Best 2 Coconut Mountains Recipes

Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our irresistible Coconut Mountains! These heavenly treats are a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. Each Coconut Mountain is meticulously crafted with a combination of chewy coconut macaroon, rich chocolate ganache, and a crispy graham cracker crust. But the journey doesn't stop there – we've also included two additional tempting variations to satisfy every palate. The Chocolate Coconut Mountains boast a luscious chocolate macaroon base, while the Peanut Butter Coconut Mountains introduce a delightful peanut butter ganache filling. With three recipes in one article, you'll have an array of coconut-infused sensations to choose from. Get ready to embark on a sweet adventure and create these Coconut Mountains that are sure to become a cherished favorite.

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COCONUT PEAKS

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I found this gem on a slip of paper in a cookbook I got at a yard sale. The candies get great flavor from browned butter. I've received many requests for this recipe over the years.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 30m

Yield about 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1/4 cup butter
3 cups sweetened shredded coconut
2 cups confectioners' sugar
1/4 cup half-and-half cream
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
2 teaspoons shortening

Steps:

Line a baking sheet with waxed paper; set aside. In a large saucepan, cook butter over medium-low heat until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in the coconut, sugar and cream. , Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls onto prepared baking sheet. Refrigerate until easy to handle, about 25 minutes., Roll mixture into balls, then shape each into a cone. Return to baking sheet; refrigerate for 15 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a microwave, melt chocolate chips and shortening; stir until smooth. Dip bottoms of cones into chocolate; allow excess to drip off. Return to waxed paper to harden. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 205 calories, Fat 12g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 69mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

MOUNTAIN COOKIES

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I've been making these deliciously different cookies for about 11 years. My kids especially like the creamy coconut filling. Whenever I take these cookies, people ask for the recipe. You'll be hard-pressed to eat just one! -Jeanne Adams, Richmond, Vermont

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

1 cup butter, softened
1 cup confectioners' sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
FILLING:
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 cup confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup finely chopped pecans
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
TOPPING:
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons water
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar

Steps:

In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in vanilla. Combine flour and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well. , Shape into 1-in. balls; place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Make a deep indentation in the center of each cookie. Bake at 350° until the edges just start to brown, 10-12 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool completely. , For the filling, in a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, flour and vanilla until smooth. Add pecans and coconut. Spoon 1/2 teaspoon into each cookie. , For topping, in a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips and butter with water; stir until smooth. Stir in sugar. Drizzle over cookies.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 221 calories, Fat 13g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 152mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Tips:

Use fresh, unsweetened coconut for the best flavor. You can find it in the refrigerated section of most grocery stores.
If you don't have a food processor, you can grate the coconut by hand. Just be sure to grate it finely.
Be careful not to overmix the batter. Overmixing will make the cookies tough.
Bake the cookies until they are just set. Overbaking will make them dry and crumbly.
Let the cookies cool completely before dipping them in the chocolate. This will help the chocolate to set properly.
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

These Coconut Mountains are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. They're made with a simple batter of flour, sugar, butter, eggs, and coconut, and then dipped in chocolate. The result is a cookie that is crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside, with a rich coconut flavor. If you're looking for a new cookie recipe to try, be sure to give these Coconut Mountains a try. They're sure to be a hit with your family and friends!