Chewy Coconut Cookies Recipe

Name: Chewy Coconut Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup land o lakes butter, softened; ¾ cup granulated sugar; ¾ cup firmly packed brown sugar; 2 large eggs; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; ¼ teaspoon imitation coconut extract; 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour; 2 teaspoons baking powder; ¼ teaspoon baking soda; 2 ½ cups sweetened flaked coconut; 30 candied red cherries, halved (or grren)

Servings: persons

1 cup land o lakes butter, softened
¾ cup granulated sugar
¾ cup firmly packed brown sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon imitation coconut extract
2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
¼ teaspoon baking soda
2 ½ cups sweetened flaked coconut
30 candied red cherries, halved (or grren)

1
Heat oven to 350F
2
Combine butter, sugar and brown sugar in large bowl.
3
Beat at medium speed, scraping bowl often, until creamy.
4
Add eggs, vanilla and coconut flavor; continue beating until well mixed.
5
Reduce speed to low; add flour, baking powder and baking soda.
6
Beat until well mixed.
7
Stir in coconut by hand.
8
Drop dough by rounded teaspoonfuls 2 inches apart onto ungreased cookie sheets.
9
Press 1 cherry half onto center of each cookie.
10
Bake for 9 to 13 minutes or until edges begin to brown.
11
Remove from cookie sheets.

1032

kcal

Calories

Fat

132

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup land o lakes butter, softened, ¾ cup granulated sugar, ¾ cup firmly packed brown sugar, 2 large eggs, and more.

Yes, Chewy Coconut Cookies falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chewy Coconut Cookies

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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