Best 6 Coconut Biscuits Recipes

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**Coconut Biscuits: A Delightful Treat for Any Occasion**

Indulge in the heavenly aroma and delectable taste of coconut biscuits, a classic teatime treat that will transport you to a tropical paradise with every bite. These melt-in-your-mouth cookies, also known as coconut macaroons, are crafted with a harmonious blend of shredded coconut, sugar, and egg whites, resulting in a crispy exterior and a chewy, coconut-infused center. With three variations to choose from – Classic Coconut Biscuits, Chocolate Coconut Biscuits, and Coconut Lemon Biscuits – this recipe caters to every palate, offering a delightful symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more. Whether you're hosting a special gathering, seeking a sweet snack to satisfy your cravings, or simply looking for a culinary adventure, these coconut biscuits promise an unforgettable experience that will tantalize your taste buds. So, let's embark on a delightful journey into the world of coconut-infused bliss, one biscuit at a time.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

COCONUT BISCUITS



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These sweet biscuits are wonderful with coffee in the morning.,,or alongside chicken for dinner. "Sometimes I even top them with fresh pineapple or mango chunks and whipped cream for a delicious dessert," suggests Howie Wiener of Spring Hill, Florida. "it's my grandmother's recipe."

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield about 1-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons sugar
2-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup shortening
1 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
3/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt; cut in shortening until crumbly. Combine milk and vanilla; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in coconut. Drop by 2 tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Bake at 425° for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 116 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 138mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

COCONUT BISCUITS



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These biscuits are a Jamaican specialty and they're crispest the day they're made.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Yield Makes 40

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
1 cup all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
Sanding sugar, for sprinkling

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Toast coconut on a rimmed baking sheet in oven, stirring often, until golden brown, about 10 minutes. Let cool completely.
  • Stir together flour, granulated sugar, coconut, nutmeg, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl. Stir in water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until mixture forms a stiff dough (about 5 tablespoons water total). Form the dough into a rectangle. Wrap dough in plastic, and refrigerate until firm, about 15 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Roll out dough to 1/8 inch thick on a lightly floured piece of parchment paper. Transfer dough on parchment to a baking sheet. Refrigerate until firm, about 15 minutes.
  • Cut dough into 40 small rectangles (about 1 1/4-by-2 1/2 inches each) using a sharp knife. Transfer biscuits to parchment-lined baking sheets using a thin spatula. Lightly brush tops with water. Sprinkle with sanding sugar. Bake until biscuits just turn golden brown, about 11 minutes. Let cool on sheets on wire racks.

COCONUT BISCUITS (CONGOLAIS)



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Make and share this Coconut Biscuits (Congolais) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by jkoch960

Categories     Dessert

Time 25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

7 ounces shredded coconut
6 ounces granulated sugar
1/3 ounce vanilla sugar
3 egg whites
1 tablespoon unsalted butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F; butter a baking sheet.
  • In a saucepan, on medium heat, combine the egg whites, sugar and vanilla sugar then and whisk vigourously until they get hot and frothy. Remove from heat and keep whisking until temperature cools down a bit.
  • Add the shredded coconut all at once and mix together with a wooden spoon; place balls of coconut mixture on the baking sheet (around 2.5 in diameter).
  • Bake in oven for 15 minutes until they get golden; the Congolais must be crunchy outside and soft inside.
  • Serve the biscuits warm or cold, simply by themselves or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or chocolate sauce.

GLEN'S COCONUT BISCUITS (COOKIES)



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I started making these when my kids were tiny. They are quick, very, very easy and they taste great.

Provided by Ninna

Categories     Dessert

Time 15m

Yield 18 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 5

125 g self raising flour (1cup)
90 g caster sugar (1/3 cup)
30 g coconut (1/3 cup)
90 g butter (1/3 cup)
1 egg yolk, beaten

Steps:

  • Sift flour into bowl, add sugar and coconut.
  • Melt butter, add to dry ingredients with egg yolk and mix to make a firm dough.
  • Roll teaspoonsfull of mixture into balls, place on greased baking tray and flatten with fork.
  • Leave space between biscuits and bake 10-15mins at 180degC - 200degC (350degF - 400degF) or until brown.

ICED VO VO'S (RASPBERRY COCONUT BISCUITS/COOKIES)



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Make and share this Iced Vo Vo's (Raspberry Coconut Biscuits/Cookies) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Fairy Nuff

Categories     Dessert

Time 40m

Yield 28 biscuits, 28 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

60 g butter
1/2 cup caster sugar
1 egg
2/3 cup plain flour
2/3 cup self-raising flour
1 (100 g) package pink marshmallows
40 g butter
1/4 cup sifted icing sugar
1/2 cup desiccated coconut
1/3 cup raspberry jam

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 180°C.
  • Line two oven trays with baking paper.
  • Pastry:.
  • Beat the softened butter and the sugar until light and creamy.
  • Add the egg and beat until combined.
  • Fold in the sifted flours.
  • Turn dough onto floured surface and knead gently for 1 minute or until smooth.
  • Roll dough out between two sheets of baking paper to 4mm thickness.
  • Use a knife of fluted pastry wheel to cut dough into 4.
  • 5 x 6 cm rectangles and place on prepared trays- allow room for spreading.
  • Bake for 10 minutes or until lightly golden.
  • Cool on the trays.
  • Icing:.
  • Combine the marshmallows and butter in a small pan and stir over low heat until melted and smooth.
  • Stir in icing sugar.
  • Put coconut on a sheet of greaseproof paper and working quickly, spread about a quarter teaspoon of icing along each side of biscuits, leaving a bare strip the length of the biscuit in the middle.
  • Dip the iced biscuit in the coconut and shake off the excess.
  • Put jam in small pan and heat gently until thinned and warm.
  • Spread the warmed jam down the centre of the biscuit.

COCONUT FLOUR DROP BISCUITS



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Much healthier (and no gluten) than Red Lobster cheddar biscuits

Provided by Gale Kirby

Categories     Biscuits

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 large eggs
1/4 c butter, melted
1/4 c honey
1/4 tsp salt
1/3 c flour, coconut
1/4 tsp baking powder

Steps:

  • 1. Blend together eggs, butter, honey, and salt. Combine coconut flour with baking powder and whisk into batter until there are no lumps remaining.
  • 2. Drop batter by the spoonful onto greased cookie sheet. Bake at 400 degrees for 14 to 15 minutes.
  • 3. Variation...add 1/4 teaspoon onion powder and 1/2 c sharp cheddar cheese shredded.

Tips:

  • For a crispier biscuit, chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking.
  • If you don't have a rolling pin, you can use a wine bottle or even a glass to roll out the dough.
  • To make sure the biscuits are evenly cooked, rotate the baking sheet halfway through the baking time.
  • Let the biscuits cool on a wire rack before serving.
  • Store the biscuits in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

These coconut biscuits are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside, with a sweet and coconutty flavor. Whether you enjoy them on their own or with a cup of tea or coffee, these biscuits are sure to be a hit. So next time you are looking for a simple and delicious snack or dessert, give these coconut biscuits a try.

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