Coconut Cookies Recipe – Sharmis Passion

Coconut cookies are simple cookies that make the whole house smell warm and sweet, and honestly, it puts you in a good mood instantly. These cookies are crispy on the edges and soft in the middle, and the coconut flavor is delicious in each bite. It tastes great with hot tea and even children enjoy it as the taste is mild but still rich. Coconut cookies are a must try at home to enjoy baking and surprise the family.

The coconut adds natural sweetness and warmth, so the cookies feel light. This version is made from wheat flour and cane sugar, so it feels more homemade and healthier than the packaged biscuits we buy. And the best part is that you don’t need any special ingredients or equipment for this recipe.

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About Coconut Cookies

Coconut cookies are soft and slightly crunchy cookies made from flour, grated coconut, butter and sugar. The texture is a bit crumbly but still sticks well. The desiccated coconut in this recipe adds a little crunch to each piece. This is a simple coconut cookie recipe but delicious in taste.

In this recipe, the wheat flour gives a nutty feel and the butter gives a nice richness without making it too heavy. If you want, you can also make minor changes in it. For deeper flavour, it may contain a pinch of cardamom, a little salt or brown sugar. I also add extra coconut on top, it looks good and also adds crunch.

This recipe is flexible as you can replace wheat flour with all purpose flour or even mix half and half of both. If you want sweetness, you can use powdered sugar instead of cane sugar. I add a little vanilla for a plain version or sometimes leave it out. You can make the cookies thicker or thinner depending on how crispy you want them.

The taste of these cookies reminded me of thenga mittai which I ate in my childhood days. I don’t know how many people can relate to this, the light brown candy with the transparent wrapper and white print on it, I just love it.

I usually cook these on slow weeknights when everyone wants to enjoy something simple with tea. It takes very little time and the cookies puff up slightly and turn golden at the edges, looking really pretty.

These cookies were absolutely delicious with a crunch in every bite and a distinct coconut flavor.

Coconut Cookies Ingredients

• wheat flour – I used it for a lighter dense texture and also for a healthy option. You can also use all-purpose flour if you want lighter cookies.
• cane sugar – I used cane sugar for its warm taste, it melts well and gives a slight sweetness. You can also use powdered white sugar.
• desiccated coconut – It has coconut flavor and soft bite. You can also use fresh grated coconut but the texture may change slightly.
• butter – I used cold unsalted butter to flavor the cookies, it gives the cookies a soft crumb. You can also use salted butter but reduce the salt by a pinch in the flour.
• vanilla essence – I added lightly, mainly for taste and smell. You can also skip it if you want pure coconut flavor.
• Milk – I just used it to gently bring the dough together. Add more or less depending on whether the flour feels dry or not.

Why does this recipe work

• This is a very simple recipe with regular pantry ingredients.
• You get a soft center with slightly crunchy edges which many people like.
• You can change the flour or sugar depending on the flour or sugar available at home.
• This is a quick recipe that gets ready quickly, perfect for sudden cravings.
• It is a kid-friendly snack and tastes lighter than store-bought biscuits.

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How to Make Coconut Cookies Step by Step

1. Measure the butter, melt it and take it out in a mixing bowl, now add cane sugar to it and beat it.

2.Add vanilla essence and mix once. Now take wheat flour and dry coconut in a separate bowl.

3.Whisk it to get a uniform mixture, now pour this flour-coconut mixture into a mixing bowl. Mix it well with your fingers, it will become crunchy.

4. Now add enough milk to knead the dough. Don’t knead, just gather the dough together. Now use your measuring spoon or a small scooper to scoop out the dough. This is to get evenly sized cookies.

5. Roll it out and flatten it slightly with your palms. Preheat the oven at 180 degrees Celsius for 10 minutes. Meanwhile, shape all the cookies and place them on a baking tray lined with butter paper. Sprinkle remaining coconut over cookies.

6. The cookies are moist so the coconut sticks to the cookies easily. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes or until the edges are brown. Keep in mind only after 12 minutes. Carefully remove them from the butter paper and then cool on a wire rack.

Cool and then store in an airtight container. Serve it hot with a glass of milk or as a tea snack.

Expert Tips

• mixture – Mix gently, bringing the dough together gently, avoid kneading too much or the cookies may become tough.
• shaping cookies – Do not press the dough too much, use a small scooper or spoon to make evenly sized cookies.
• cooking time – Keep in mind after 12 minutes, the cookies brown very quickly and overcooking will make them tough.
• Coconut – I usually sprinkle extra coconut on top because the dough is a little wet, so it sticks well and tastes good too.
• refrigerating – If the dough seems sticky, keep it in the refrigerator for a few minutes, so that the cookies do not spread too much while baking.

serving and storage

Serve them hot with tea or hot milk, the taste of coconut is really unique. It also tastes good as an evening snack or lunch box. When the cookies are completely cool, store them in an airtight container.

These remain good for a few days at room temperature. If they get a little soft afterward, just heat for a minute to bring the texture back.

general questions and answers

1.Can I skip the vanilla essence?

Yes you can, coconut tastes great on its own. I occasionally add vanilla for added flavor.

2.Can I use plain flour?

Yes, you can use whole wheat flour, or even mix both the flours for a lighter texture.

3.Why did my cookies become hard?

Mostly due to overcooking. Try removing when the edges turn light brown.

4.Can I make the dough ahead?

Yes, you can prepare it ahead of time and refrigerate it. Let it sit out for a few minutes before shaping.

5.Can I use fresh coconut?

Yes, but moisture can make the cookies soggy, so try toasting the coconut a bit before adding.

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