Best 7 Coconut Caramel Oat Cookies Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our Coconut Caramel Oat Cookies, a delightful treat that combines the irresistible taste of coconut, the richness of caramel, and the wholesome goodness of oats. These cookies are not just a culinary delight; they are a perfect balance of texture and taste, guaranteed to tantalize your taste buds. With a chewy, slightly crispy texture and a burst of coconut-caramel flavor in every bite, these cookies are sure to become a favorite. Our recipe offers two delectable variations - the Classic Coconut Caramel Oat Cookies, featuring a harmonious blend of coconut and caramel, and the Chocolate Coconut Caramel Oat Cookies, where the addition of rich chocolate chips elevates the flavor profile. Both variations promise an unforgettable taste experience that will satisfy your sweet cravings.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

COCONUT CARAMEL OAT COOKIES



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"When I was a little girl, my grandmother and I used to whip up this no-bake snack to munch on while playing rummy," shares Tammy Schroeder of Aitkin, Minnesota. "I love to throw a batch together and remember those special times."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 10m

Yield 4-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup butter, cubed
1/2 cup milk
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon salt
25 caramels
3 cups quick-cooking oats
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut

Steps:

  • In a heavy saucepan, bring butter and milk to a boil; add sugar, vanilla and salt. Cook for 1 minute. Add caramels and stir until melted, about 4 minutes. Stir in oats and coconut. , Drop by heaping tablespoonfuls onto waxed paper. Let stand until set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 149 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 112mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

AUNT MYRTLE'S COCONUT OAT COOKIES



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These oatmeal coconut cookies are the stuff of happy memories. They have such a rich flavor and texture. Store them in your best cookie jar. -Catherine Cassidy, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield about 5 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup butter, softened
1 cup packed brown sugar
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2-1/3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
1 cup old-fashioned or quick-cooking oats
3/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, salt, baking soda and baking powder; gradually beat into creamed mixture. Stir in coconut, oats and walnuts., Drop dough by tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake 8-10 minutes or until light brown. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts :

GRANDMA KRAUSE'S COCONUT COOKIES



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When my two daughters were young, their great-grandma made them coconut cookies with oats. Thankfully, she shared the recipe. —Debra Dorn, Dunnellon, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield about 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup shortening
1 cup sugar
1 cup packed brown sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup old-fashioned oats
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat shortening and sugars until blended. Beat in eggs and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; gradually beat into sugar mixture. Stir in oats and coconut., Divide dough into 4 portions. On a lightly floured surface, shape each into a 6-in.-long log. Wrap in waxed paper; freeze 2 hours or until firm., Preheat oven to 350°. Unwrap and cut dough crosswise into 1/2-in. slices, reshaping as needed. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake 10-12 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on pans 5 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool., Freeze option: Place wrapped logs in a freezer container; return to freezer. To use, unwrap frozen logs and cut into slices. If necessary, let dough stand a few minutes at room temperature before cutting. Prepare and bake as directed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 109 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 56mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

GRANDMOTHER'S OATMEAL COCONUT COOKIES



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My grandmother used to always have these cookies when we went to visit. They are the best oatmeal cookie you'll ever eat.

Provided by JULES2JEWELS

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Oatmeal Cookie Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 50

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 ½ cups brown sugar
1 cup white sugar
¾ cup butter, softened
2 eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon baking powder
1 cup oats
1 cup crispy rice cereal (such as Rice Krispies®)
1 cup flaked coconut

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Beat brown sugar, white sugar, and butter together with an electric mixer in a large bowl until smooth. Add 1 egg one at a time, allowing the first to blend into the butter mixture before adding the next with the vanilla.
  • Stir flour, baking soda, salt, and baking powder together in a bowl. Beat into the butter mixture until just incorporated into a dough. Fold oats, crispy rice cereal, and coconut into the dough; mixing just enough to evenly combine.
  • Drop cookie dough by teaspoonful onto baking sheets.
  • Bake in preheated oven until browned, 8 to 9 minutes. Cool cookies slightly on baking sheets before moving to cooling racks to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 101.4 calories, Carbohydrate 16.7 g, Cholesterol 13.9 mg, Fat 3.5 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 85.9 mg, Sugar 11.1 g

CHEWY OATMEAL COCONUT BAR COOKIES



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This is a version of a different coconut bar cookie recipe made with butter. I tried it with coconut oil instead and it came out tasting much better. It is also made with much less sugar than the original recipe.

Provided by Carel

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Bar Cookie Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 5

⅔ cup brown sugar
½ cup coconut oil
½ cup agave nectar
1 cup rolled oats
¾ cup all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Melt brown sugar, coconut oil, and agave nectar in a small pot over medium heat; bring to a boil. Remove from heat; add oats and flour. Pour into an 8-inch baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until lightly browned, about 20 minutes. Refrigerate until solid, at least 20 minutes. Cut into squares; you may need to pick up the whole thing and cut it from the side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 243.5 calories, Carbohydrate 34.9 g, Fat 11.5 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 9.5 g, Sodium 3.4 mg, Sugar 21.5 g

COCONUT OAT COOKIES



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These chewy cookies have been a family favorite for years. The pecans provide a crunchy contrast to go along with all that chewy goodness!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 6 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup butter, softened
2 cups packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 large eggs
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups old-fashioned oats
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
Pecan halves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. Cream butter, brown sugar and vanilla. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine next five ingredients; add to creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in coconut., Shape into 1-in. balls. Place 2-1/2 in. apart on greased baking sheets (cookies will spread). Place pecan half in the center of each cookie and push down slightly. Bake 14-16 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 244 calories, Fat 11g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 38mg cholesterol, Sodium 278mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

CHEWY OATMEAL COOKIES WITH COCONUT



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When our family gathered at my aunt's summer home on Mackinac Island a few years back, she pulled out her tried-and-true recipe and made these wholesome cookies. I think of her and that memorable vacation every time I make these for my own family.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield about 6-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1 cup packed brown sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups quick-cooking oats
2 cups cornflakes
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1 cup salted peanuts

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in remaining ingredients. , Drop by level tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 158 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 189mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Tips:

  • Use unsweetened shredded coconut to control the sweetness of the cookies.
  • Toast the coconut before using to enhance its flavor.
  • Use a high-quality caramel sauce for the best flavor.
  • If the caramel sauce is too thick, thin it out with a little bit of milk.
  • Be careful not to over-mix the dough, as this will make the cookies tough.
  • Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking to help the cookies hold their shape.
  • Bake the cookies until they are just set, as over-baking will make them dry.
  • Let the cookies cool completely on a wire rack before enjoying.

Conclusion:

These coconut caramel oat cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are soft and chewy, with a perfect balance of sweetness and flavor. The combination of coconut, caramel, and oats makes them irresistible. Whether you are a fan of coconut or not, you are sure to love these cookies. They are a great way to satisfy your sweet tooth and are sure to be a hit with your friends and family. So next time you are looking for a delicious and easy-to-make cookie recipe, be sure to give these coconut caramel oat cookies a try.

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