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Easy Chewy Coconut Cookies

A stack of four golden brown, toasted coconut cookies piled on a small white plate.
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Make soft, chewy coconut cookies that are packed with tropical flavor. This simple recipe uses basic ingredients and delivers bakery-style results perfect for snacks or cookie trays.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated white sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups sweetened shredded coconut

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set this dry mixture aside.
  3. In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and white sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This takes about two minutes.
  4. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just incorporated.
  6. Stir in the shredded coconut until it distributes evenly throughout the dough.
  7. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about two inches apart. You can lightly press the tops down if you prefer a flatter cookie.
  8. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown and the centers look set but still soft.
  9. Let the coconut cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For extra toasted coconut flavor, lightly toast one cup of the shredded coconut in a dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant before adding it to the dough. Watch it closely as it burns fast.
  • If you want a slightly crisp edge, chill the dough for 30 minutes before scooping and baking. This helps prevent spreading.
  • These soft coconut cookies freeze well. Place cooled cookies in an airtight container between layers of wax paper.

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