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Chewy Coconut Cookies Recipe

Chewy Coconut Cookies Recipe for Tropical Bliss at Home

Indulge in these chewy coconut cookies for a taste of tropical bliss with each bite.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1/2 cup Coconut Oil or unsalted butter for non-vegan option
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar adjust quantity based on sweetness of coconut
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar provides moisture and caramel flavor
  • 1 large Egg use flax egg for vegan option
  • 1 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt balances sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract or almond extract
  • 1 cup Shredded Coconut sweetened shredded recommended
For the Mix-Ins
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chips
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Macadamia Nuts

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Cookie Scoop
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment Paper
  • Spatula

Method
 

Baking Steps
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Mix coconut oil, granulated sugar, and brown sugar in a bowl until smooth and creamy for 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add the egg (or flax egg) and stir until fully combined.
  4. Whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl, then gradually mix into the wet ingredients.
  5. Fold in the shredded coconut until evenly distributed.
  6. Scoop the dough onto the prepared sheets, leaving space between each cookie.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are golden but centers remain soft.
  8. Cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These cookies are customizable; feel free to experiment with your favorite mix-ins!

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