Coconut Christmas Cookies Recipe for Holiday Cheer
These delightful coconut cookies are perfect for the holiday season, offering a sweet and festive treat. They are soft, chewy, and can be enhanced with white chocolate and nuts.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- ½ cup unsweetened coconut milk
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup packed brown sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 cup white chocolate chips optional
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, beating until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, shredded coconut, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, alternating with the coconut milk until just combined.
- Fold in the white chocolate chips and chopped nuts if using.
- Drop rounded portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spaced about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set but soft.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
For a festive touch, dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with melted white chocolate before serving.