Amazing Vegan Coconut Cupcakes (Gluten Free Option)

Ingredients

• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp sea salt
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 3 cups powdered sugar
• 1 cup shredded coconut, unsweetened
• 2 tsp apple cider vinegar or lemon juice
• 2/3 cup (150 g) unsweetened coconut milk (either in a can or from the refrigerated section), room temperature
• 1 1/2 cups (188 g) all-purpose flour or 1-to-1 gluten free flour with 1 tbsp cornstarch or arrowroot powder
• 1/4 cup (57 g) vegan butter, melted and cooled to room temperature
• 1/2 cup (125 g) granulated sugar or coconut sugar
• 1/2 cup (125 g) unsweetened dairy free yogurt or applesauce, room temperature
• 1/2 cup (113 g)  vegan cream cheese, room temperature*
• 1 cup (226 g) vegan butter, room temperature
• 2 cups toasted coconut flakes