Coconut Cookies
These gluten-free coconut cookies are soft, chewy, and bursting with coconut flavor. They are easy to make and perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without any gluten.
30 min
Total Time
12
Servings
easy
Difficulty
15 min
Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
30 min
Total Time
Ingredients
- 3 cups Shredded Coconut (unsweetened)
- 1/4 cup Coconut Flour
- 1/4 cup Almond Flour
- 1/2 cup Coconut Oil (melted)
- 2 large Eggs
- 1/2 cup Maple Syrup
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 cup Dairy-Free Chocolate Chips (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Coconut Milk (full fat)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
In a large bowl, combine the shredded coconut, coconut flour, almond flour, baking soda, and salt.
- 3
In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted coconut oil, maple syrup, eggs, and vanilla extract.
- 4
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until well combined. Stir in the coconut milk.
- 5
If using, fold in the dairy-free chocolate chips.
- 6
Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each cookie.
- 7
Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set.
- 8
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tips & Notes
- •For chewier cookies, slightly underbake them. They will continue to set as they cool.
- •Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- •Toast the shredded coconut for a deeper, richer flavor before adding it to the dough.
Recipe Variations
- →Try adding different herbs for variety.
- →Substitute ingredients based on dietary needs.