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Toasted Coconut Pineapple Muffins

Deliciously tropical muffins bursting with the flavors of coconut and pineapple, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: tropical
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffins
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple drained well
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk can use almond or coconut milk
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
For Topping (Optional)
  • 1/2 cup toasted coconut flakes
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans

Method
 

Baking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350?F (175?C).
  2. Prepare your muffin tin by lining it with paper liners or greasing it lightly.
  3. Mix the dry ingredients in a large bowl: flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Blend the wet ingredients in another bowl: whisk together melted butter, sugar, eggs, and crushed pineapple.
  5. Combine the wet and dry mixtures gently until just combined.
  6. Add toasted coconut into the batter, folding it gently.
  7. Scoop the batter into your prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about two-thirds full.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  9. Cool the muffins in the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Optional: Top with extra toasted coconut for added crunch.

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