COCONUT CLOUDS

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Coconut lovers will have extra reason to celebrate when they taste these cakelike drop cookies. The generous frosting and coconut topping make them a hit at holiday cookie swaps. -Donna Scofield, Yakima, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield about 5-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 19

1/4 cup butter, softened
1/4 cup shortening
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon coconut extract
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup sour cream
2-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted
BROWNED BUTTER FROSTING:
1/3 cup butter, cubed
3 cups confectioners' sugar
3 tablespoons evaporated milk
1 teaspoon coconut extract
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups sweetened shredded coconut, toasted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. Cream butter, shortening and sugars until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes; beat in eggs and extracts. Stir in sour cream. In another bowl, whisk together flour, salt and baking soda; gradually beat into creamed mixture. Stir in coconut., Drop dough by tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto lightly greased baking sheets. Bake until set, 8-10 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool completely., For the frosting, in a small heavy saucepan, heat butter over medium heat until golden brown, 5-7 minutes, stirring constantly. Transfer to a small bowl; gradually beat in confectioners' sugar, milk and extracts. Spread over cookies. Dip in coconut; let stand until set. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 72mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Ausj Ususs
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I made these coconut clouds for a party and everyone loved them! They're so light and fluffy, and the coconut flavor is just perfect.


Hemaratne Wd
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These coconut clouds are a great way to use up leftover egg whites. They're also a fun and easy dessert to make with kids.


Britnie Brown
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I made these coconut clouds for my family and they loved them! They're the perfect dessert for any occasion.


Durga Prasad Adhikari
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These coconut clouds are a great way to satisfy your sweet tooth without feeling guilty. They're low in calories and fat, and they're packed with protein.


Ram Sundar Khadka
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I'm not usually a big fan of coconut desserts, but these coconut clouds are an exception. They're so light and fluffy, and the coconut flavor is just right.


Mama Amirat
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These coconut clouds are the perfect summer dessert. They're light and refreshing, and the coconut flavor is just delicious.


Zikrullah Zaker
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I made these coconut clouds for a party and everyone loved them! They're so light and fluffy, and the coconut flavor is just perfect.


Desmond Demas
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These coconut clouds are a great way to use up leftover egg whites. They're also a fun and easy dessert to make with kids.


Onkwo Emmanuel
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I made these coconut clouds for my family and they loved them! They're the perfect dessert for any occasion.


kelli franks
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These coconut clouds are a great way to satisfy your sweet tooth without feeling guilty. They're low in calories and fat, and they're packed with protein.


Pierre Lopez
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I'm not usually a big fan of coconut desserts, but these coconut clouds are an exception. They're so light and fluffy, and the coconut flavor is just right.


joe marsiglia
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These coconut clouds are the perfect summer dessert. They're light and refreshing, and the coconut flavor is just delicious.


Caroline Ngauru
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I made these coconut clouds for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them. They're so light and fluffy, and the coconut flavor is just perfect.


April Thomas
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These coconut clouds are a great way to use up leftover egg whites. They're also a fun and easy dessert to make with kids.


Ahmar Rajput
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe, but I'm so glad I tried it! The coconut clouds turned out so well. They're the perfect balance of sweet and fluffy.


Yasir Ahmad Official
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These coconut clouds are amazing! The texture is so light and airy, and the coconut flavor is just right. I'm so glad I tried this recipe.


Ephrem Solomon
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I followed the recipe exactly and the coconut clouds turned out perfectly! They're so delicious and easy to make. I'll definitely be making these again soon.


Moeen Ahmad
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These Coconut Clouds were a hit at my last potluck! They're so light and fluffy, and the coconut flavor is just perfect. I'll definitely be making these again.


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