Description
Crispy, Chewy Carolina Coconut Cookies are the perfect treat for satisfying your sweet cravings. With a delightful combination of crispy edges and a soft, chewy center, these cookies are bursting with rich coconut flavor and a hint of vanilla. They evoke nostalgia with every bite and are incredibly easy to make, making them ideal for cozy afternoons or festive gatherings. Customize them with chocolate chips or nuts for an added twist!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, shredded coconut, baking powder, and salt. Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet mixture until just combined.
- Drop dough onto prepared baking sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown around the edges.
- Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg