How do I make easter egg cupcakes with coconut nests?

Take your Easter Egg Cupcakes to the next level with adorable coconut nests. A delightful and edible decoration for your festive treats!

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I make Easter Egg Cupcakes with coconut nests. Items include: Flour Sugar Baking powder Salt Butter Milk Vanilla extract Shredded coconut Green food coloring Candy-coated chocolate Easter eggs

Flour 1 1/2 cups
Sugar 3/4 cup
Baking powder 1 1/2 teaspoons
Salt a pinch
Butter 1/2 cup, melted
Milk 1/2 cup
Vanilla extract 1 teaspoon
Shredded coconut 2 cups
Green food coloring a few drops
Candy-coated chocolate Easter eggs as desired

Take note
Remember to keep an eye on your cupcakes while they're baking and be careful not to burn yourself when handling hot pans. Also, don't forget to use oven mitts when removing them from the oven!

1

Prepare the Cupcake Batter

In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and a pinch of salt. In a separate bowl, whisk together melted butter, milk, and vanilla extract. Gradually pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and mix until well-combined.

2

Bake the Cupcakes

Line a cupcake tin with paper liners. Fill each liner about two-thirds full with the cupcake batter. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake the cupcakes for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Once baked, remove from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack.

3

Make the Coconut Nests

While the cupcakes are cooling, it's time to create your adorable coconut nests. In a bowl, mix shredded coconut with a few drops of green food coloring until the coconut is uniformly colored. Take small portions of the colored coconut and shape them into nest-like structures.

4

Decorate your Cupcakes

Once the cupcakes have completely cooled, it's time to add the finishing touches. Place a coconut nest on top of each cupcake, gently pressing it down to create an indentation. Fill the nests with a few candy-coated chocolate Easter eggs to complete the look.