Almond Joy Cupcakes

first off ...
lemme just say this ...
i don't like coconut.
period.
LOVE the smell! lol
don't get me wrong ...
i dunno why ... i think it's a texture thing ...
just don't like it.
however ...
my mama and my best friend both LOVE Almond Joy Candy Bars!

and it just so happens that i found a recipe for Almond Joy Cupcakes ... yay!
so here i am .... lol

baking time! <3
these liners are sooo cute!
i love polka dots!
=)

finding that Cream of Coconut was a pain in the butt!
omg ...
finally ended up at Albertsons and asked the front manager.
and where did it end up being ...
with the ALCOHOL!
Hello NON-DRINKER!
wow! i dunno how many times i passed down that aisle and didn't even think to check there.
lmao!
oops!
oh well ...

i LOVE when cupcakes come out perfectly!!
makes me feel good ...
especially when it's a recipe that i've never tried before!
BONUS! =)
now that the cupcakes are all done ...
time for the Coconut Topping

this part took FOREVER! geez ...
onto the next part ...

Chocolate Glaze =)

all my little cupcakies in a row ...
ready for frosting =)
Coconut topping first ...

then comes the Chocolate Glaze with Almond garnish =)

ALL DONE!
Hopefully they taste good ... lol.
I'll find out tomorrow.
You can find the recipe at the link below =)

Almond Joy Cupcakes
With Sprinkles on Top 

Enjoy!!
G'night friends!
<3