Coconut Butter Cookies

1. 1

   In a mixer with a paddle attachment, whip the butter until very light and fluffy.

2. 2

   Add the sugar and continue whipping, then add the rum and vanilla and mix.

3. 3

   Toss together the coconut, flour and salt then add to the butter mixture and mix until blended.

4. 4

   Butter a small sheet pan (9 by 12-inch), and line it with plastic all the way up the sides.

5. 5

   Spread the dough evenly into the pan, cover it with plastic and freeze.

6. 6

   Cut frozen dough into 2-inch strips and roll in flour.

7. 7

   Wrap and freeze or cut into1/8-inch bars and place on parchment or silpat-lined sheet pan.

8. 8

   Bake in a conventional oven at 250 degrees F for about 30 minutes until crisp but barely colored.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.