Coconut Cookies Recipe
Creating the perfect Coconut Cookies Recipe brings tropical flavors to your kitchen. These delightful treats combine sweet coconut with buttery goodness.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Electric mixer
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
- Baking sheets
- Parchment paper
- Wire cooling rack
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup butter softened
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup white sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1½ cups shredded coconut
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Mix flour, baking powder, and salt together.
- Cream butter with both sugars until fluffy.
- Add eggs and vanilla to butter mixture.
- Gradually blend in flour mixture completely.
- Fold shredded coconut into cookie dough gently.
- Drop spoonfuls onto parchment-lined baking sheets.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden.
- Cool on wire rack completely.
Notes
- Use fresh shredded coconut for better flavor
- Don't overmix the dough to prevent tough cookies
- Chill dough for 30 minutes for easier handling
- Space cookies 2 inches apart on baking sheets
- Store in airtight container for maximum freshness