Soft and Buttery Coconut Cookies
Get ready to fall in love with these soft and buttery coconut cookies—a perfect easy recipe for anyone craving a quick dessert, sweet snack, or homemade treat. These cookies are golden on the outside, tender on the inside, and packed with rich coconut flavor. Whether you’re looking for easy dinner desserts, snack ideas, or simple baking recipes, this one delivers delicious results every time with minimal effort.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups shredded sweetened coconut
Instructions
- 1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2. Cream butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- 3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each, then stir in vanilla extract.
- 4. In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- 5. Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet mixture until just combined.
- 6. Fold in shredded coconut evenly throughout the dough.
- 7. Chill dough for 20–30 minutes for better texture (optional but recommended).
- 8. Scoop dough into balls and place on baking sheet with spacing.
- 9. Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are golden and centers are soft.
- 10. Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a rack.
Notes
Use room-temperature butter for smooth mixing and better texture.
Lightly toast coconut for enhanced flavor and crunch.
Do not overbake—cookies should remain soft in the center.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cookieCalories: 160kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10g
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