JUMBO COCONUT CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES

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Jackie Ruckwardt of Cottage Grove, Oregon writes, "These gourmet cookies are my 'most asked for' recipe." Chockfull of coconut and chocolate chips and dipped in white candy coating, they are truly a chocolate-lover's delight.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield about 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1 cup packed brown sugar
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
2-2/3 cups sweetened shredded coconut
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup milk chocolate chips
5 ounces white candy coating, coarsely chopped, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in the coconut and chips. Shape 3 tablespoonfuls of dough into a ball; repeat with remaining dough., Place balls 3 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 12-18 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool., If desired, in a microwave, melt candy coating; stir until smooth. Dip one end of cooled cookies in candy coating. Allow excess to drip off. Place on waxed paper; let stand until set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 292 calories, Fat 15g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 39mg cholesterol, Sodium 284mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Tamara Swanepoel
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These cookies are a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I'll try using half the amount of sugar next time.


Rohit Raja
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I'm not a huge fan of coconut, but I really enjoyed these cookies. The chocolate chips balance out the coconut flavor perfectly.


Pooja Sharma
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These cookies are so delicious, I can't stop eating them! I've already made them twice this week.


Rizwan Mahi
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I've made these cookies several times now, and they're always a crowd-pleaser. Everyone loves them!


Gunnu Emmanuel
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These cookies are perfect for a quick and easy dessert. They're also great for freezing, so I can always have some on hand when I need a sweet treat.


Kiambi s.g.
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I love the big, chunky chocolate chips in these cookies. They make them so decadent and delicious.


Palesa Smith
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These cookies are a great way to use up leftover coconut. I always have some on hand, and it's nice to have a recipe that uses it up.


Emu Dogar
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I'm not a baker, but these cookies were so easy to make. I'm definitely going to try more of your recipes.


Forrest Gollihar
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These cookies are the perfect combination of sweet and salty. I love the way the chocolate chips and coconut play off of each other.


Bobson Awomu
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I made these cookies for my kids' school bake sale, and they were a huge success. They sold out in minutes!


Tadesse Tadem
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I'm always looking for new cookie recipes, and this one is definitely a keeper. Thanks for sharing!


Sheila Vasquez
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These cookies are so good, I could eat them every day!


Anthony Sanchez
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I've made these cookies several times now, and they're always a hit. They're perfect for potlucks and bake sales.


MRYOUREDS HME
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I'm not a huge fan of coconut, but I really enjoyed these cookies. The chocolate chips balance out the coconut flavor perfectly.


Galen Reilly
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The cookies turned out perfectly! They're golden brown and have a delicious crispy edge.


Aniekwu Chijioke
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I love how easy these cookies are to make. I didn't have any problems finding the ingredients, and the instructions were clear and concise.


Danielle Lam
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These cookies were a huge hit with my family! They're so soft and chewy, and the chocolate chips and coconut add a perfect amount of sweetness and texture.