017 at 10:54 pm

    Anything lemon

    Reply
  13. Rust says

    April 7, 2017 at 10:20 pm

    Angel food cake with strawberries.

    Reply
  14. Cindy A. says

    April 7, 2017 at 10:04 pm

    My favorite is strawberry cheesecake.

    Reply
  15. Liz says

    April 7, 2017 at 9:23 pm

    I love your coconut cupcakes but my family would vote for strawberry shortcakes!

    Reply
  16. Kayle (The Cooking Actress) says

    April 7, 2017 at 8:48 pm

    I love all the coconut desserts, like these cupcakes!

    Reply
  17. Robin says

    April 7, 2017 at 8:40 pm

    Angel food cake with fresh strawberries and cream. Ahhh….Spring!

    Reply
  18. Tina says

    April 7, 2017 at 5:39 pm

    My fave Spring dessert is cookie cups chocolate pudding and a Peep.. “Peep Nests”.

    Reply
  19. Pam O says

    April 7, 2017 at 3:07 pm

    My favorite spring desert is cheesecake.

    Reply
  20. Debbie the NY Baker says

    April 7, 2017 at 2:00 pm

    A citrus (orange/lemon/lime) bundt cake with just a smidgen of glaze – yummy!

    Reply
  21. grace says

    April 7, 2017 at 11:50 am

    carrot cake. boring, but true.

    Reply
  22. jan says

    April 7, 2017 at 11:43 am

    strawberry shortcake

    Reply
  23. Peter Mathis says

    April 7, 2017 at 11:42 am

    Anything with lemon!

    Reply
  24. carol clark says

    April 7, 2017 at 11:25 am

    strawberry shortcake i love o its so so good

    Reply
  25. Natalie J Vandenberghe says

    April 7, 2017 at 11:11 am

    I love strawberry o’cheese

    Reply
  26. Linda Moore says

    April 7, 2017 at 10:51 am

    My baking utensils are 47 years old! Can you believe that. I got the muffin tins, cake pans and baking sheets when I got married. I have added many Bundt cake pans to my collection over the years. I can’t seem to part with my old stuff, but a new set may be just what I need. Love these cupcakes.

    Wishes for tasty dishes,
    Linda

    Reply
  27. Ellie Wright says

    April 7, 2017 at 10:39 am

    Lemon chess bars are my favorite.

    Reply
  28. Debbie Penney says

    April 7, 2017 at 10:39 am

    I love strawberry short cake

    Reply
  29. Stephanie Phelps says

    April 7, 2017 at 10:30 am

    I love to make strawberry shortcakes in the spring!

    Reply
  30. Laura says

    April 7, 2017 at 10:23 am

    I was just searching for a recipe to use the candy eggs! Thank you BCB and Farberware too.

    Reply
  31. Brenda Haines says

    April 7, 2017 at 10:22 am

    Strawberry pound cake is one of my favorites. It’s like strawberry shortcake, but pound cake instead of shortcake. 🙂

    Reply
  32. Karen Oliver says

    April 7, 2017 at 10:15 am

    I love cupcakes and my cupcake pans need replacing. This give me the opportunity to possibly win some!

    Reply
  33. shelly peterson says

    April 7, 2017 at 10:05 am

    I love strawberry rhubarb pie.

    Reply
  34. Joanne Keith says

    April 7, 2017 at 9:17 am

    Blackberry cake is my fav!

    Reply
  35. Joanne Keith says

    April 7, 2017 at 9:16 am

    Love this…thank you for the chance!

    Reply

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