

Sift together cocoa powder, flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt into a large bowl.
Divide batter evenly among muffin cups
Bake until tops spring back when touched, about 20 minutes, rotating pan once if needed.
Transfer to a wire rack; let cool completely
Set the bowl on the mixer fitted with the whisk attachment and beat on medium speed for 3 minutes.
Combine water and sugar in a small saucepan
Stir over medium heat until sugar is dissolved
Remove from heat and set aside
Beat 4 egg whites until soft peaks form
Drop food coloring into a plastic container and shake it
Add in coconut flakes and shake again, adding more drops to get desired color