Fluffy Coconut Chocolate Cupcakes - Circulon Cookware

Ingredients

• 1/3 cup bittersweet chocolate, chopped
• 2/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 1/2 cups hot coffee (or hot espresso for a richer flavor)
• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/4 teaspoons baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup dark brown sugar
• 1/2 cup coconut oil (melted) or vegetable oil
• 1 cup coconut milk (for extra coconut flavor)
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3 cups powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup coconut cream (or full-fat coconut milk)
• 1/2 cup toasted coconut flakes (for added flavor and texture)
• Optional: Dark chocolate shavings for garnish
• 3-4 cups unsweetened coconut flakes
• 4-5 drops of food coloring of choice (for festive decoration)
• Optional: Fun autumn-inspired candies (like caramel bits or dark chocolate leaves)