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Coconut Muffins Recipe

Coconut Muffins Recipe

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These Coconut Muffins combine shredded coconut, fresh lemon, vanilla, and yogurt in a simple batter. They're finished with extra coconut and a light dusting of powdered sugar for an easy homemade bake.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 Muffins
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 240 g all-purpose flour
  • 80 g shredded coconut
  • 160 g sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 2 pinches salt
  • 2 eggs
  • 120 ml milk
  • 120 ml sunflower oil
  • Juice of 2 lemons about 4–6 tablespoons
  • Zest of 2 organic lemons
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons plain yogurt
For the Topping
  • 2 –4 tablespoons shredded coconut
  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Rubber spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Muffin tin
  • Paper muffin liners
  • Spoon or cookie scoop
  • Wire rack
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Add the sunflower oil and sugar to a mixing bowl.
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  2. Then whisk until well combined.
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  3. Add the lemon juice, lemon zest, eggs, vanilla extract, and yogurt, then mix well.
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  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, shredded coconut, baking powder, and salt.
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  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture.
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  6. Add the milk and gently mix until a smooth muffin batter forms.
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  7. Line a muffin tin with paper liners and divide the batter evenly among 12 muffin cups.
  8. Bake at 180°C for 20–25 minutes until the muffins are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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  9. Let the muffins cool for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack.
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  10. Dust the cooled muffins with powdered sugar and  shredded coconut.
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  11. Serve the coconut muffins and enjoy.
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Nutrition

Calories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 31gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSodium: 135mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15g

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