Coconut Chocolate Chip Cookies
Coconut chocolate chip cookies combine the tropical flavor of coconut with rich chocolate chips for a delightful treat, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Cookie Dough
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure butter is softened but not melted.
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour Use the scoop and level method for accurate measuring.
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup shredded coconut, sweetened or unsweetened Choose sweetened for a chewier cookie.
- 2 cups chocolate chips Feel free to experiment with different types of chocolate.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract until fully combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the shredded coconut and chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden and centers appear soft.
- Allow cookies to cool on baking sheets for about 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness. Consider adding nuts or dried fruit for variations.