Coconut Cupcakes

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup coconut milk
• 1/2 cup shredded coconut
• 1/2 cup coconut flakes

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In another bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with coconut milk.
6. Fold in shredded coconut and coconut flakes.
7. Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners.
8. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
9. Let the cupcakes cool completely before frosting.