COCONUT CHOCOLATE SLICES

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These crispy cookies with a chewy coconut center travel really well. When my son was in the Army, I often sent boxes to him, and he told me they always arrived in perfect condition. —Cheri Booth, Gering, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield about 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/3 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/2 cup finely chopped nuts
COOKIE DOUGH:
6 tablespoons butter, softened
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
2 ounces semisweet chocolate, melted and cooled
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Beat cream cheese, granulated sugar and vanilla until smooth. Stir in coconut and nuts. Refrigerate until easy to handle. , Meanwhile, cream butter and confectioners' sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in egg, chocolate and vanilla. Combine flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Refrigerate until easy to handle, about 30 minutes., Roll dough between waxed paper into a 14x4-1/2-in. rectangle. Remove top piece of waxed paper. Shape coconut filling into a 14-in. roll; place on dough, 1 in. from a long side. Roll dough around filling and seal edges. Wrap and refrigerate 2-3 hours or overnight., Preheat oven to 350°. Unwrap dough and cut into 1/4-in. slices. Place 2 in. apart on greased baking sheets, reshaping if necessary. Bake until set, 8-10 minutes. Cool 1 minute before removing to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 75 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 61mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Hiram Guerrero
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These slices are a great make-ahead dessert. I love that I can make them ahead of time and just pop them in the oven when I'm ready to serve.


Jessica Donath
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I'm definitely going to be making these slices again. They're so easy to make and they're always a hit with my friends and family.


Ralph Dilleshaw
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These slices are so delicious! I love the way the coconut and chocolate flavors complement each other.


Kareem Elsabbagh
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my slices turned out really dry. I followed the recipe exactly, so I'm not sure what happened.


Md polok jr
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These slices are the perfect balance of sweet and salty. I love the crunch of the coconut and the richness of the chocolate.


Greg Marcantelli
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I've tried this recipe a few times now and it's always a success. The slices are always moist and flavorful.


Kendra Shambley
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These slices are so easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can make them ahead of time and just pop them in the oven when I'm ready to serve.


zakk allen
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I'm not a big fan of coconut, but I actually really liked these slices. The chocolate flavor is really rich and the coconut is just a hint.


Ashrina Nepal
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I found these slices to be a bit dry. I think they would be better with a little bit more butter or oil.


Jacob Atiimbiik
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These slices are a bit too sweet for my taste, but they're still good.


ChristineSylva Hamieh
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I love the combination of coconut and chocolate in these slices. They're the perfect treat for any occasion.


lencho jemal
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These slices are so delicious and easy to make. I've made them several times now and they're always a hit.


destiny alvarez
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I made these slices for a party and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them!


Gj Sohau
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These coconut chocolate slices were a hit with my family! The combination of coconut and chocolate is always a winner, and the slices were just the right amount of sweetness. I also appreciated how easy they were to make - I had them in the oven in n