Muffins with coconut and pineapple sound delicious! Here’s a simple recipe to make them:
Coconut Pineapple Muffins
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut (sweetened or unsweetened, as preferred)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 1/2 cup coconut milk (or regular milk)
- 1/4 cup melted coconut oil (or vegetable oil)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it.
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In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, shredded coconut, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
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In another bowl, combine the melted coconut oil, coconut milk, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
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Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
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Fold in the crushed pineapple until evenly distributed.
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Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
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Bake for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
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Let the muffins cool in the pan for about 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy these muffins warm or at room temperature. They make a great snack or breakfast treat!