Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup sugar3 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt2/3 cup milk1 egg1/3 cup canola oil1/2 teaspoon coconut extract1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconutTOPPING:1/4 cup sugar1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut1 tablespoon butter, softened1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Preparation

In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. In another bowl, combine the milk, egg, oil and extract. Stir into dry ingredients just until combined. Fold in coconut. Fill greased or paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full.

Combine the topping ingredients; sprinkle over batter. Bake at 400° for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack. Serve warm.