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A stack of freshly baked golden Chewy Coconut Sugar Cookies arranged on a plate, showcasing a crisp texture with visible coconut flakes.

Coconut Sugar Cookies

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These thick and chewy coconut sugar cookies are bursting with toasted coconut, perfect for sharing with coconut lovers!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Servings: 24 Cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 184
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour all-purpose sifted
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda helps cookies rise
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder adds fluffiness
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt enhances flavor
  • 1 cup unsalted butter room temperature softened
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar for sweetness
  • 1 large egg binds dough
  • ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract flavoring
  • 1 teaspoon coconut extract coconut flavor
  • ¾ cup toasted sweetened flaked coconut adds crunch and coconut flavor

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In the bowl of a stand mixer or using an electric mixer, beat the butter and sugar on medium speed for about 3 minutes until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the egg, vanilla extract, and coconut extract, and mix until fully combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Add the toasted coconut and mix until incorporated.
  7. Use a medium cookie scoop (1.5 tablespoons) to portion dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets.
  8. Bake for 13-15 minutes, or until cookies are lightly browned. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1CookieCalories: 184kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 27mgSodium: 115mgPotassium: 30mgFiber: 1gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 247IUCalcium: 11mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Perfect for sharing with coconut enthusiasts! Store in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days at room temperature.

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