Easy Coconut Cupcakes

Islas Flotantes de Coco (Coconut Floating Islands)

Though some recipes call for baking the meringues and then slipping them into the custard, I follow the more traditional route and poach them. A bite reveals that these islands are rather more like clouds.

Creamy Coconut Frosting

Based on a traditional Swiss buttercream, this silky frosting is flavored with virgin coconut oil rather than artificial coconut extract, so it tastes wonderfully authentic.

Pina Colada Cupcakes

These fun, adult-only cupcakes have all the flavors of a pina colada: coconut, pineapple, and rum.

Coconut Tapioca Dessert with Sweet Rice Balls

This coconut tapioca dessert with homemade sweet rice balls and fruit is our take on the sweet soups and desserts loved in many Asian countries.

Chocolate Coconut Muffins

When you're craving something a bit sweet, but don't want a heavy, traditional brunch, try these muffins.

Coconut Custard Pie

This Old-Fashioned Coconut Custard Pie with toasted coconut is one of my family's longtime favorites! Serve it with lightly-sweetened whipped cream and devour.

Coconut Layer Cake with Chocolate Glaze

Notes: I prefer Coco López brand cream of coconut for this recipe. Cream of coconut tends to separate. Prior to using, place it in a bowl and whisk it until smooth. If you don't have three 9-inch round cake pans,...

The Best Chocolate-Dipped Coconut Macaroons

Chewy on the inside, crunchy on the outside, coconutty all the way through, coconut macaroons are what cemented my coconut love many years ago. This recipe is my updated version, developed through dozens of tests to perfect the texture, flavor, and appearance.

Coconut Shrimp 3 Ways

Three delicious ways to make Coconut Shrimp: traditional deep fried, oven baked, and air-fried. These lightly-sweet, crunchy breaded shrimp are a great appetizer for game day and casual entertaining!

Haupia

This Hawaiian chilled coconut pudding is refreshing and simple.