Make the Pudding - Grab a bowl and add the milk, coconut extract and instant pudding mix. Mix well until there is no powder remaining. Place in the refrigerator until set.

Whip the Cream - In the meantime, place a bowl into the freezer to chill. Once chilled, add the whipping cream to the bowl and beat the cream continually until light and fluffy. Peaks should begin to form. At this point, add the sugar and keep mixing until you get stiff peaks.

Mix - Now remove your set pudding mix and fold in the cream with a spatula. Once mixed, place in the fridge until you need it.

Make the Cake Batter - Prepare by gathering the ingredients you need and preheating your oven to 350F. Also ensure you stir the coconut milk before you begin the batter. Grab a bowl and add the cake mix, shredded coconut, milk, egg whites, oil, sour cream, coconut extract and baking powder. Mix well until ingredients are combined. Next, pour the batter into liners on a baking sheet. Place in the center of your preheated oven for 18 minutes. You can test that they’re ready by placing a skewer into the center of a cake. When it comes out clean, they’re ready. Remove from oven and leave to cool.

Make the Filling - Grab a bowl and add the milk, coconut extract and instant pudding mix. Mix well until there is no powder remaining. Place in the refrigerator until set. In the meantime, place a bowl into the freezer to chill. Once chilled, add the whipping cream to the bowl and beat the cream continually until light and fluffy. Peaks should begin to form. At this point, add the sugar and keep mixing until you get stiff peaks. Now remove your set pudding mix and fold in the cream with a spatula. Once mixed, place in the fridge until you need it.

Make the Frosting - Place a bowl in the freezer for a few minutes and then whip the cream cheese until smooth. Now add three tbsp of whipping cream and mix well. Keep adding the whipping cream gradually and mix until peaks begin to form. At this point, add the vanilla and sugar. Keep beating until the peaks are stiff. Use right away.

Assemble - Now it’s time to assemble. Scoop out the centre of each cake using a knife or spoon. Pipe the filling into the center of each cupcake. Now all you need to do is add the frosting to the top of each cupcake and sprinkle the coconut flakes on top of the frosting. They are now ready to serve and enjoy! It’s worth noting that these cakes must be kept in the fridge.