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Coconut Cookies Recipe

Coconut Cookies Recipe: Soft, Chewy Nostalgic Delights

Delight in this Coconut Cookies Recipe, featuring soft, chewy centers and crispy edges, perfect for sharing and quick to prepare.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Use gluten-free blend if needed
  • 1 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Helps cookies rise
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Gives cookies the right texture
  • 1 cup unsalted butter Softened, not melted
  • 1 cup light brown sugar Adds moisture and caramel flavor
  • 1 cup white sugar Contributes to sweetness
  • 1 large egg For vegan, substitute with flax egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1.5 cups unsweetened shredded coconut Divided for dough and coating
For Coating
  • 0.5 cups reserved shredded coconut For rolling the tops

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric Mixer
  • baking sheets
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (320°F for convection ovens) and line your baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, baking soda, and baking powder.
  3. Cream together the softened butter, light brown sugar, and white sugar using an electric mixer until fluffy.
  4. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until just combined.
  5. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture and add 1.5 cups of shredded coconut.
  6. Scoop and roll the dough into balls, then roll the tops in reserved coconut.
  7. Chill the dough balls in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 13-15 minutes until the edges are golden brown.
  9. Cool on trays for about 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Freeze baked cookies for up to 2 months.

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