Coconut Rum Snowball Cupcakes
Coconut Rum Snowball Cupcakes are a delightful tropical treat that transports you to paradise with every fluffy bite. Infused with rich coconut flavor and a hint of rum, these decadent cupcakes come topped with creamy frosting and a sprinkle of coconut flakes, making them the perfect dessert for any celebration or indulgent afternoon snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup coconut milk (full-fat)
- 1 cup shredded coconut (sweetened or unsweetened)
- ¼ cup rum (light or dark)
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- Additional shredded coconut for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and sugar until well combined.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs and softened butter until creamy. Mix in coconut milk and rum.
- Combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients until just mixed, then gently fold in shredded coconut.
- Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full with batter and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- For the frosting, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Spread over cooled cupcakes and top with additional coconut flakes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg