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    Coconut Cookies

    Published: Feb 9, 2021 · Modified: Dec 8, 2021 by Anna 7 Comments · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    These Coconut Cookies are thick and chewy and packed with sweet coconut! This cookie will be a favorite among coconut fans. 

    Cookies stacked on a plate.

    Coconut Cookies

    Do you happen to have sweetened coconut in your pantry? If so, and you just happen to love desserts with this ingredient, I have just the cookie recipe for you! These cookies are very easy to make, thick, chewy, and absolutely delicious. Filled with coconut goodness, they are a real treat! Use coconut extract if you can to really amplify the flavor of this star ingredient.

    Ingredients:

    • all-purpose flour
    • sweetened coconut
    • baking powder
    • baking soda
    • white sugar
    • brown sugar
    • vanilla extract
    • egg
    • unsalted butter
    Ingredients for cookies on a board.

    How to make Coconut Cookies from scratch?

    • Start by whisking together the dry ingredients.
    • Melt butter in a microwave until just barely melted and let it cool completely.
    • Add both sugars to butter and whisk or mix with a mixer for 1 minute.
    • Add egg and vanilla and whisk until just incorporated.
    Dry ingredients and butter mixture in a bowl.
    • Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and stir everything with a wooden spoon.
    • Cover the bowl with dough and chill for 30 minutes.
    • Scoop 2 tablespoons of dough and roll into a ball. Place on a baking sheet, about 2 inches apart.
    • Bake in preheated oven for 9 minutes.
    • Cool and serve.
    Dough before and after chilling.

    Tips for the best Coconut Cookies:

    • the extract: if at all possible, use coconut extract to strengthen the coconut flavor
    • coconut: I like to use sweetened because of the texture and because it is easier to find in the store
    • butter: always use unsalted butter for baking to control the salt amount
    • melting butter: place it in a microwave-safe bowl and melt for 15 seconds, stir and melt for 10 seconds; it should be almost melted (a few solid pieces visible); stir it until smooth and let it sit on the counter until it is completely cooled to the touch;
    • chilling the dough: chill it for thicker cookies or bake right away for flatter cookies with a crispy edge;
    Cookies with coconut on a plate with rim.

    More cookies recipes:

    • Perfect Sugar Cookies
    • Chewy Snickerdoodles
    • Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies
    • Classic Snowball Cookies
    • Cream Cheese Cookies

    For more recipes like this one, feel free to browse our Dessert category.

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    Cookies stacked on a plate.

    Coconut Cookies

    Author: Anna
    These Coconut Cookies are thick and chewy and packed with sweet coconut! This cookie will be a favorite among coconut fans. 
    5 from 3 votes
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 9 mins
    chilling the dough 30 mins
    Total Time 54 mins
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American
    Servings 12 cookies
    Calories 229 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
    • 1 ½ cups sweetened coconut
    • ½ teaspoon baking powder
    • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • ½ cup unsalted butter
    • ½ cup granulated sugar
    • ¼ cup packed light brown sugar
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 1 large egg

    Instructions
     

    • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt and coconut. Set aside.
    • Place butter in a heat-proof bowl. Microwave for 15 seconds, stir gently, then microwave for 10 more seconds. It should be almost melted. Stir it until smooth and let it cool completely.
    • Add both sugars to butter and whisk or mix with a mixer for 1 minute. It will thicken as you whisk it.
    • Add egg and vanilla and whisk until just incorporated.
    • Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and stir everything with a wooden spoon.
    • Cover the bowl with dough and chill for 30 minutes in the fridge.
    • Line large baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone baking mat.
    • Preheat oven to 350° F.
    • Scoop 2 tablespoons of dough and roll into a ball. Place on a baking sheet, about 2 inches apart.
    • Bake in preheated oven for 9 minutes.
    • Cool cookies on a rack, then serve.

    Notes

    • To strengthen the coconut flavor, use coconut extract.
    • Chill the dough for thicker cookies or bake right away for flatter cookies with a crispy edge.
    • Please note, that the nutrition value can vary depending on what product you use. The information below is an estimate. Always use calorie counter you are familiar with.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 229kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 34mg | Sodium: 110mg | Potassium: 86mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 256IU | Calcium: 19mg | Iron: 1mg
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    1. Kobie says

      January 07, 2022 at 10:19 pm

      5 stars
      Made these for my family and we all just absolutely loved them. I added chopped pecans the second go round. A wonderful recipe I will use regularly. Thank you for sharing.

      Reply
    2. Natasha says

      February 09, 2021 at 7:31 pm

      5 stars
      Wow, these are so chewy and delicious! I like trying out different coconut recipes as we love them at home and I'm glad I tried this recipe. This is one of the best cookies that I have ever made. Thanks for sharing this recipe!

      Reply
      • Anna says

        February 17, 2021 at 5:25 pm

        I am so glad the cookies were a hit! Thank you, Natasha!

        Reply
    3. Beth says

      February 09, 2021 at 1:49 pm

      These look so delicious and tasty! I can't wait to make this recipe! My family is going to love this recipe!

      Reply
      • Anna says

        February 17, 2021 at 5:25 pm

        I hope they are a hit! Thanks, Beth!

        Reply
    4. Katie says

      February 09, 2021 at 12:59 pm

      5 stars
      I love coconut, so these look absolutely amazing!

      Reply
      • Anna says

        February 17, 2021 at 5:26 pm

        Thanks, Katie!

        Reply

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