Key Lime Coconut Cupcakes

INGREDIENTS

1 3/4 cups

all-purpose flour

2 tsp

baking powder

1/4 tsp

kosher salt

1 cup

granulated sugar

1/2 cup

unsalted butter (at room temperature)

eggs (separated)

1 tsp

vanilla extract

1/2 cup

full-fat coconut milk

1 1/4 cups

sweetened shredded coconut

3 tbsp

coconut cream

2 oz

cream cheese (softened)

1 cup

confectioners' sugar (sifted)

1/2 cup

shredded coconut

1/2 cup

butter, softened

3 cups

confectioners' sugar (divided)

2 tbsp

lime zest*

1 tbsp

freshly squeezed lime juice*

1/4 cup

coconut flakes (toasted)