Description
Craving a cookie that’s chewy, rich, and packed with flavor? These Chocolate Coconut Cookies with Almonds are the perfect blend of sweet and nutty, featuring melty chocolate chips, golden shredded coconut, and toasty sliced almonds. Whether you’re looking for a quick snack, an easy dessert idea, or a crowd-pleasing treat to bake ahead, this easy recipe delivers every time. Great for lunchboxes, cookie swaps, or late-night cravings, these cookies hit that perfect balance of textures and taste — a must-have in your list of baking ideas, food ideas, or even holiday cookie recipes.
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/2 cup sliced almonds, lightly toasted
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
2. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each. Stir in vanilla extract.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture and mix until just combined.
4. Gently fold in chocolate chips, shredded coconut, and toasted sliced almonds.
5. Cover and chill the dough for 20–30 minutes to prevent overspreading and enhance flavor.
6. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
7. Scoop dough using a cookie scoop and place 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheets.
8. Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are golden and centers are just set.
9. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Notes
Chill the dough for a firmer, thicker cookie that doesn’t overspread.
Toasting the almonds enhances their flavor — don’t skip it!
For a flavor twist, try adding a drop of almond extract or using dark chocolate chips.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg