Best 4 Royal Coconut Cookies Recipes

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Indulge your sweet cravings with our selection of delectable Royal Coconut Cookies recipes. These melt-in-your-mouth treats are a harmonious blend of coconut and buttery goodness, perfect for any occasion. From classic Coconut Macaroons with their chewy texture and toasted coconut topping to the elegant Coconut Snowballs rolled in powdered sugar, each recipe offers a unique take on this timeless cookie. Discover the secrets behind these heavenly confections, ranging from simple 5-ingredient wonders to more elaborate creations adorned with chocolate chips, nuts, or a touch of tropical fruit. With step-by-step instructions, detailed ingredient lists, and helpful tips, these recipes cater to both novice and seasoned bakers alike. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more of these coconut-infused delights.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

GRANDMA KRAUSE'S COCONUT COOKIES



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When my two daughters were young, their great-grandma made them coconut cookies with oats. Thankfully, she shared the recipe. —Debra Dorn, Dunnellon, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield about 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup shortening
1 cup sugar
1 cup packed brown sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup old-fashioned oats
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat shortening and sugars until blended. Beat in eggs and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; gradually beat into sugar mixture. Stir in oats and coconut., Divide dough into 4 portions. On a lightly floured surface, shape each into a 6-in.-long log. Wrap in waxed paper; freeze 2 hours or until firm., Preheat oven to 350°. Unwrap and cut dough crosswise into 1/2-in. slices, reshaping as needed. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake 10-12 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on pans 5 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool., Freeze option: Place wrapped logs in a freezer container; return to freezer. To use, unwrap frozen logs and cut into slices. If necessary, let dough stand a few minutes at room temperature before cutting. Prepare and bake as directed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 109 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 56mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

COCONUT AND OATMEAL DROP COOKIES



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Provided by Food Network

Time 15m

Yield 48 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup (2 sticks) butter
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup packed light brown sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla extract
1 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. baking soda
2 cups all-purpose flour
2-1/2 cups shredded coconut
1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
2 cups old-fashioned oatmeal

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees. Grease 2 large cookie sheets. Cream butter and sugars in mixer until light and fluffy. Add eggs, beat together. Add vanilla, baking powder and baking soda. Then add the flour. Mix until well combined. Stir in coconut and nuts. Mix in oatmeal.
  • Drop on greased cookie sheets by the tsp., spacing about 1/2 inch apart. Bake 12 to 15 minutes, just until the edges begin to brown. Transfer to a wire rack to cool.

COCONUT COOKIES



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Our coconut cookies are a cross between a coconut macaroon and a chewy butter cookie.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Time 1h

Yield Makes 36

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (14 ounces) sweetened shredded coconut (5 1/3 cups)
1 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 cup (1 stick) chilled unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, (spooned and leveled)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Set aside 2 loosely packed cups of coconut on a plate. Place remaining coconut in a food processor along with sugar, salt, and baking powder; process until finely ground. Add butter, and process just until no lumps remain. Add egg and vanilla; process just until smooth. Add flour; pulse until a crumbly dough begins to form, scraping sides of bowl as needed (do not overmix).
  • Forming 5 or 6 at a time, scoop level tablespoons of dough, and place in reserved coconut. Roll into balls, coating with coconut.
  • Arrange balls, about 2 inches apart, on baking sheets. Bake until lightly golden, 23 to 25 minutes. Cool on baking sheets 1 to 2 minutes; transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

ROYAL COCONUT COOKIES



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Found this recipe on Allrecipes.com. "These have always been a childhood favorite of mine growing up in the 70's and they still are today." - Nannette Lorenz (contributor). Posting for safe keeping.

Provided by Kerena

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield 48 cookies, 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup white sugar
1 cup brown sugar, packed
1 cup butter, softened
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups rolled oats
2 cups flaked coconut

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease baking sheets.
  • Sift the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt together into a bowl.
  • Cream the butter and the sugar together. Beat in the egg and vanilla. Add the flour mixture and beat until smooth, about 2 minutes. Stir in the oats and flaked coconut.
  • Shape dough into 1 inch balls and place on the prepared baking sheets. Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 12 to 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 246.8, Fat 10.6, SaturatedFat 7, Cholesterol 35.8, Sodium 329, Carbohydrate 35.6, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 20, Protein 3.1

Tips:

  • Use unsweetened shredded coconut for a healthier and more natural flavor.
  • Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking to help the cookies hold their shape.
  • If you don't have a cookie scoop, use two spoons to drop the dough onto the baking sheets.
  • Bake the cookies until they are just set around the edges but still soft in the center. Overbaking will make them dry and crumbly.
  • Let the cookies cool completely before storing them in an airtight container.

Conclusion:

These royal coconut cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. With their chewy texture, sweet coconut flavor, and hint of almond, they are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a special cookie recipe, give these royal coconut cookies a try. You won't be disappointed!

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