1. Make the Cupcakes

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a cupcake pan with liners.
2. Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
3. Beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well.
5. Stir in vanilla and coconut milk.
6. Add dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
7. Fill liners about ⅔ full.
8. Bake 18–20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
9. Cool completely before frosting.

2. Make the Coconut Milk Frosting

1. Beat butter until creamy and pale (2–3 minutes).
2. Add powdered sugar gradually.
3. Mix in coconut milk, vanilla, and salt.
4. Beat until smooth, fluffy, and pipeable.
5. Divide frosting into bowls and tint with gel colors as desired.

3. Decorate the Flower Cupcakes

1. Fit piping bags with flower tips.
2. Pipe roses, blossoms, or petals starting from the center outward.
3. Add leaves, pearls, or sprinkles for finishing touches.
4. Chill briefly to help the frosting set before serving.