If you're dairy-intolerant, coconut milk and cream are an excellent alternative to cows' milk in some cooked dishes (provided you like its quite strong coconut flavour).
of vanilla cream cheese frosting on top of the cupcake and spread to the edges of the cupcake so that it is completely covered with frosting. Then sprinkle shredded coconut on top of the frosting ...
Look out for brands that use only 100% pure coconut. Keep in a cool, dark place away from heat. Once opened, keep refrigerated and use up quickly otherwise it may become rancid or mouldy.