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It sounds scrumptious, and I can't wait to try it!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-03-08","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"maggieaw"},"reviewBody":"Pretty good- I think if I made these again I would toast the coconut before adding to batter. Mine do not look as pretty as the photo. Guess I wait to see how fast they disappear to really judge if they are great!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-03-08","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"marcoates"},"reviewBody":"Haven't made this yet; but, just based on the ingredients I will definitely make it. Sounds wonderful! To try to shed some light on 1946quilter's question, I believe Terilee meant to add 1\/4 cup of regular milk to the frosting. My reasoning for this is because the cupcake ingredients calls for 1 cup of buttermilk. Maybe Terilee thought the frosting was too thick and added the 1\/4 cup of regular milk. This is just my guess. When I make a new recipe, I usually make it exactly as stated in the recipe.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-03-08","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"tkarinas"},"reviewBody":"Coconut pecan cupcakes are a family favourite in our home and one we'll be making many more times. They are so easy and so delicious, they're a keeper for sure and one that will end up in my recipe box.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-03-09","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"prissymae06"},"reviewBody":"I have not made these but I will.I was reading the reviews and a few of them talked about adding milk not adding milk which is it do I add the 1cup of buttermilk?","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-03-10","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"JennieJean"},"reviewBody":"Definitely a keeper. To convert this to a cake pan, would I just bake it for 30-35 minutes? This would be great to take to a church fellowship.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-03-12","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"maggieaw"},"reviewBody":"yes, I made these exactly as the recipe states. And they disappeared fast so I will make them again. I love \"cupcake of the week\"!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-03-15","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"jmscott"},"reviewBody":"Husband took them to work and everyone raved about them. Friend of mine loves Italian cream cake and asked for the recipe for the cupcakes.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-03-15","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"zucchinilady"},"reviewBody":"I made a double batch of these to take to a block party - had many request for the recipe\/very light and love the coconut\/pecan mixture. Will be in my \"favorite\" box!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-03-15","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"loriscookery"},"reviewBody":"These were fabulous!!!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-03-16","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"tramthum"},"reviewBody":"I made these for a church pot luck. I ran out of time and did not have time to frost them with the recipe given so i just substituted an almond flavored powdered sugar drizzle. They were a hit and all but a couple were eaten. Everyone raved about how good they tasted. While i liked them, The recipe was not a 1,2,3 step recipe. Also, you have to fill the cupcake liner up almost all of the way. I only filled up the liner half way for the first batch and that batch was not enought (should have read the directions a little better). I did toast the coconut as suggested by another reader. I will make these again, with more time so i can make the frosting also.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-03-16","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"mary296a"},"reviewBody":"use the buttermilk, it complments the frosting","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-03-16","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"vickivee3"},"reviewBody":"I halved the recipe and only used 2 eggs-very good. Loved the nutty taste!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-08-09","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"jamiekidd77"},"reviewBody":"These cupcakes were awesome! My husband loved them. They are probably the best cupcakes I've ever had!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-03-21","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"jen.hollingsworth"},"reviewBody":"These cupcakes were the best!!!! Everyone loved them..... very moist!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-07-02","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"parksville"},"reviewBody":"These are really good, although we found them a bit too sweet for our taste. Will make again and try cutting back on the sugar and use unsweetened coconut next time. Overall - a great cupcake!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-05-16","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"marrisa_s"},"reviewBody":"WOW!!! These were amazing!! I made these for a mothers day lunch and every single one of them went! I was kinda disappointed that there wasnt any leftover for me to eat later :)","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-11-23","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"tamsea"},"reviewBody":"These are delicious!! It is awfully sweet, but very tasty. The only problem I had was that the cupcake batter didn't rise much. I filled them almost full so it didn't really matter. Maybe it isn't supposed to. It was still yummy.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2017-02-13","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"mzgrinder"},"reviewBody":"Delicious! 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Delicious! Little troublesome to make, not so much troublesome, just time consuming to make, but very worth it. I followed recipe all the way, and it made 2 dozens cupcakes in a regular size tin. Had enough left over to make 21 mini's. Probably could have made at least 6 more regulars. Wanted to toast the coconut, but just didn't have time. Very Yummy as is. Not a problem with rising as some reviewed, filled about 3\/4 full and they were perfect.<\/p>","CommentId":1,"DateRated":"02\/13\/2017 17:29","GUID":"4b9b228b8bb240eda621dff2a12da49b","MemberId":6418368,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"mzgrinder","SubmittedDate":"02\/13\/2017 17:29"},{"Comment":"
These are delicious!! It is awfully sweet, but very tasty. The only problem I had was that the cupcake batter didn't rise much. I filled them almost full so it didn't really matter. Maybe it isn't supposed to. It was still yummy.<\/p>","CommentId":2,"DateRated":"","GUID":"40E4A96AB03249BEA537F58036A880B1","MemberId":1024203,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"tamsea","SubmittedDate":"11\/23\/2013 21:00"},{"Comment":"
WOW!!! These were amazing!! I made these for a mothers day lunch and every single one of them went! I was kinda disappointed that there wasnt any leftover for me to eat later :)<\/p>","CommentId":3,"DateRated":"05\/16\/2012 14:19","GUID":"53da379e003648a381923229e1cfc52b","MemberId":6152461,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"marrisa_s","SubmittedDate":"05\/16\/2012 14:19"},{"Comment":"
These are really good, although we found them a bit too sweet for our taste. Will make again and try cutting back on the sugar and use unsweetened coconut next time. Overall - a great cupcake!<\/p>","CommentId":4,"DateRated":"07\/02\/2011 09:59","GUID":"ccf0e75b69a94519af98aff2fe17c114","MemberId":1598935,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"parksville","SubmittedDate":"07\/02\/2011 09:58"},{"Comment":"
These cupcakes were the best!!!! Everyone loved them..... very moist!<\/p>","CommentId":5,"DateRated":"03\/21\/2011 13:21","GUID":"65b30a3ef76048dda99306de7c43280e","MemberId":5559986,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"jen.hollingsworth","SubmittedDate":"03\/21\/2011 13:21"},{"Comment":"
These cupcakes were awesome! My husband loved them. They are probably the best cupcakes I've ever had!<\/p>","CommentId":6,"DateRated":"08\/09\/2010 18:35","GUID":"acf5b322eeed4fa69c740f05f98a4a0f","MemberId":3461757,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"jamiekidd77","SubmittedDate":"08\/09\/2010 18:35"},{"Comment":"
I halved the recipe and only used 2 eggs-very good. Loved the nutty taste!<\/p>","CommentId":7,"DateRated":"03\/16\/2010 17:35","GUID":"AB348AF810CF40A2952B48F5CCE8C0A7","MemberId":1975556,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"vickivee3","SubmittedDate":"03\/16\/2010 17:35"},{"Comment":"
use the buttermilk, it complments the frosting<\/p>","CommentId":8,"DateRated":"03\/16\/2010 07:25","GUID":"68d73a53a4da44ad9bf82843a59c8539","MemberId":1994743,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"mary296a","SubmittedDate":"03\/16\/2010 07:25"},{"Comment":"
I made these for a church pot luck. I ran out of time and did not have time to frost them with the recipe given so i just substituted an almond flavored powdered sugar drizzle. They were a hit and all but a couple were eaten. Everyone raved about how good they tasted. While i liked them, The recipe was not a 1,2,3 step recipe. Also, you have to fill the cupcake liner up almost all of the way. I only filled up the liner half way for the first batch and that batch was not enought (should have read the directions a little better). I did toast the coconut as suggested by another reader. I will make these again, with more time so i can make the frosting also.<\/p>","CommentId":9,"DateRated":"03\/16\/2010 01:09","GUID":"a1cffbc627024ed2bb44b7b0e262c65c","MemberId":4916068,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"tramthum","SubmittedDate":"03\/16\/2010 01:09"},{"Comment":"
These were fabulous!!!<\/p>","CommentId":10,"DateRated":"03\/15\/2010 18:10","GUID":"934E2434A3B84DC6A527CDCDFF69DDEF","MemberId":827703,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"loriscookery@sbcglobal.net","SubmittedDate":"03\/15\/2010 18:10"},{"Comment":"
I made a double batch of these to take to a block party - had many request for the recipe\/very light and love the coconut\/pecan mixture. Will be in my \"favorite\" box!<\/p>","CommentId":11,"DateRated":"03\/15\/2010 12:16","GUID":"46d348390f314c949954d9bb8077c729","MemberId":3149814,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"zucchinilady","SubmittedDate":"03\/15\/2010 12:16"},{"Comment":"
Husband took them to work and everyone raved about them. Friend of mine loves Italian cream cake and asked for the recipe for the cupcakes.<\/p>","CommentId":12,"DateRated":"03\/15\/2010 12:03","GUID":"2f7b3e0b1ec94fa9914b293e72b09a41","MemberId":1155650,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"jmscott","SubmittedDate":"03\/15\/2010 12:03"},{"Comment":"yes, I made these exactly as the recipe states. And they disappeared fast so I will make them again. I love "cupcake of the week"!","CommentId":13,"DateRated":"03\/08\/2010 16:35","GUID":"7b8447ffdd49487092afb0c98c017e31","MemberId":4163584,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"maggieaw","SubmittedDate":"03\/12\/2010 18:12"},{"Comment":"
Definitely a keeper. To convert this to a cake pan, would I just bake it for 30-35 minutes? This would be great to take to a church fellowship.<\/p>","CommentId":14,"DateRated":"03\/10\/2010 10:51","GUID":"A12CC44F7C30EF6353441FE6D2736079","MemberId":139354,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"JennieJean","SubmittedDate":"03\/10\/2010 10:51"},{"Comment":"
I have not made these but I will.I was reading the reviews and a few of them talked about adding milk not adding milk which is it do I add the 1cup of buttermilk?<\/p>","CommentId":15,"DateRated":"03\/09\/2010 01:34","GUID":"d4d27f47d6c2454f94ebaa7f1f987cca","MemberId":2426656,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"prissymae06","SubmittedDate":"03\/09\/2010 01:34"},{"Comment":"
Coconut pecan cupcakes are a family favourite in our home and one we'll be making many more times. They are so easy and so delicious, they're a keeper for sure and one that will end up in my recipe box.<\/p>","CommentId":16,"DateRated":"03\/08\/2010 19:04","GUID":"f6f630afa38f4ac49327439e571d7887","MemberId":4389335,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"tkarinas","SubmittedDate":"03\/08\/2010 19:04"},{"Comment":"
Haven't made this yet; but, just based on the ingredients I will definitely make it. Sounds wonderful! To try to shed some light on 1946quilter's question, I believe Terilee meant to add 1\/4 cup of regular milk to the frosting. My reasoning for this is because the cupcake ingredients calls for 1 cup of buttermilk. Maybe Terilee thought the frosting was too thick and added the 1\/4 cup of regular milk. This is just my guess. When I make a new recipe, I usually make it exactly as stated in the recipe.<\/p>","CommentId":17,"DateRated":"03\/08\/2010 17:20","GUID":"7330AD56834EB0DB013B7E0308C25445","MemberId":164090,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"marcoates","SubmittedDate":"03\/08\/2010 17:20"},{"Comment":"
Pretty good- I think if I made these again I would toast the coconut before adding to batter. Mine do not look as pretty as the photo. Guess I wait to see how fast they disappear to really judge if they are great!<\/p>","CommentId":18,"DateRated":"03\/08\/2010 16:35","GUID":"7b8447ffdd49487092afb0c98c017e31","MemberId":4163584,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"maggieaw","SubmittedDate":"03\/08\/2010 16:35"},{"Comment":"
terilee, what do you add the quarter cup of milk to -- the batter or the frosting? It sounds scrumptious, and I can't wait to try it!<\/p>","CommentId":19,"DateRated":"03\/08\/2010 12:37","GUID":"c121339d172c48bc84054b96bfaeb6b9","MemberId":4632087,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"1946quilter","SubmittedDate":"03\/08\/2010 12:37"},{"Comment":"
Add about 1\/4 cup milk to it (not buttermilk)<\/p>","CommentId":20,"DateRated":"","GUID":"a7d075da92f149e08d431b8a1558ada5","MemberId":3137818,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"terilee","SubmittedDate":"06\/08\/2009 17:23"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":21,"DateRated":"07\/15\/2008 06:17","GUID":"00EBB7F9F1694F919768BB4447D7AEA7","MemberId":360294,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Kim","SubmittedDate":"07\/15\/2008 06:17"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":22,"DateRated":"07\/14\/2008 18:35","GUID":"d3f1d88ae6494905a1931d514d2fd381","MemberId":1522586,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"cherytrue","SubmittedDate":"07\/14\/2008 18:35"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":23,"DateRated":"07\/07\/2008 23:47","GUID":"CC2383CB21B44CA2B652EEFE38C7033D","MemberId":1886496,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"meduseld","SubmittedDate":"07\/07\/2008 23:47"},{"Comment":"
I love coconut and pecans! For me it doesn't get any better than this!!<\/p>","CommentId":24,"DateRated":"","GUID":"84AEF122D7A74FDA83E3115E9048D0C1","MemberId":706652,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"kimsonmerk","SubmittedDate":"07\/07\/2008 20:42"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":25,"DateRated":"04\/12\/2007 20:27","GUID":"38873a39912241d88893232897c4c7ad","MemberId":1430847,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"krmez","SubmittedDate":"04\/12\/2007 20:27"}]},"breadcrumb":[{"term_id":310796,"name":"Dishes & Beverages","slug":"dishes-beverages","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":310731,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Wondering what to make? We've got recipes for any dish and beverage you're craving, from easy dinners to rich chocolate cakes and everything in between.","parent":309177,"count":44029,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/"},{"term_id":311389,"name":"Cakes","slug":"cakes","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":311324,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Taste Recipes's Test Kitchen is the headquarters for cake recipes. Our pros have all the techniques you need to whip up the perfect cake from scratch.","parent":310796,"count":3008,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/cakes\/"},{"term_id":311398,"name":"Birthday Cakes","slug":"birthday-cakes","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":311333,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"We're bringing you the best birthday cake recipes, baking tips and decorating advice you could wish for. With easy guides to classic cakes like chocolate and vanilla to zany cupcake ideas the kids will adore, you'll make this trip around the sun the greatest one yet.","parent":311389,"count":674,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/cakes\/birthday-cakes\/"}],"meta_data":{"enhanced_fields":{"enhanced_recipe_title":"Coconut Pecan Cupcakes"}},"analytics":[],"yoast_head":"\n