Coconut Cookies
These coconut cookies are crisp and golden on the edges, soft and chewy in the center, and packed with coconut flavor in every bite. Easy to make in under 30 minutes!
Ingredients
- 1 ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 ¼ cup sweetened shredded coconut
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- ½ cup light brown sugar (firmly packed)
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (or coconut extract)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line 2 large baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, mix the flour, shredded coconut, baking soda, and salt.
- In a stand mixer with the paddle attachment (or in a large bowl with a handheld mixer), beat the butter and sugars on medium speed for about 3 minutes, until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, and stir to combine.
- Add the coconut mixture to the bowl and mix until JUST combined. Scrape down the bowl if needed.
- Scoop 2 tablespoon portions onto the baking sheets with space between each one.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, until the edges are light golden. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then move them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.
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