Crispy and Chewy Coconut Cookies

These are the absolute best cookies ever. These delightful coconut cookies are crispy on the edges, chewy in the center, and perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re making ice cream sandwiches or just want a delicious cookie, this recipe is a winner. Plus, you can easily change the flavor with some fun variations.

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Crispy and Chewy Coconut Cookies

The most amazing coconut cookies ever!

Ingredients

• 1 cup flour
• 2 tbsp dry milk powder
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 tbsp baking powder
• 1/2 tbsp baking soda
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 tsp vanilla
• 1 1/2 cups shredded sweetened coconut

Instructions

1. Leave your butter on the counter for an hour or two until it reaches room temperature, or microwave it in a bowl for about 8 to 10 seconds until softened but not melted.

2. In a small bowl mix together the flour, dry milk powder, salt, baking powder and baking soda and set aside.

3. In a separate bowl use a mixer to beat the butter until light and fluffy (about 5 minutes, it's better to over mix than under mix for this step). Add both brown and granulated sugar to the butter and mix together for another 5 minutes.

4. Add the egg and vanilla to the butter-sugar mixture and mix until combined.

5. From now on be careful not to over mix the batter. Slowly add half of the flour to the butter and sugar, and slowly mix just until combined. Add the rest of the flour and mix just until combined. This should be about 30 seconds to a minute total.

6. Add the shredded coconut and any other optional ingredients to the batter and mix slowly until combined. This should be about 30 seconds to a minute total.

7. Chill the dough for at least an hour, overnight is better. Both the flavor and consistency will be improved.

8. Once chilled, scoop 1 tbsp or 40 grams of cookie dough and roll into a ball. Slightly press down on the ball to help the cookies bake more evenly.

   

9. To bake the cookies, preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Line a cookie sheet with silicone or parchment paper.

10. Place the cookie dough on the lined baking sheets. About 4 to 6 cookies per tray so they can spread out thinly. Bake for about 8-10 minutes or until the edges of the cookies are lightly golden brown.

11. Remove from the oven and let cool on the cookie sheet for 5 min. Move to a cooling rack to cool for another 5 before serving. These are best made the day they are going to be eaten.

    

Recipe Notes

This recipe is so much fun to customize with different flavors and ingredients. Here are some of our favorite variations. 

• Coconut Lime Cookies – add 2 tsp lime zest to the cookie batter with the vanilla.
• Coconut + White Chocolate Chip Cookies – add 1/2 cup of white chocolate chips to the batter with the shredded coconut. 
• Coconut Macadamia Cookies – add 1/2 cup chopped macadamia nuts to the batter with the shredded coconut. Also great with white chocolate chips!
• Coconut Sesame Cookies – add 1/4 cup toasted sesame seeds to the batter with the shredded coconut.

Also if you’d like to make the cookies in advance, make the batter and scoop into 1 tablespoon or 40 grams and roll into a ball, flatten slightly. Freeze until ready to use. When ready to bake, thaw cookie dough on the counter or overnight in the fridge before baking. 

Tips for Perfect Cookies Every Time

Every time we make these cookies, they disappear fast. The first thing most people ask is for the recipe! There are a few important tips that help make these cookies truly amazing:

1. Cream the Butter and Sugar Well:
   • Take your time to cream the butter first until it’s really light and fluffy, then add the sugars and mix well. This step is crucial for that perfect texture.
2. Add Milk Powder:
   • Incorporating a bit of milk powder can give your cookies a wonderful caramelized, buttery taste. This secret ingredient makes a big difference!
3. Gentle Mixing:
   • When adding the flour and remaining ingredients, mix gently and for a short amount of time. Over mixing can make the cookies tough instead of tender.
4. Chill the Dough:
   • Ensure adequate chilling and cooling times. Chilling the dough before baking helps the cookies hold their shape and develop those crispy edges.

These crispy and chewy coconut cookies are bound to become a favorite in your household. They’re perfect for sharing, gifting, or enjoying all by yourself. Happy baking!