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    Snowman Cupcakes

    Published: Dec 16, 2021 · Modified: Dec 16, 2021 by Daniela Apostol · This post may contain affiliate links · 3 Comments

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    Snowman Cupcakes, the best Christmas cupcakes for kids and grown-ups alike. Moist and fluffy coconut cupcakes made from scratch, topped with a delicious coconut cream cheese icing, and decorated with chocolate chips and orange peel for a festive touch. Super easy to make, ready in no time, and gone from the plate in seconds.

    A plate with 7 snowman cupcakes

    Christmas is upon us, which means, the preparations for the big day have already stared. There is no Christmas without some good old baking, and these cupcakes will definitely be a big hit with kids and grow-ups too.

    I just love coconut, it gives such an amazing flavour to these already delicious cupcakes. Not to mention the chocolate chips, I mean, it's chocolate, we know it's divine. Snowman cupcakes are usually decorated with marshmallows, but this coconut version is as delicious.

    If you have kids, then this is a recipe to get them to help you. They will love to get their little hands messy, and I am sure they will be more than pleased with the final result. Not only cute, but fun to eat too.

    You only need a few simple ingredients, with the desiccated coconut being the main ingredients, not only for the sponges, but also for the icing. There is no need for any other flavour, the coconut one is just enough.

    Overhead shoot of 7 snowman cupcakes with lights around

    HOW TO MAKE COCONUT CUPCAKES FOR CHRISTMAS

    The easy bit about decorating the cupcakes to make snowmen is that you don't need to worry about perfectly swirled icing. You don't even need an icing bag with a nozzle, a spoon can do a good enough job.

    Overhead shoot  of ingredients needed for snowman cupcakes
    • beat the soft butter with the sugar until creamy, then add the eggs one by one and beat well
    • add the flour and desiccated coconut, and mix again, making sure you don't overmix the batter, but just enough for the ingredients to come together
    • line a muffin/cupcake tin with paper cases, and divide the batter evenly
    • bake for about 20 minutes or until the cupcakes are firm to touch

    Unlike muffins, the cupcakes don't rise that much, so you won't get the dome shape. Again, another reason why making these cupcakes is such an easy job, less stress about the baking and decorating.

    Collage of 5 photos to show how to make coconut cupcakes

    HOW TO MAKE COCONUT CREAM CHEESE ICING

    The icing only need 4 main ingredients: cream cheese, desiccated coconut, butter and icing sugar. It's such an easy job, all you need to do is mix all the ingredients until you get a nice and smooth paste, top each cupcake, then use chocolate chips for the eyes and mouth, and orange peel for the nose.

    And that's the snowmen ready!

    Overhead shoot of ingredients needed for coconut icing

    tips and tricks

    There is little that could go wrong with this recipe. The main piece of advice would be, as with any other cupcake, to make sure the sponges are cooled before topping them with icing, otherwise the icing will melt, and the cupcakes will be a big mess.

    There is no need to refrigerate the cupcakes once they are decorated. I chose to use half the amount of desiccated coconut for the icing, and sprinkle the rest over to resemble snow flakes. It's so much more festive, even if the coconut tends to be quite messy this way.

    If you are looking for more festive desserts to bake with your kids, why not check this post: Easy Christmas Treats For Kids? It's got loads of delicious treats that little ones would absolutely love, and they are so much better than the ready-,made stuff. Do give them a go!

    Overhead shoot of a plate with 7 snowman cupcakes

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    Overhead shoot of a plate with 7 snowman cupcakes
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    Snowman Cupcakes
    Prep Time
    15 mins
    Cook Time
    20 mins
    Total Time
    35 mins
     

    Snowman Cupcakes, the best Christmas cupcakes for kids and grown-ups alike. Moist and fluffy coconut cupcakes made from scratch, topped with a delicious coconut cream cheese icing, and decorated with chocolate chips and orange peel for a festive touch. Super easy to make, ready in no time, and gone from the plate in seconds.

    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: International
    Keyword: christmas cupcakes
    Servings: 12 cupcakes
    Calories: 232 kcal
    Author: Daniela Apostol
    Ingredients
    • 100 g butter (soften)
    • 100 g granulated sugar
    • 2 large eggs, slightly beaten
    • 100 g plain flour
    • 2 tablespoon full-fat milk
    • 100 g desiccated coconut
    For the cream cheese icing
    • 100 g cream cheese
    • 25 g butter, soften
    • 100 g icing sugar (confectioner's)
    • 50 g dessicated coconut
    Metric - US Customary
    Instructions
    1. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius (350 degrees Fahrenheit).

    2. In a large bowl, beat together the butter and sugar until smooth, then add the eggs one by one.

    3. Sift in the flour, then fold in the coconut and milk.

    4. Gently mix so that you can get a smooth consistency.
    5. Line a muffin tin with 12 paper cases, and spoon the mixture in evenly, about ⅔ full.
    6. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes until risen and firm to the touch.
    7. Allow to cool completely.
    8. To make the icing, beat together the cream cheese, butter and sugar.
    9. Once the cupcakes have cooled down, use a teaspoon to spread the icing over each cupcake.
    10. Sprinkle dessicated coconut generously on the cupcakes, so that they are fully covered.
    11. Use chocolate chips and small pieces of orange peel to decorate.

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    Recipe Notes
    • Click on the US Customary link to see the measurements displayed in cups and ounces.
    • The servings can be adjusted by clicking the number next to Servings.
    Nutrition Facts
    Snowman Cupcakes
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 232 Calories from Fat 117
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 13g20%
    Saturated Fat 8g40%
    Cholesterol 59mg20%
    Sodium 139mg6%
    Potassium 24mg1%
    Carbohydrates 24g8%
    Fiber 4g16%
    Sugar 17g19%
    Protein 3g6%
    Vitamin A 410IU8%
    Calcium 17mg2%
    Iron 0.5mg3%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
     

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    1. youthfoodblog

      November 30, 2016 at 3:39 am

      Love the smiley faces!

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    2. Florentina

      November 30, 2016 at 6:03 pm

      Arata asa de bine ca aproape iti este mila sa le mananci. Felicitari pentru aceasta creatie spectaculoasa sunt sigura ca fetita ta le adora!

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      • Daniela Anderson

        November 30, 2016 at 7:14 pm

        Multumesc frumos! Este exact ca mami, nu poate refuza dulciurile ?

        Reply

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