Description
These Coconut Blossom Cookies are a delightful treat perfect for any occasion. Soft and chewy coconut-infused cookies topped with a chocolate kiss, they are a favorite among both kids and adults. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy!
Ingredients
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Cookies:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon coconut extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
Topping:
- 24 chocolate kiss candies, unwrapped
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Eggs and Extracts: Add the egg, vanilla extract, and coconut extract, and mix until combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until incorporated. Fold in the shredded coconut.
- Bake: Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 9–11 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
- Add Topping: Immediately press a chocolate kiss into the center of each cookie after removing from the oven.
- Cool: Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For a twist, try using dark chocolate or coconut-filled kisses.
- These cookies store well in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
