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Chewy Coconut Cookies Recipe

Chewy Coconut Cookies Recipe You’ll Want to Bake Again and Again

This Chewy Coconut Cookies recipe evokes sweet memories of baking with family, perfect for both busy weeknights and festive gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour spoon and level for best texture
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda use fresh for optimal results
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter softened for optimal creaming
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar can replace half with light brown sugar
  • 3/4 cup Light Brown Sugar
  • 1 large Egg room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract real vanilla is recommended
  • 1 cup Sweetened Shredded Coconut unsweetened can be used for a lighter option
  • 2 tablespoons Whole Milk or Heavy Cream use if dough seems too dry
Optional Variations
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chips for enhanced sweetness
  • 1/2 cup Almonds toasted chopped for extra crunch
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest for a refreshing twist

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt, whisking until no lumps remain.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar together until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth and creamy.
  5. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Gently fold in the sweetened shredded coconut and whole milk or heavy cream until the dough feels soft.
  7. Scoop out tablespoons of dough and form them into balls, placing them on the lined baking sheets.
  8. Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are light golden and the centers look slightly underbaked.
  9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Take care not to overmix the dough to maintain a soft and chewy texture. Experiment with optional ingredients to create your own variations.

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