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Coconut Meltaway Cookies

Coconut Meltaway Cookies: Soft Tropical Bliss in Every Bite

Coconut Meltaway Cookies are a soft, buttery treat that transports you to tropical paradise with every bite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour can be a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Can substitute with vegan butter.
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar Can reduce for less sweetness.
  • 1 large Egg Flax egg can be a vegan alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Coconut Extract Vanilla extract can be used.
For the Icing
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Essential for icing.
  • 1/4 cup Coconut Milk Water can substitute.
  • 1/2 cup Toasted Shredded Coconut Choose sweetened or unsweetened.

Equipment

  • Stand Mixer
  • Baking Sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Medium Bowl

Method
 

Step‑By‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a stand mixer, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the egg and coconut extract to the butter-sugar mixture and beat until smooth.
  5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until a soft dough forms.
  6. Scoop dough onto the baking sheet, flattening each ball slightly.
  7. Bake for about 8 minutes until edges are set but centers are still soft.
  8. Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks.
  9. Whisk together powdered sugar and coconut milk for icing until smooth.
  10. Once cooled, drizzle icing over each cookie and sprinkle with toasted shredded coconut.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 60mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for best flavor. Experiment with chocolate chips or flavored extracts for customization.

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