Best 9 Crispy Coconut Date Cookies Recipes

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Crispy coconut date cookies are a delectable pastry that combines the sweetness of coconut and the chewiness of dates. The cookies have a crispy exterior and a soft, chewy interior that makes them a delightful treat. If you're a fan of coconut and dates, these cookies are a must-try. They are perfect for any occasion, from casual gatherings to festive celebrations. So, get ready to indulge in the irresistible flavor of crispy coconut date cookies by following our detailed recipe guide.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

CRISPY COCONUT COOKIES



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This recipe was passed along to me a number years ago when I made mention I was looking for new recipes to add to my collection for Christmas baking. This excellent crispy cookie is not only great at Christmas, it's one of those simple delights great to serve for any occasion ... one of those 'looks simple but you can't just eat one' kind of cookie. I suspect the cream of tartar makes for a crispy light cookie. NOTE: any fine coconut can be used when making these cookies, do not substitute with medium or coarse coconut, they just do not work for these cookies. Fine coconut is readily available in the baking section of most stores.

Provided by Gerry

Categories     Dessert

Time 25m

Yield 36 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup shortening (part butter)
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup white sugar
1 egg, beaten
1 teaspoon almond extract or 1 teaspoon coconut extract
2 cups sifted all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon cream of tartar
1 cup desiccated coconut (Do not use flaked. As NOTED in the preamble you may use the fine coconut readily found in the baking)

Steps:

  • Cream shortening with sugar.
  • Add beaten egg and extract.
  • Sift flour, baking soda, cream of tartar and add gradually to creamed mixture.
  • Add the fine dessicated coconut and mix throughly.
  • Roll into small balls, put on a greased cookie sheet, press down with a fork.
  • Bake for 15 minutes at 325, cookie should be nicely colored.
  • A reminder that ovens vary, so do watch your cookies!
  • Yield will depend on the size cookie you make, so mine is a general yield for amount of flour used.

CRISPY COCONUT-DATE COOKIES



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Treat your guests with these coconut-date cookies that are made using Betty Crocker® sugar cookie mix and Whole Grain Total® cereal - a crispy dessert.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 72

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pouch (1 lb 1.5 oz) Betty Crocker™ sugar cookie mix
Egg and butter called for on cookie mix package
1 cup lightly packed flaked coconut
1 cup chopped pitted dates
1/2 cup canned sweetened condensed milk (not evaporated)
2 cups Whole Grain Total® cereal

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Line cookie sheets with cooking parchment paper. Make cookie mix as directed on package, using egg and butter. Stir in coconut, dates and condensed milk. Gently stir in cereal. Onto cookie sheets, drop dough by tablespoonfuls 2 inches apart.
  • Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool 1 minute; remove from cookie sheets to cooling racks. Store cooled cookies tightly covered at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 63, Carbohydrate 9 g, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 38 mg

CRISPY OATMEAL COCONUT COOKIES



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Anything is possible when you're baking with Betty, so take your favorite oatmeal and crisp rice cereal and give a breakfast staple a sweet cookie change up. These oatmeal coconut pecan cookies are packed with flavor and a delightfully light and crispy crunch! They are thin but not too thin, slightly soft in the center with crispy edges and their texture is perfect for dipping into a glass of cold milk. This recipe is simple to make with no rolling or shaping required, just make sure to measure each of your ingredients carefully. We suggest doubling the recipe since we haven't met anyone that only eats one of these light and flavor-filled oatmeal coconut cookies.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 45m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 egg
1 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup old-fashioned oats
1 cup crisp rice cereal
1/2 cup flaked coconut
1/2 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray cookie sheets with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, beat butter, brown sugar and granulated sugar with electric mixer on medium speed until fluffy. Beat in egg.
  • Add flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt; beat until blended. Stir in oats, cereal, coconut and pecans. Onto cookie sheets, drop dough by tablespoonfuls 2 inches apart.
  • Bake 10 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove from cookie sheets to cooling racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 80, Carbohydrate 10 g, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 70 mg

NO BAKE RICE KRISPIES COOKIES WITH DATES



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My grandmother taught me how to make these - hated them when I was a kid (because they had dates) but now as an adult I love them!

Provided by Chicken Finger

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 20m

Yield 32 cookies, 32 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

3/4 cup butter
1 1/2 cups sugar
1 lb finely cut up pitted dates
2 beaten eggs
4 cups Rice Krispies
crushed walnuts or coconut

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a saucepan and add sugar and dates; stir over low heat until gummy.
  • Add 2 beaten eggs and cook for 1 minute.
  • Remove from heat and stir in 4 cups rice krispies.
  • Cool slightly.
  • Roll into balls with crushed walnuts or coconut.

COCONUT DATE BALLS



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A crunchy cookie or candy with a great date taste.

Provided by LANA ENKE

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     No-Bake Cookie Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 eggs, beaten
1 cup white sugar
1 cup chopped dates
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon butter
3 cups crispy rice cereal
1 cup flaked coconut

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the eggs sugar and dates. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally, and boil for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the butter and vanilla. Mix in crispy rice cereal. Butter hands and roll the mixture into walnut sized balls. Roll the balls in coconut. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 87 calories, Carbohydrate 17.6 g, Cholesterol 16.8 mg, Fat 1.8 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 44.9 mg, Sugar 13.7 g

CHEWY DATE COOKIES



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Brown sugar, cinnamon, lemon peel and chewy dates make a memorable flavor combination in this old-fashioned favorite, which comes straight from our Test Kitchen ovens. Ideal as a light dessert or slimmed-down snack the sweet treats won't last long in your cookie jar!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield about 2-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/3 cup butter, softened
2/3 cup packed brown sugar
1 large egg
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
2/3 cup whole wheat flour
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup fat-free milk
1 cup chopped dates

Steps:

  • In a bowl, cream butter and brown sugar. Add egg; mix well. Combine the flours, lemon zest, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with milk, beating well after each addition. Stir in dates., Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 325° for 13-15 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to wire racks to cool. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 77 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 57mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

GRANDMA'S CRISPY DATE AND PECAN COOKIES



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Family Christmas tradition. Is it candy or a cookie? Grandma Ziegler says it's a cookie that tastes better than candy. Enjoy with a cup of coffee. They are yummy. Store in an airtight container; do not store in the refrigerator.

Provided by Apryl

Categories     Desserts     Nut Dessert Recipes     Pecan Dessert Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup shredded coconut, or as needed
1 cup white sugar
½ cup margarine, softened
2 eggs, beaten
½ cup chopped pecans
½ pound chopped dates
2 ½ cups crispy rice cereal (such as Rice Krispies®)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Place coconut in a shallow bowl.
  • Stir sugar, margarine, and eggs together in a heavy skillet on the stove, with the burner off. Add pecans and dates. Cook over medium heat, stirring continuously, until thickened, about 10 minutes.
  • Stir in rice cereal and vanilla extract. Remove from the heat and quickly roll mixture into 1-inch balls. Roll balls in coconut to coat and place on waxed paper to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 92.8 calories, Carbohydrate 13.3 g, Cholesterol 10.3 mg, Fat 4.5 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 53.9 mg, Sugar 10.6 g

COCONUT COOKIES



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Creamy coconut takes center stage in this sweet cookie from Maury Rubin of Birdbath Bakery.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Yield Makes about 2 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups (4 sticks) unsalted butter, cut into small pieces, room temperature
1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
1 1/2 cups packed light-brown sugar
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 3/4 cups plus 4 teaspoons all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
Pinch of fine sea salt
8 cups coconut chips

Steps:

  • Line baking sheets with parchment paper or nonstick baking mats; set aside.
  • In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream together butter and granulated sugar; add brown sugar and mix until well combined. Add eggs and mix until fully incorporated.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Add half of the flour mixture to the butter mixture and mix to combine. Add remaining flour mixture and mix to combine. Add half of the coconut chips; mix to combine. Add remaining coconut chips and mix to combine.
  • Using a 2-inch ice cream scoop, scoop out balls of dough onto prepared baking sheets at least 3 inches apart; using the flat bottom of a drinking glass, flatten dough slightly. Transfer baking sheet to refrigerator; let chill for 30 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Transfer baking sheet to oven and bake until golden brown, 14 to 16 minutes. Remove from oven and transfer to a wire rack to cool. Let cool at least 20 minutes before serving.

COCONUT CHIP COOKIES



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Rich coconut takes center stage in this sweet treat. Martha made this recipe in episode 506 of Martha Bakes.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Yield Makes 2 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, cut into small pieces, room temperature
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
3/4 cup packed light-brown sugar
1 large egg
1 1/4 cups plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
Pinch of fine sea salt
4 cups coconut chips

Steps:

  • Line baking sheets with parchment paper or nonstick baking mats; set aside.
  • In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream together butter and granulated sugar; add brown sugar and mix until well combined. Add eggs and mix until fully incorporated.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Add half of the flour mixture to the butter mixture and mix to combine. Add remaining flour mixture and mix to combine. Add half of the coconut chips; mix to combine. Add remaining coconut chips and mix to combine.
  • Using a 1 3/4 inch (1 1/2 tablespoons) ice cream scoop, scoop out balls of dough onto prepared baking sheets at least 3 inches apart. Transfer baking sheet to refrigerator; chill for 30 minutes. Using the flat bottom of a floured drinking glass, flatten dough slightly.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Transfer baking sheet to oven and bake until golden brown, 14 to 16 minutes. Remove from oven and transfer to a wire rack to cool. Let cool at least 20 minutes before serving.

Tips:

  • To ensure even baking, use a cookie scoop to portion the dough. This ensures that all the cookies are the same size and will bake evenly.
  • Adjust the sweetness of the cookies by adjusting the amount of maple syrup or honey used. For a sweeter cookie, use more syrup or honey; for a less sweet cookie, use less.
  • For a chewier cookie, chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. This allows the dough to rest and develop more flavor.
  • To prevent the cookies from spreading too much, chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. This helps the cookies hold their shape.
  • If you don't have parchment paper, you can grease the baking sheets with butter or cooking spray.
  • Store leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

These crispy coconut date cookies are a delicious and healthy snack or dessert. They are made with simple ingredients and are easy to make. With their chewy texture and sweet flavor, these cookies are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.

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