COCONUT BANANA COOKIES

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This is a springtime variation on my grandma's banana drop cookies and, with tons of coconut flavor, it's perfect for Easter. -Elyse Benner, Solon, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield about 1-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup shortening, room temperature
1/4 cup creamy cashew butter
1 cup sugar
1 cup mashed ripe banana (about 2 medium)
1 large egg, room temperature
1 tablespoon grated lime zest
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1-3/4 cups unsweetened finely shredded coconut
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup sweetened flaked coconut

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. Cream shortening, cashew butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in next 5 ingredients until thoroughly mixed. In a separate bowl, mix unsweetened coconut and flour. Beat into creamed mixture just until combined., Using a medium cookie scoop, drop dough 2 in. apart onto parchment-lined baking sheets. Sprinkle with sweetened coconut. Bake until edges are golden brown, 15-20 minutes (cookies will have cakelike texture). Remove from pans to wire racks to cool. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 232 calories, Fat 14g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 192mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

fazy2022 forlife
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The cookies were a bit dry, but the flavor was still good.


mim khatun
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I made these cookies for my family and they loved them. They're now a regular in our household.


Heart Viva
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These are the best coconut banana cookies I've ever had. I'll definitely be making them again.


aouf hamdi
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The cookies were a bit too sweet for my taste, but I still ate them all.


Jacinda Seleke
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I've been making these cookies for years and they're always a favorite. They're so easy to make and they always turn out perfectly.


Shay Barnes
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These are the perfect cookies for a tropical getaway.


Gg Pro
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The cookies were a bit too bland for my taste, but they were still good.


Stephen Mcdonagh
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I made these cookies for a party and they were a huge hit. Everyone raved about them.


FF S.A.B Gamer
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These cookies are amazing! I love the combination of coconut and banana.


Ivan Ivan
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The cookies were a bit too chewy for my liking, but I still enjoyed them.


Marian Stan
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I've tried many coconut banana cookie recipes, but this one is by far the best. The cookies are always moist and flavorful.


Jabir Rain
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These are my go-to cookies when I need a quick and easy dessert.


gamer 202
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The cookies were a bit too crumbly for my taste, but the flavor was good.


Zee Ahmad TV
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I made these cookies for a bake sale and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them!


Arm An
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These are the best coconut banana cookies I've ever had! I highly recommend them.


nm technology
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The cookies were easy to make and had a nice flavor, but they were a bit dry.


Harccess Azeez
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I've made these cookies several times now and they always turn out great. They're a favorite in my household.


Ali jaweed
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These cookies were a bit too sweet for my taste, but I still enjoyed them.


Yashin Khan
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I love how moist and flavorful these cookies are. The coconut and banana add a great tropical twist.


Dp Dissanayake
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These cookies were a hit at my party! They were so easy to make and turned out perfectly. The coconut and banana flavors go together so well.