Lemon Coconut Heaven Cookies
If you’re craving a sweet treat that captures the essence of summer, look no further than these delightful Lemon Coconut Heaven Cookies. Bursting with zesty lemon and tropical coconut flavors, these cookies are an easy yet indulgent dessert perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a family gathering or simply enjoying a quiet evening at home, these cookies will brighten your day with every bite. With minimal ingredients and straightforward preparation, you can whip up a batch in no time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
- 3 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (additional)
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup shredded coconut (plus extra for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together 1 cup of flour and powdered sugar until well combined.
- In another bowl, cream the cold cubed butter with granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the fresh lemon juice.
- Gently fold in the dry ingredients along with additional flour, baking powder, and shredded coconut until just combined.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet and sprinkle with extra shredded coconut.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are lightly golden brown.
- Allow cooling on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg