Best 6 Key Lime Coconut Cupcakes With White Chocolate Frosting Recipes

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Are you in search of a delectable treat that combines the vibrant flavors of key lime and coconut, elegantly topped with a rich white chocolate frosting? Look no further! In this article, we will unveil the secrets to creating the ultimate key lime coconut cupcakes, a symphony of tropical flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure as we guide you through the steps of baking these heavenly cupcakes, ensuring a perfect balance of tangy key lime, creamy coconut, and velvety white chocolate frosting.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

COCONUT CUPCAKES



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Time 41m

Yield about 20 cupcakes

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup packed sweetened coconut
3/4 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon coconut extract
1/2 cup coconut milk
1/4 cup sour cream
5 ounces good quality white chocolate, chopped into small chunks
1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
pinch salt
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 tablespoon key lime juice
1/4 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line muffin tins with paper liners.
  • Pulse coconut in a food processor until finely ground.
  • Mix together coconut milk and sour cream, set aside.
  • Whisk together flour, baking powder, ground coconut and salt.
  • Cream butter and sugar until pale and fluffy.
  • Add eggs, one at a time, mixing after each one. Add extracts.
  • With mixer on low, add flour in three batches, alternating with two additions of coconut milk and sour cream. Beat after each addition until combined.
  • Divide batter evenly among lined cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
  • Bake for about 20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Allow to cool completely on wire racks before frosting.
  • Frost with Key Lime White Chocolate Frosting and garnish with toasted coconut.
  • Melt the white chocolate by microwaving in a microwave safe bowl on medium power for 90 seconds. Stir, then microwave again, in 30 second intervals, if needed until it is melted and smooth. Set aside.
  • Beat butter until light and fluffy.
  • With the mixer on low, gradually add the powdered sugar until well combined.
  • Add the salt, vanilla, key lime juice and sour cream and mix until very smooth.
  • Add the melted white chocolate and mix just until incorporated.

WHITE CHOCOLATE-COCONUT CUPCAKES



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield 12 cupcakes

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • For the cupcakes: Whisk 1 1/3 cups flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder and 1/2 teaspoon salt. In a separate bowl, beat 1 stick softened butter and 1 cup granulated sugar with a mixer on medium-high speed until fluffy, 4 minutes. Beat in 2 eggs, one at a time, then 1/2 teaspoon coconut extract. Beat in the flour mixture on low speed in three batches, alternating with 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut milk. Beat on medium-high speed until just combined. Divide among 12 lined muffin cups. Bake at 350˚ until the tops spring back when pressed, 20 to 25 minutes. Let cool 5 minutes in the pan, then remove to a rack to cool completely.
  • For the frosting: Pulse 2 sticks softened butter, 2 cups confectioners' sugar, 8 ounces melted white chocolate and 3 tablespoons unsweetened coconut milk in a food processor until smooth. Frost the cupcakes. Top with shredded coconut.

KEY LIME CUPCAKES WITH WHITE CHOCOLATE FROSTING



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These are a very refreshing treat to have on a summer day! If you like key lime pie, you will love these!! They are nice for something different as far as cupcakes go:) It is important to have real Key Lime juice, instead of just regular lime juice!

Provided by LaurieL.

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 18 cupcakes

Number Of Ingredients 19

3/4 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 cup sugar
2 eggs, at room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 teaspoon grated lime zest
1 3/4 tablespoons keylime juice
1 1/2 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup buttermilk
2 1/2 ounces white chocolate, chopped
1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
1 dash salt
1/4 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 tablespoon keylime juice
1/8 cup sour cream
grated lime zest, for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
  • In a mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar on high speed, until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes. On low speed, add eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each one. Add vanilla, lime zest, and juice and mix well.
  • In another bowl, sift together flour, baking powder and soda, and salt. In 5 parts total alternately add dry ingrediants and buttermilk to butter, beginning and ending with dry. Mix until just combined.
  • Line muffin tins with paper and fill each liner about 3/4 full.
  • Bake for 25 minutes until tops are slightly browned and a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Remove and cool in pan for 10 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completly.
  • In a small glass bowl, set over a pot of simmering water. Slowly melt white chocolate. Remove and let cool until slightly warm.
  • In a mixing bowl, beat butter until light and fluffy. On low speed, gradually add confectioners sugar until mixed.
  • Add salt, vanilla, lime juice, and sour cream and mix well.
  • Add melted white chocolate and mix just until incorporated.
  • Frost cupcakes and garnish with grated lime zest. Can refrigerate, but don't have to.

COCONUT CUPCAKES WITH KEY LIME FROSTING



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This one was a real winner with my children. Whenever I get out the icing bag, they go bonkers and yesterday was no different. I had to hold them back when they arrived home from school, so that I could get a couple of these cupcakes frosted the way I wanted for a quick photo shoot. Once I put down the icing bag, my younger son set to work on icing the rest of the batch. He did a great job and had a good time while my older son ate them. Cupcake fun was had by all. http://www.elanaspantry.com/coconut-cupcakes-key-lime-icing/

Provided by Elanas Pantry

Categories     Dessert

Time 30m

Yield 10 cupcakes, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 eggs
1/2 cup coconut oil
1/2 cup agave nectar
1/2 cup coconut flour
1/2 teaspoon celtic sea salt
1/2 baking soda
1/2 cup shredded coconut

Steps:

  • In a small bowl blend eggs, coconut oil and agave nectar with a hand mixer.
  • Pulse in coconut flour, salt and baking soda.
  • Allow batter to sit and thicken just a bit.
  • Line a cupcake tin with unbleached baking cups.
  • Spoon ¼ cup cupcake batter into each cupcake liner.
  • Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes.
  • Remove cupcakes from oven and allow to cool for 20 minutes.
  • Frost with Key Lime Icing and serve.

KEY LIME-COCONUT CUPCAKES



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Coconut oil is the special ingredient in these delicately flavored, tender cupcakes. Garnish with a slice of fresh Key lime if desired.

Provided by Dianne

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Cupcake Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 ½ cups sifted all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
1 cup white sugar
½ cup virgin coconut oil
3 tablespoons Key lime juice
1 ½ teaspoons Key lime zest
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 eggs
½ cup milk
1 (4 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
¼ cup virgin coconut oil
1 ½ teaspoons Key lime juice
½ teaspoon Key lime zest
1 ½ cups confectioners' sugar
1 cup sweetened flaked coconut

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin.
  • Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
  • Beat white sugar and 1/2 cup coconut oil in a large bowl using an electric mixer until light and airy, 3 to 4 minutes. Add 3 tablespoons Key lime juice, 1 1/2 teaspoons Key lime zest, and vanilla extract. Add eggs 1 at a time, beating well after each addition.
  • Reduce mixer speed to low. Beat in 1/3 of the flour mixture at a time, alternating with 1/2 the milk and ending with the last 1/3 of the flour mixture. Mix until just combined; do not overmix. Pour batter into the muffin cups until about 2/3-full.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until tops spring back when lightly pressed, 20 to 25 minutes. Cool in the tin for 5 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack and let cool completely, about 20 minutes.
  • Beat cream cheese and 1/4 cup coconut oil together in a bowl using an electric mixer until creamy and well combined. Mix in 1 1/2 teaspoons Key lime juice and 1/2 teaspoon Key lime zest. Gradually stir in confectioners' sugar. Frost cooled cupcakes.
  • Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir the flaked coconut until lightly toasted, about 4 minutes. Remove from pan to cool, about 5 minutes. Top frosted cupcakes with the coconut, pressing in lightly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380.5 calories, Carbohydrate 48.8 g, Cholesterol 42.2 mg, Fat 19.8 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 15.9 g, Sodium 171.3 mg, Sugar 35 g

COCONUT-LIME CUPCAKES



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Time 24m

Number Of Ingredients 26

CUPCAKES:
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1 1/4 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
3/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup oil
zest of 1 lime
4 Tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon coconut extract
3/4 cup coconut milk
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FILLING:
Pre-made lime curd
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COCONUT FROSTING:
8 oz cream cheese, room temperature
1/2 cup butter, room temperature
1 1/2 teaspoon coconut extract
1 1/2 cup powdered sugar
2 to 4 Tablespoons toasted coconut
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TOPPING:
Coconut, toasted in oven at 350* - WATCH LIKE A HAWK it will toast quickly.

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400*F Line cupcake pan with liners and set aside. In a medium bowl, whisk eggs and sugar. Add oil, zest, juice, coconut extract and coconut milk. Add salt, baking soda & baking powder and mix well. Add flour and mix until combined. Fill cupcake liners 2/3 full and bake for 14 minutes. Allow cupcakes to cool completely. ------------------------- Hollow out center and fill with pre-made lime curd. Place cupcake nub back on to cover filling hole. ------------------------- Using a hand mixer beat cream cheese & butter. Add coconut extract and mix. Add powdered sugar 1/2 cup at a time, beating well after each addition. Frost cupcakes and top with toasted coconut.

Tips:

  • Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature before beginning. This will help the batter to emulsify properly and create a smooth, consistent texture.
  • Use fresh key limes for the best flavor. Bottled or store-bought lime juice will not produce the same results.
  • Be careful not to overmix the batter. Overmixing can develop the gluten in the flour, resulting in tough cupcakes.
  • Bake the cupcakes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Overbaking will dry out the cupcakes.
  • Let the cupcakes cool completely before frosting. This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.
  • If you don't have coconut milk on hand, you can use regular milk or almond milk instead.
  • For a richer frosting, use heavy cream instead of milk.
  • Feel free to get creative with your decorations. You can use sprinkles, grated lime zest, or even toasted coconut.

Conclusion:

These key lime coconut cupcakes with white chocolate frosting are the perfect summertime treat. They're light, refreshing, and full of flavor. The combination of key lime and coconut is a classic, and the white chocolate frosting adds a touch of sweetness and richness. These cupcakes are sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering.

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