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Coconut cookies are the ideal cookie to have on hand: They’re sweet, but not too\u00a0<\/em>sweet. And because of the versatility of coconut, you can easily make these cookies your own by adding chocolate, caramel chips or even nuts to the recipe. On their own, they’re packed full of delicious, sweet coconut flavor, making them just as yummy as is.<\/p>\n This recipe calls for butter and shortening, which both work to keep the cookies moist and tender. And if you need to make these gluten-free, it’s possible to simply swap out the all-purpose flour for a gluten-free option without sacrificing taste.<\/p>\n In a large bowl or stand mixer, cream together the butter, shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time. Gradually add in the water and vanilla, and mix well.<\/p>\n In a smaller bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt, then stir to combine. Add this dry mixture to the creamed mixture and mix well. Fold in the coconut.<\/p>\n Cover the bowl and refrigerate the dough for two to four hours (the longer the dough chills, the more manageable it will be).<\/p>\n Preheat the oven to 400\u00b0F. Shape the dough into 1-inch balls, then place them 2 inches apart on greased baking sheets. Flatten the cookies with your fingers into 2-1\/2×1-inch rectangles. Press them lengthwise with a floured fork to create a “washboard” effect. Bake the cookies for 8 to 10 minutes, or until lightly browned. Let the cookies cool for two minutes before removing them to a wire rack to cool completely.<\/p>\n You can store coconut cookies, covered, on the counter for up to three days, or in the fridge, covered, for up to five days.<\/p>\n Yes, coconut cookies do freeze well. To do so, wrap them tightly in waxed paper and then a freezer-safe plastic bag. Store them in the freezer for up to four months.<\/p>\n Coconut cookies are delicious with your favorite homemade ice cream, chocolate sauce<\/a> drizzled over the top, a chai tea latte<\/a>\u00a0or even a favorite smoothie<\/a>. They’re also yummy as part of a holiday cookie spread, as coconut is a versatile flavor.<\/p>\n Yes. If you need to, you can sub your favorite non-gluten flour, such as coconut (just be sure to adjust the amounts accordingly!), almond or your favorite gluten-free baking flour, one-to-one.<\/p>\n The brown sugar adds a rich, caramel-like flavor to this coconut cookies recipe, but you can sub maple syrup or honey in its place.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" This coconut cookie recipe delivers a mellow, lightly sweet-tasting cookie that’s the perfect complement to a bowl of ice cream. 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Shape the dough into 1-inch balls, then place them 2 inches apart on greased baking sheets. Flatten the cookies with your fingers into 2-1\/2x1-inch rectangles. Press them lengthwise with a floured fork to create a \"washboard\" effect. Bake the cookies for 8 to 10 minutes, or until lightly browned. Let the cookies cool for two minutes before removing them to a wire rack to cool completely.","image":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Coconut-Cookies_TOHD24_1303_EricKleinberg_4.jpg?fit=700,1024"}],"recipeYield":"9 dozen","author":[{"@type":"Person","name":"Tana Baer"}],"nutrition":{"@type":"NutritionInformation","calories":" 107 calories","fatContent":"4g fat (2g saturated fat)","cholesterolContent":"12mg cholesterol","sodiumContent":"61mg sodium","carbohydrateContent":"16g carbohydrate (9g sugars","fiberContent":"0 fiber)","proteinContent":"1g protein. "},"aggregateRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"AggregateRating","ratingValue":4.05,"reviewCount":20,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5},"review":[{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-06-29","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"coachkcrist"},"reviewBody":"Have made these twice in one week! Very simple and oh, so good!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2023-03-25","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Cathyg56"},"reviewBody":" Very good, I used all butter, no shortening. I also had some coconut pieces that I cut up into small pieces and added them when I added the shredded coconut. The pieces added just a nice little bit of texture. Will make again for sure, easy and tasty. Probably won't have coconut pieces again but that's ok. <\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-08-18","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Sue252"},"reviewBody":"I made a 1\/2 batch. Used strong cold coffee instead of water; increased the coconut to 2\/3 cup in an effort to improve the flavor profile. Used a spritz cookie gun with the zig-zag plate to get the washboard effect (baked at 350 for 8 min). The cookies are not bad, but definitely NOT sweet. The coffee didn't deepen the flavor like I hoped, so I would try 1 tsp ground cardamom to brighten it. \nAs it is, I will have to make chocolate sandwich cookies or mini ice cream sandwiches out of them to ensure they get eaten. This was a fun experiment, but the flavor just doesn't do it for me.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-12-14","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"2124arizona"},"reviewBody":"We loved these cookies. I halved the vanilla to 1\/2 teaspoon and put in 1\/2 teaspoon of coconut extract. They turned out amazing!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-12-24","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"knollbrookcook"},"reviewBody":"These turned out well. They are a nice plain cookie that could be fancied up a bit with a chocolate or caramel glaze. I made them into the rectangular washboard shape but I think next time I will just make them circular. It took too long to form them.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-12-05","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"lorimc69"},"reviewBody":"I just made these. I cut the recipe in half as it was a little large! The cookies are delicious. They're not dry, they did not burn, they're just sweet enough and they have a coconut flavor. Except for cutting the recipe in half, I followed it exactly. Well not exactly, instead of Dipping the fork in flour I dipped it in sugar. I will make these again!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2018-07-13","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Chargett"},"reviewBody":"This recipe is old as dirt.. Way before people became fussy and spoiled!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2016-12-03","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"dcscake_OH"},"reviewBody":"My Grandmother always made these, I love them, and the fact that they are not real sweet. A family favorite.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-06-15","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"MarianAsh"},"reviewBody":"It seems as though \u2018brown\u2019 sugar is so anemic looking these days, that I a teaspoon of molasses per each cup of brown.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-03-11","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"dflack628"},"reviewBody":"I made these exactly as directed except for one thing. I had some coconut flavoring here from another recipe, so I used half vanilla and half coconut flavoring and the cookies turned out so delicious. This is definitely a keeper. I make about 40 - 50 dozen cookies each Christmas for gifts and entertaining. I've already earmarked this one for next Christmas.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-08-24","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"jeanemed"},"reviewBody":"This is a very old recipe-- from a time when cookies weren't very sweet. The name should let you know that it's an old cookie. My mom used to make these in the Depression. I think her mom made them too. My dad always liked them, but I always found them too dry unless I dunked them in milk. My mom's recipe is exactly the same. . Mom always had to watch them so they wouldn't burn. I'm going t try making them today, but I think they need more liquid. The pineapple juice or orange juice concentrate might be a good addition.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2016-12-20","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"debpetersen"},"reviewBody":"I love the fact that these aren't overly sweet but still delicious!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-10-28","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Kimsw"},"reviewBody":"They really didn't have much of a coconut flavor to them. I am going to try and use coconut extract or even coconut milk in place of the water. Mine didn't come out looking like the picture. How do you get them too look like that? I did try the fork but, no where near to that. They looked like peanut butter cookies. They were good though. I am going to make them again and will be back to let everyone know how the nesxt batch was! Happy cooking everyone!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-06-12","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"LHaase"},"reviewBody":"I was able to make my cookies look like the picture. Rolled dough like a tootsie.roll. Not too thick and then mashed slightly before scoring with a fork. I liked the texture. These are not a sweet cookie. They are more of a dunk in your milk cookie. I did roll mine in sugar before baking. If I had not then I do not think I would like them. Going to make again but use the suggestions from other comments about different extract and either pineapple juice or coconut water.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-01-30","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"SummersMommy"},"reviewBody":"This is by far the worst cookie recipe I have ever made in over 40 years of extensively baking. I thought the batter looked dry so rechecked to make sure I had everything right and I did. Put the cookies on the lightly greased sheets and in less than 6 minutes they were burned on the bottom! Threw that batch away! Washed the cookie sheets and this time just lightly sprayed them with baking spray. This batch was in 5 minutes, took them out and they looked ok but again the bottoms were burned! Gave a few to the dog and tasted one and it has NO flavor! Tossed them and the recipe! My cookie sheets are darn near ruined and they are pretty new. My oven is brand new this past October so its not the oven. Everything else I haved cooked or baked in it has come out fine. Can't believe Taste Recipes has put their name on such an inferior recipe!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":1,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2017-12-13","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Altae"},"reviewBody":"Good taste just hard as a rock. First time making cookies that had to be chilled first so they were gooey when I started to flatten with the fork.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":2,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2016-12-03","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"JMartinelli13"},"reviewBody":"I loved how simple the ingredients were, things that almost every baker would have in their pantry. I know I always seem to have a half a bag of coconut waiting to be made into something.I'm not a big fan of handling food, so while I made a few of these in the traditional washboard shape, I scooped the rest with a cookie scoop and then pressed them with a floured glass before making the marks with the fork. Like many old fashioned cookies, these aren't overly sweet. My son thought they needed a \"little something\", so I dipped them in melted chocolate and then sprinkled them with nonpareils.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-02-22","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"howeavenue"},"reviewBody":"The batter didn't need to be refrigerated. 1\"balls made for tiny cookies hard to shape into a rectangle. So I used twice as much and got a better size. They baked up nicely but had NO coconut flavor. I would suggest coconut flavoring. 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Directions<\/h2>\n
Step 1: Combine the creamed ingredients<\/h3>\n
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Step 2: Combine the dry ingredients<\/h3>\n
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Step 3: Chill the dough<\/h3>\n
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Step 4: Shape and bake<\/h3>\n
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Coconut Cookie Variations<\/h2>\n
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How to Store Coconut Cookies<\/h2>\n
Can you freeze coconut cookies?<\/h3>\n
Coconut Cookie Tips<\/h2>\n
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What can I serve with coconut cookies?<\/h3>\n
Can I sub in another flour?<\/h3>\n
Can I sub in another sugar?<\/h3>\n