Chocolate, Espresso, Macadamia, Coconut,and Toffee Cupcakes Recipe

Directions:

1. CUPCAKE BATTER:.
2. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
3. Dissolve the espresso granules in boiling water. Set as side to cool.
4. Cream shortening and sugar in a large bowl, until light and fluffy.
5. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
6. Combine flour, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda and salt, mix well.
7. Add the flour mixture to the creamed mixture alternating with the espresso liquid.
8. Fold in the toffee bits and macadamia nuts.
9. Fill muffin cups 3/4 full and bake at 350 for 20 - 22 minutes, or until the toothpick comes out clean.
10. Cool on wire rack for 10 minutes before removing from pan.
11. FROSTING:.
12. Combine frosting and espresso granules in a bowl, mix well.
13. Frost the cupcakes and sprinkle with the toffee bits and toasted coconut.