COCONUT CHOCOLATE SLICES

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These crispy cookies with a chewy coconut center travel really well. When my son was in the Army, I often sent boxes to him, and he told me they always arrived in perfect condition. —Cheri Booth, Gering, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield about 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/3 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/2 cup finely chopped nuts
COOKIE DOUGH:
6 tablespoons butter, softened
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
2 ounces semisweet chocolate, melted and cooled
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Beat cream cheese, granulated sugar and vanilla until smooth. Stir in coconut and nuts. Refrigerate until easy to handle. , Meanwhile, cream butter and confectioners' sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in egg, chocolate and vanilla. Combine flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Refrigerate until easy to handle, about 30 minutes., Roll dough between waxed paper into a 14x4-1/2-in. rectangle. Remove top piece of waxed paper. Shape coconut filling into a 14-in. roll; place on dough, 1 in. from a long side. Roll dough around filling and seal edges. Wrap and refrigerate 2-3 hours or overnight., Preheat oven to 350°. Unwrap dough and cut into 1/4-in. slices. Place 2 in. apart on greased baking sheets, reshaping if necessary. Bake until set, 8-10 minutes. Cool 1 minute before removing to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 75 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 61mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Harriet Scott
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I'm always looking for new coconut chocolate recipes, and this one didn't disappoint. The slices were delicious and easy to make. I'll be adding this recipe to my regular rotation.


Shah Ali
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These slices were a hit at my party! Everyone loved them. I'll definitely be making them again for future gatherings.


Antony Tshuma
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The recipe was easy to follow, but the slices didn't turn out as expected. The coconut base was too dry and the chocolate topping was too thick. I'm not sure what went wrong.


Aksithi Kumar
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These slices were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still enjoyable. I think I'll try making them again with less sugar next time.


Mustafa Musa khan
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Easy to make and delicious! I used dark chocolate for the topping and it turned out perfect. Will definitely be making these again.


Mughal Shahzadi
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Not a fan of coconut, but these slices were actually really good! The chocolate was rich and creamy, and the coconut flavor was subtle and not overpowering. I'd definitely make these again.


Sam Gill
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These coconut chocolate slices were an absolute delight! The combination of coconut and chocolate is a classic for a reason, and these slices perfectly capture the balance between the two flavors. The texture was also spot-on, with a chewy coconut ba