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Didn't have any coconut at the time so just tried adding tiny bit of lemon extract to white layer and used plain cocoa and finely chopped pecans in the chocolate layer. They turned out great. Will definitely make them every year and will for sure try them with coconut next time.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2016-12-12","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Aquarelle"},"reviewBody":"I've made these for three Christmases now (not all in a row, as I rotate), but each time I check back here for new reviews before baking another batch. To the person who posted that she really couldn't taste the coconut: try toasting your coconut flakes first. To the person who suggested adding raspberry extract to the red dough: I did just that this year (1\/2 tsp. each of almond and raspberry extracts), and, OMG, yum! And to the person who said she had to double the dipping chocolate amounts to get enough to dip all of the cookies, yeah, me, too. However, these cookies are so attractive and so flavorful that I expect to include them in my holiday baking rotation for many years.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-01-11","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Darlene1679"},"reviewBody":"These cookies are delicious. Because my family does not like coconut I used pecans in the \"white\" portion, and maraschino cherries in the pink, also adding a couple extra drops of red food coloring. I will make these often, and especially as a part of my Christmas collection.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2017-02-14","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"_nlfPA"},"reviewBody":"These are really tasty cookies and I will make them again.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-12-16","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"lawitude"},"reviewBody":"Yummy cookies. I made one change though. I used bakers chocolate instead of chips as you do not need to add shortening to melt.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-12-22","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"destine"},"reviewBody":"I have been wanting to make these since they first appeared in TOH but I was a bit intimidated. I finally did it this weekend. I followed the recipe exactly and they are delicious. The ones in the picture look prettier than mine, but I'm fine with that because they are so delicious. I did sprinkle some jimmies on the dipped chocolate end of the cookie.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2009-11-25","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"voyageuse"},"reviewBody":"Joyriver is right - definitely cut into thirds - these cookies are huge.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":2,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2009-12-30","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"debash1"},"reviewBody":"I made these for Christmas this year. However, I used milk chocolate instead of semi-sweet chocolate because many people I know like milk chocolate better. These are not difficult to make. I leave them in the freezer overnight and bake them the next day. Very good flavor and colorful!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-03-17","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Guest8727"},"reviewBody":"Fabulous! Due to a sensitivity to red food dye, I avoid it completely. So, for those who want to avoid the red food coloring: Try mixing a bit of mashed strawberry with a tablespoon of cooked beets. You can add a dash of strawberry extract to brighten the flavor. The color is truly vibrant and you cannot taste the beet at all.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-12-17","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"MRPinter"},"reviewBody":"My family really likes these cookies for Christmas. I used green food coloring to color the coconut and let it dry for a bit before mixing it in with the plain dough to make the cookie even more \"Christmas-y\".","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-12-16","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"lawitude"},"reviewBody":"Yummy cookies. I made one change though. I used bakers chocolate instead of chips as you do not need to add shortening to melt.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-12-06","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"prues brews","givenName":"prues","familyName":"brews"},"reviewBody":"I've been making these cookies for three years. Compliments on them every time. these are made a gifts that go in a goodie basket of treats. I like the fact that they hold up well. At the end of the week they are just as good as they were at the begining of the week.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-12-03","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Daisy Dew","givenName":"Daisy","familyName":"Dew"},"reviewBody":"I enjoyed making these cookies for a Cookie Exchange. They look so pretty and colorful on a plate! You can't taste much of the coconut but I'm not sure what would remedy that. I love how the shortning adds such a gloss to the chocolate! A little time consuming but very easy to accomplish!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2009-12-30","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"jpopik"},"reviewBody":"Very easy and very good cookie!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2016-12-28","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"cherylannwhite"},"reviewBody":"I first found this recipe in the February 10, 2003 TOH magazine my mother gave to me. I have been making them every year, (missing only last year). These cookies are, by far, my favorite!! My son loves them best without being dipped in chocolate. I transfer the frozen prepared dough to a freezer bag and they last for several months. Delicious!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2007-12-22","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"smeloche63"},"reviewBody":"Dear Lena, These have been a staple in our Christmas Cookies plates we assemble for a few years already. Family and friend are excited to get these on their cookie plate and look forward to these unique delicious cookies each Christmas. Thanks for sharing such a great cookie recipe!! Sue M.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-12-22","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"whispurr"},"reviewBody":"Overall this is my favorite of all the cookies I made this season. I put raspberry extract in the pink ribbon and it is amazing. I wish I hadn't dipped them in chocolate though as it made them too sweet and it overpowers the other flavors. I also found I had to double the quantity for chocolate chips and shortening to get all the cookies dipped like in the picture.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2008-11-05","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"tammilinnf"},"reviewBody":"I made these several years ago and they're a nice addition to my cookie trays at Christmas. They're quite yummy. They are a bit of work to make but definaely worth the trouble. One thing I've found is that I slice mine a bit thicker than the recipe calls for. This keeps them from getting too crunchy. 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