Description
Deliciously soft and chewy cookies made with coconut and sweetened condensed milk for a tropical twist.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the shredded coconut and chocolate chips (if using).
- Drop tablespoon-sized portions of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Feel free to add nuts or swap out chocolate chips for dried fruit for added flavor.
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
Nutrition
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 16
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 1
- Cholesterol: 15
Keywords: coconut condensed milk cookies, coconut cookies, tropical cookies, easy cookie recipe, baking, dessert