Description
Soft and chewy with rich cream cheese and crunchy toasted coconut, these Coconut Cream Cheese Cookies are the ultimate tropical-inspired treat.
Ingredients
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2 cups + 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
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1/2 tsp baking soda
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1/2 tsp salt
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12 tbsp unsalted butter, melted and cooled
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5–6 oz cream cheese, softened
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1 cup brown sugar
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1/2 cup granulated sugar
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2 tsp vanilla extract
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2 cups toasted coconut
Instructions
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Toast coconut at 325°F for 5–7 min. Let cool.
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Mix flour, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
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In another bowl, beat butter, cream cheese, and sugars. Add vanilla.
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Combine wet and dry ingredients. Fold in coconut.
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Scoop dough, chill if desired.
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Bake at 350°F for 10–12 min. Cool on pan 5 min, then transfer to rack.
Notes
Chilling helps with thickness. Add chocolate chips or nuts for variety. Use full-fat cream cheese for best results.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 12
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American