COCONUT WASHBOARDS

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This simple yet satisfying coconut cookie recipe has been around for generations. Pressing a fork into the top gives the look of an old-fashioned washboard. -Tommie Sue Shaw, McAlester, Oklahoma

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 9 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup shortening
2 cups packed brown sugar
2 eggs
1/4 cup water
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter, shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs. Gradually add water and vanilla; mix well. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; add to the creamed mixture and mix well. Fold in coconut. Cover and refrigerate for 2-4 hours. , Shape into 1-in. balls. Place 2 in. apart on greased baking, sheets; flatten with fingers into 2-1/2-in. x 1-in. rectangles. Press lengthwise with a floured fork. Bake at 400° for 8-10 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool 2 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 107 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 61mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Need islam Neer
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These cookies are a must-try for any coconut lover.


Vivian Mambwe
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I love the unique flavor and texture of these cookies.


kim evans
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These cookies can also be frozen for up to 2 months.


Nusrat Jahan Kuwshi
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These cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.


Technical Luqman
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I like to add a little bit of chopped macadamia nuts to these cookies for extra flavor.


Yaseeen Khan
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These cookies are a great way to use up leftover coconut.


VoxzAj
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I'm not a big fan of coconut, but I really enjoyed these cookies. The flavor is subtle and not overpowering.


cody isaac
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These cookies are the perfect treat for any occasion.


Matlhatsi Traun
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I love the texture of these cookies. They're crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside.


Daisy dash De Queen
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These cookies are so delicious! The coconut flavor is perfect and they're not too sweet.


Steven moyo
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I've made these cookies several times now and they're always a hit. They're the perfect combination of sweet and chewy.


Fleuritus Fleulus
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I made these cookies for a bake sale and they sold out in no time! They were definitely a crowd pleaser.


Bhuneshar Shah
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The coconut flavor really shines through in these cookies. They're also nice and chewy, which I love.


Bantubonke Mhlambo
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I was surprised at how easy these were to make. I'm not a very experienced baker, but I was able to follow the recipe without any problems.


mian habib
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These coconut washboards were a hit at my last potluck! Everyone loved the unique flavor and texture.


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