Description
Crispy, Chewy Carolina Coconut Cookies are a tropical delight that combines a golden, crispy exterior with a soft and chewy inside. Infused with toasted coconut, these cookies evoke the sunny shores of the South in every bite. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in, they are simple to make and irresistibly delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup shredded coconut (toasted)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined, then fold in the toasted shredded coconut.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto prepared baking sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden brown. Cool on wire racks before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie [30g]
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg