Coconut Chews
Soft, chewy, and bursting with tropical flavor, Coconut Chews are the ultimate treat for coconut lovers. These delightful cookies come together in under 30 minutes and feature a buttery base elevated by the lightly caramelized sweetness of brown sugar, the richness of shredded coconut, and a hint of vanilla. Perfectly golden on the edges with irresistibly soft centers, they deliver melt-in-your-mouth texture in every bite. Ideal for afternoon snacks, dessert platters, or as a sweet indulgence any time of day, these easy-to-make cookies will quickly become a household favorite. With simple pantry ingredients and a quick prep time, Coconut Chews are as convenient as they are delicious—perfect for busy bakers looking for a tropical twist.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup Light brown sugar
- 1 Large egg
- 1 teaspoon Pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 1.5 cups Sweetened shredded coconut
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar using a hand mixer or stand mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the egg and vanilla extract to the bowl, and mix until fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
Fold in the sweetened shredded coconut by hand using a spatula until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Place the dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Lightly flatten each dough ball with the palm of your hand or the back of a spoon to ensure even baking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are lightly golden. The centers will still appear slightly soft.
Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve immediately or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2276 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 90.0 g | 115% | |
| Saturated Fat | 61.3 g | 306% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 310 mg | 103% | |
| Sodium | 1201 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 365.6 g | 133% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.3 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 245.7 g | ||
| Protein | 23.6 g | 47% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 106 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 7.9 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 454 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
