Calypso Muffins

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup butter, melted
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained
• 1/2 cup sweetened flaked coconut

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease 12 muffin cups or line with paper liners.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a large bowl, combine the butter, sugar, and egg. Beat until light and fluffy.
4. Mix in the milk, pineapple, and coconut. Stir in the dry ingredients until just blended.
5. Divide the batter among 12 muffin cups. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
6. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Interesting Facts

• Calypso is a Caribbean-style music genre.
• Coconut is high in fiber and protein, and low in sugar.
• Pineapple is a good source of vitamins C and B6.