Coconut Butter Cookies

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 2 cups sweetened shredded coconut

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Cream butter & sugars – In a large mixing bowl, beat together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy.
3. Add eggs & vanilla – Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract.
4. Mix dry ingredients – In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
5. Combine & fold in coconut – Slowly add dry mixture to wet mixture until combined. Fold in shredded coconut.
6. Scoop & shape – Drop tablespoon-sized scoops of dough onto the lined baking sheet, leaving space between each.
7. Bake for 10–12 minutes, until edges are golden but centers are still soft.
8. Cool on a wire rack before serving.

Tips & Variations

• Add white chocolate chips for extra sweetness.
• Use toasted coconut for a nuttier flavor.
• Make them chewier by slightly underbaking.