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Chewy Coconut Cookies

Chewy Coconut Cookies
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These Chewy Coconut Cookies are soft, flavorful, and delightfully chewy, bursting with the natural sweetness of shredded coconut. Ideal for family desserts or cozy afternoon treats, they deliver a perfect tropical flavor with a tender texture that melts in your mouth.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Main Flavoring

  • 1 cup shredded coconut (unsweetened)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Measure out all ingredients precisely to ensure the perfect chewy texture.
  2. Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to ensure even distribution and prevent any clumps.
  3. Cream the Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, use a mixer to cream the softened unsalted butter with brown sugar and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, creating a soft yet chewy texture.
  4. Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated, adding moisture and depth of flavor to the dough.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Slowly mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients using a mixer on low speed or fold by hand to avoid overworking the dough and tough cookies.
  6. Stir in Shredded Coconut: Gently fold in the shredded coconut, ensuring it’s evenly spread throughout the dough for consistent coconut flavor in every bite.
  7. Scoop and Bake: Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to place dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
  8. Cool and Enjoy: Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to firm up while keeping their chewy texture.

Notes

  • Always use softened butter for uniform mixing and avoid greasy spots.
  • Do not overbake; bake just until edges start to show color for chewy centers.
  • Use fresh or good-quality dried shredded coconut rather than desiccated or sweetened types for best flavor.
  • Chill the dough for 30 minutes to get thicker, more defined cookies.
  • Spoon and level flour rather than scooping directly to avoid tough cookies.

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