Best 3 Easy Sweet Coconut Cookies Recipes

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Searching for an easy and flavorful treat? Look no further than these sweet coconut cookies! Made with simple ingredients and bursting with coconut flavor, these cookies are perfect for novice bakers and experienced chefs alike. Soft and chewy on the inside and golden brown on the outside, these cookies are sure to satisfy your sweet cravings. Whether you're baking for a special occasion or just want a quick and easy snack, these coconut cookies are sure to be a hit. So grab your ingredients and preheat your oven, because it's time to bake a batch of these delectable treats!

Let's cook with our recipes!

3-INGREDIENT TOASTED COCONUT COOKIES



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These toasted coconut cookies are so easy to make with just 3 ingredients and a few minutes prep. They are sweet and addictive, dip or drizzle with chocolate for a little something extra and you'll almost have a homemade Samoas Girl Scout cookie!

Provided by Simple Sweet Recipes

Categories     Cookies / Bars

Time 17m

Number Of Ingredients 3

5 1/3 cups (one bag) sweetened flaked coconut
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened ​condensed milk
1 tablespoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 F.
  • Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Combine all ingredients in a bowl, stirring well.
  • Grease a tablespoon or cookie scoop.
  • Using the teaspoon or cookie scoop, measure out balls of the coconut mixture, roll into balls with lightly oiled hands and arrange onto the prepared baking sheet. Or simply drop mounds onto the baking sheet, and skip the rolling step.
  • Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until lightly browned around the edges.
  • Carefully move to a wire rack to cool.

CHEWY COCONUT COOKIES



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Lots of coconut and sugar make these cookies chewy and delicious.

Provided by N. Hoff

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Fruit Cookie Recipes     Coconut

Time 50m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
½ cup butter
½ cup packed brown sugar
½ cup white sugar
1 egg
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ⅓ cups flaked coconut

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C.) Combine the flour, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, cream the butter, brown sugar, and white sugar until smooth. Beat in the egg and vanilla until light and fluffy. Gradually blend in the flour mixture, then mix in the coconut. Drop dough by teaspoonfuls onto an ungreased cookie sheet. Cookies should be about 3 inches apart.
  • Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven, or until lightly toasted. Cool on wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 75.4 calories, Carbohydrate 10.5 g, Cholesterol 11.9 mg, Fat 3.5 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 0.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 62.5 mg, Sugar 6.8 g

EASY SWEET COCONUT COOKIES



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Sweet coconut cookies everyone will LOVE! It does not make many cookies so if you have a hankering for them, it's best to double the batch.

Provided by MissWriteForLife

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Fruit Cookie Recipes     Coconut

Time 30m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 9

¾ cup white sugar
½ cup vegetable shortening
1 egg
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup sifted all purpose flour
2 tablespoons sifted all purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
1 cup flaked coconut

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease baking sheets.
  • With an electric mixer, cream together the sugar, vegetable shortening, egg, and vanilla extract in a bowl until light and fluffy. Sift 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons of flour together with the baking powder and salt in a bowl, and stir the flour mixture into the creamed mixture; mix in the coconut until thoroughly combined. Drop the dough by teaspoons onto the prepared baking sheets.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until very lightly browned, about 10 minutes; allow cookies to cool on sheets for about 1 minute before removing to finish cooling on baking racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120.8 calories, Carbohydrate 14.9 g, Cholesterol 9.3 mg, Fat 6.5 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 1.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 67.6 mg, Sugar 8.9 g

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: Before you start baking, measure and prepare all of your ingredients. This will help you stay organized and ensure that you don't miss anything.
  • Use Fresh Ingredients: Fresh ingredients will give your cookies the best flavor. If possible, use organic or locally-sourced ingredients.
  • Chill the Dough: Chilling the dough before baking will help the cookies hold their shape and prevent them from spreading too much.
  • Don't Overmix the Dough: Overmixing the dough will make the cookies tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Use Parchment Paper: Line your baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent the cookies from sticking.
  • Bake the Cookies Until Golden Brown: The cookies are done baking when they are golden brown around the edges. Don't overbake them, or they will be dry.
  • Let the Cookies Cool Completely: Let the cookies cool completely on the baking sheets before transferring them to a wire rack. This will help them set and prevent them from breaking.

Conclusion:

Sweet coconut cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With their simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, these cookies are perfect for beginner bakers. Whether you're looking for a sweet snack or a festive dessert, these coconut cookies are sure to hit the spot. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to bake a batch of these delicious cookies today!

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