JEWELED COCONUT COOKIES

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I often bake these bite-sized cookies with two flavors of preserves for special occasions.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield about 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup butter, softened
1/3 cup sugar
1 egg, separated
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/4 cup each apricot and peach preserves
Confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, cream butter and sugar. Beat in egg yolk and vanilla. Combine the flour and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour or until easy to handle., In a small bowl, beat egg white. Place coconut in another bowl. Roll dough into 1-in. balls; roll in egg white and coconut. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Using the end of a wooden spoon handle, make an indentation in the center of each. , Bake at 325° for 19-22 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks. Spoon 1 rounded teaspoon of preserves into each warm cookie. Dust with confectioners' sugar. Cool completely.

Nutrition Facts :

Jamie Hernandez
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These cookies are the perfect way to satisfy your sweet tooth. They're sweet, but they're not too sweet. They're the perfect balance of sweetness and flavor.


MD. RAZI AHMED
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These cookies are a great way to get kids involved in the kitchen. They're easy to make and kids love to help measure ingredients and mix the dough.


Agustin Alvarado-Garcia
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These cookies are the perfect gift. They're delicious, they're easy to make, and they're sure to be appreciated by anyone who receives them.


Destiny Sherman
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I love that these cookies can be made ahead of time. I can make a batch on the weekend and then have them on hand for the rest of the week. They're the perfect grab-and-go snack.


Antony Kasereka
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These cookies are a great way to use up leftover egg whites. I always have a few egg whites left over after I make something like angel food cake or macarons. These cookies are the perfect way to use them up.


Mohamed Sifnas
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. I've been looking for a good coconut cookie recipe for a long time. These cookies are everything I was looking for. They're delicious, easy to make, and they're perfect for any occasion.


Danny Flakes
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These cookies are the perfect balance of sweet and savory. The coconut and nuts give them a sweet flavor, while the spices add a little bit of savory flavor. They're the perfect cookie for anyone who loves a sweet and savory treat.


Biruk Taimea
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I love the fact that these cookies are made with whole wheat flour. It makes them a little bit healthier than traditional coconut cookies. They're still just as delicious, though!


Flora Jones
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These cookies are perfect for any occasion. They're great for parties, potlucks, or just a casual snack. They're also a great way to use up leftover coconut.


Juliana Pizarro
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These cookies are a great way to show your friends and family how much you care. They're homemade and they taste delicious. Plus, they're easy to make, so you can make a big batch and share them with everyone you know.


Emily Davis
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I'm a big fan of coconut and these cookies are my new favorite. They're so easy to make and they taste like they're from a bakery. I'll definitely be making these again and again.


slam mohammed
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These cookies are the perfect afternoon snack. They're sweet and satisfying, but they're not too heavy. I love to dunk them in my coffee or tea.


Jogodish Das
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I'm gluten-free and I was so happy to find this recipe. These cookies are delicious and they're also gluten-free. I can finally enjoy coconut cookies again!


Sk Jk
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I made these cookies for a holiday party and they were a huge hit. Everyone loved them! They're the perfect holiday cookie because they're festive and delicious. I'll definitely be making them again next year.


Destiny Adkins
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These cookies are a great way to use up leftover coconut. I had some leftover from making a piña colada and I didn't want it to go to waste. These cookies were the perfect solution. They're so easy to make and they taste amazing.


Charl Fredericks
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I'm not usually a fan of coconut cookies, but these ones are a game-changer. The addition of nuts and spices really takes them to the next level. They're so flavorful and addictive. I can't stop eating them!


Lisakhanya Gumede
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These cookies are absolutely delicious! I was looking for a new coconut cookie recipe to try and I'm so glad I found this one. They're the perfect balance of sweetness and spice. I'll definitely be making these again soon.


Munzur Kader Momin
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I've made these cookies several times now and they're always a hit. They're so easy to make and they taste like they came from a bakery. I love that I can customize them with different nuts and spices to suit my taste.


Ahmed akacha
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These cookies are a delightful treat! The combination of coconut, nuts, and spices is simply divine. I followed the recipe exactly and they turned out perfectly. They're crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside, with a wonderful burst of flavor