Description
These Chewy Coconut Cookies are a delightful tropical treat with a perfect balance of sweetness and chewiness. Easy to make and even easier to devour, these cookies will transport you to a sunny beach with their coconut flavor.
Ingredients
Cookie Dough:
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup light brown sugar (packed)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 ½ cups sweetened shredded coconut
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in the vanilla extract.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined.
- Finish Dough: Fold in the shredded coconut.
- Bake: Drop tablespoon-sized scoops of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden but centers remain soft.
- Cool: Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For added flavor, stir in ½ teaspoon almond extract or ½ cup of chopped toasted pecans.
- Store in an airtight container to maintain chewiness.
