How to make coconut cookies
Coconut cookies are delicious and quite easy to make. Here is a simple recipe you can follow: Coconut cookies are the most loved in Italy! They make your mouth sing! Easy with few ingredients.
Ingredients:
100g soft butter
a pinch of salt
80g sugar
8g vanilla sugar
2 eggs
100g coconut flakes
180g flour
8g baking powder
Directions:
Preheat the oven:
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Prepare the dough:
In a large mixing bowl, mix together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Beat the eggs and vanilla extract until blended.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
Slowly add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
Add the shredded coconut.
Shape the cookies:
Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to drop the balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, about 2 inches apart.
Bake:
Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are light golden brown. The centers may look a little undercooked, but they will continue to cook as they cool.
Cool:
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy your homemade coconut cookies with a glass of milk or a cup of tea! If you like, you can also dip them in chocolate or add nuts for extra flavor.
