Description
These Coconut Cream Egg Chocolate Chip Cookies are a delightful twist on a classic favorite, combining the rich flavors of coconut and chocolate. With a chewy texture and a hint of nostalgia, they are sure to become a beloved treat in your home.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon coconut extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup shredded sweetened coconut
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
- Flaky sea salt for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This is crucial for achieving that perfect golden-brown color; a properly preheated oven ensures even baking.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar using a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium speed for about 2-3 minutes. You want the mixture to be light and fluffy, with a pale yellow color. Avoid overmixing, as this can lead to tough cookies.
- Add in the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Incorporate the vanilla and coconut extracts, blending until everything is well combined. The batter should be smooth and slightly glossy.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. This helps prevent the flour from flying everywhere!
- Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips and shredded coconut, along with the optional nuts if you’re using them. Use a spatula to evenly distribute these ingredients without overmixing.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto a lined baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. For a visually appealing finish, you can lightly press down the tops of the cookie dough balls.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers are just set. They may look slightly underbaked; that’s perfect as they will continue to cook on the baking sheet.
- Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This allows them to firm up and maintain their chewy texture.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 12 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 100 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
Keywords: For the best results, use a cookie scoop to ensure uniform cookie sizes. Consider chilling your cookie dough for 30 minutes before baking to improve flavor and prevent spreading. Don’t skip the flaky sea salt on top as it enhances the sweetness.