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Coconut Christmas Cookies

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  • Author: lucia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delightful Coconut Christmas Cookies that combine the sweet flavor of coconut with a chewy texture, perfect for holiday gatherings.


Ingredients

  • 2 cups shredded coconut
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt


Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a greased baking sheet.
  2. Cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time and stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In another bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, salt, and shredded coconut.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture and stir gently until well combined.
  6. Drop spoonfuls of the dough onto the greased baking sheet.
  7. Bake the cookies for 12 to 15 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
  8. Let the cookies cool on a wire rack before serving.

Notes

For added flavor, consider using fresh shredded coconut. Experiment with chocolate chips or nuts for variations.