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Delicious Coconut Peach Heaven Cupcakes with coconut buttercream frosting.

Coconut Peach Heaven Cupcakes

Deliciously light and fluffy cupcakes featuring juicy peaches and a hint of coconut, perfect for summer cravings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Baked Goods
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcake Batter
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Spoon into the measuring cup and level off.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 0.5 tsp baking soda
  • 0.25 tsp salt Enhances the flavor.
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature Helps to create a fluffy batter.
  • 0.5 cup coconut milk Use full-fat for richer flavor.
  • 1 cup fresh peaches, diced Pat dry to avoid excess moisture.
  • 0.5 cup shredded coconut Optional toasting for added flavor.
For the Frosting
  • 1 cup coconut cream frosting or cream cheese frosting Use preferred frosting choice.
  • 1 pinch salt Enhances sweetness and flavors.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
  2. In one bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, mix melted butter, eggs, and coconut milk until combined.
  4. Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry mixture until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
  5. Carefully fold in diced peaches and shredded coconut.
Baking
  1. Fill each cupcake liner about two thirds full.
  2. Bake for 17-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  3. Let cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Frosting
  1. Once cooled, frost the cupcakes with coconut cream frosting or cream cheese frosting.
  2. Sprinkle with a pinch of salt to enhance flavors.

Notes

For flavor variations, consider brown butter for a richer taste, or add lime zest for a fresh zing. Cupcakes store well for up to 2 days when unfrosted at room temperature, or frosted in the fridge.