When I see something with the word ‘coconut’ in it, I immediately want to make out with it.
A few weeks ago, I had an urge for something coconuty, and I had to use up some coconut milk, so I looked and found this easy vegan recipe for coconut cupcakes, on Chef Chloe.
I Instagrammed (of course I did!) after I pulled them out of the oven and frosted them, that I didn’t think they were that good.
The next day however, eh, they were pretty yummy. One of those things that taste better the next day.
So here they are. Vegan Coconut Cupcakes. Eat, lick and be merry.
Vegan Coconut Cupcakes
Recipe Type: Cupcakes
Author:
Ingredients
- For the cupcake:
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup coconut milk
- ½ cup canola oil
- 2 tablespoons vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon white or apple cider vinegar
- For the coconut frosting:
- 1 cup unrefined coconut oil (should be solid at room temperature)
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 to 5 tablespoons coconut milk (or other nondairy milk)
- Garnish
- 2 cups shredded coconut
Instructions
- To make the coconut cupcakes:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line 2 (12-cup) cupcake pans withcupcake liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In a separate bowl, whisk together coconut milk, oil, vanilla, and vinegar. Pour the wet mixture into the dry mixture and whisk until just combined. Do not over mix.
- Fill the cupcake liners about two-thirds full with batter. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the cupcake comes out clean with a few crumbs clinging to it. Cool the cupcakes completely before frosting.
- To make the coconut frosting:
- Using a handheld or stand mixer, beat the coconut oil until smooth. With the mixer running on low, add powdered sugar, vanilla, and 1 tablespoon coconut milk at a time, as needed, until frosting reaches a spreadable consistency. You may not need to use all of the coconut milk. Beat on high for 2 more minutes until light and fluffy.
They’re vegan, so eat two.
I am a former PR and marketing professional turned work-at-home mother to two boys, born December 2009 and May 2012. After a 10-year career in various PR agencies, and of the world's biggest sports brands, I traded in launch parties, product launches, and world travel, for sippy cups, diapers, and breastfeeding. Aside from this blog, I am a contributing writer at Everyday Family, and a Community Lead at The SITS Girls. I am also the founder of Little Love Media, a social media consultancy.
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Hi, I'm Alison. I write. I mother. I make wishes. I keep memories. Founder of Little Love Media, social media consultancy. I get by on copious amounts of chocolate, cupcakes, coffee, blogging & social media.
I am so in the baking mood now that it is fall over here…need to make this…looks delicious!
Natalie recently wrote…Busy As a Bee
It is yum, hope you made them!
Oh my goodness, YUM!!! I adore coconut and cupcakes. Fabulous.
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Mmm, that looks so good. This is one for the books, and glad to hear it’s vegan too!
KalleyC recently wrote…Don’t Forget Your Joy
I’ll definitely make them again, that’s for sure!
Those look and sound SO yummy! You know I love to bake….
Elaine A. recently wrote…Party Time!
Make these! Make these!
Ok, don’t throw a cupcake at me, but I don’t like coconut…your picture is really pretty though
Runnermom-jen recently wrote…Through the Lens, part 2…
I won’t throw a cupcake at you because that’d be a waste of a cupcake
Wonderful! Thank so much for posting this recipe. My little man has egg and dairy allergies, so might just try these on the weekend! Hope you enjoy a lovely day. x
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Oh do try these, hope they were delish!
YUM!! I’m eating a Jell-O “no bake” pudding pie right now. I’m positive your cupcakes would be better.
adrienne recently wrote…5 Places Your Teen Son is Sure to Go!
Er, YEAH!
I figure I can eat two of anything I bake, considering all the calories I burnt just running around the kitchen in such a panicked state.
These look delicious.
Laura recently wrote…Roar
Haha, that made me laugh! Your strata makes me doubt that you panic in the kitchen though
“They’re vegan, so eat two” Bahaha! Whatever you say, Alison.
I don’t actually like coconut, but those sure are pretty!
Greta recently wrote…The Last Week of 31. #iPPP
Heh, that’s what I tell myself to justify my eating more than one.
This one looks delish Alison.
I easily love coco recipes,
Nina recently wrote…Wordless Wednesday
It is pretty good, Nina!
Oh I love just about anything coconut as well! Thanks for sharing that recipe!!
Alexa recently wrote…Time to Get Back to the Teeny Tears Project!
Oh good, this one is all coconut!
—Alison Lee,
These look INCREDIBLE.
Love the white frosting! ! mmmmmMM xx
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I love that you said my full name!
xo
Okay, you have convinced me to try it! I love coconut, and I love cupcakes!
thedoseofreality recently wrote…Head to Head: The Living Legends–Barry Manilow vs. Neil Diamond
Let me know how it goes!
OK – I am making these and reporting back to you. I will have to change a few ingredients because I don’t do white sugar – but I will let you know how it goes with my changes!
ilene recently wrote…My Big Girl Shoes
Have you tried them yet? I’m interested to see how your subs worked out!
yum
hena tayeb recently wrote…Getting to Know CoCo’s Jewelry
I would love to make stuff like that but no one likes coconut. Jerks.
Kimberly recently wrote…When Words Fail
Make them when I come visit. xo
I happen to have everything at home to make these right now….
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Something to do for the weekend!
YUM. Have noticed coconut is everywhere these days. Coconut water, milk, etc. It IS delish and makes everything more decadent. Your blog is so pretty. I’m jealous.
Nina recently wrote…I’ve Been Anthologized!
I so love coconut everything. Really.
And thank you! Your blog is real cute too!
Mmm..these look so wonderful!
Asianmommy recently wrote…"Dear Sophie" Ad
Yum! I’m not vegan but these looks yummy. I’m definitely going to pass this on to a friend of mine who is vegan. She’ll appreciate this! Have a great Saturday – stopping by from Sharefest!
Jolene recently wrote…The Klingons
Thanks Jolene! I’m not vegan either
somebody’s got to teach younger teen to back cause older teen is too busy. but i’m gonna ask again anyway. gosh these look so yummy.
Vanita recently wrote…Secret Mommy-hood Confession Saturday
Did anyone make this for you at all? Anyone?
::sigh:: it rained yesterday. no one went out to buy anything. now today i gotta take ‘em jeans shopping so i’m getting the ingredients and refusing to cook dinner until my cupcakes are done. wait. they may be ok with not eating my cooking…cripes…gotta come up with another plan
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Everything you make looks yummy. I think these would be great to make tomorrow to bring to my mom’s for our Canadian Thanksgiving supper. I’m so glad I”m not dieting anymore. Life is so much more fun when you can lick frosting.
Sandra recently wrote…Jesus in disguise…
I don’t know what the word ‘dieting’ means….
Hope you had a great Thanksgiving!
I’m such a coconut fan too. Geez, these look delish! I’m too impatient to bake…think I’ll have to go buy something similar now!
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I love baking so come on over!
Oh this is the best recipe ever. I could kiss you for it. My girls can’t have dairy and I am always searching for good recipes for them, especially when it comes to desserts. Thank you!!!!
Jessica recently wrote…Comfort
Awesome! I hope this recipe works for you. The cupcakes tasted way better the next day for me.
I like coconut too. A friend just gave me a recipe for coconut chicken, which I need to try. I have it all – coconut cream, oil and flakes.
I have a recipe for a coconut chicken too, which I have yet to try. MUST TRY!
{Melinda} I have a love affair with coconut also. These look amazing!! My family doesn’t like coconut, but I may just have to make these anyway. I’m worth it, right?
(Plus, I can share them with my friends who DO have taste!)
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Or, keep them all to yourself!
I am not a vegan nor do I like coconut, but cupcakes are cupcakes. Yum!
Tonya recently wrote…Dear Baby
If my kid weren’t allergic to coconut, I’d be all over this!
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Aw, that’s too bad about the allergy.