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Toasted Coconut Shortbread

Toasted Coconut Shortbread: An Irresistible Tropical Treat

Toasted Coconut Shortbread cookies are rich, buttery, and perfect for any occasion, offering a delightful tropical flavor.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 57 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Cold Salted Butter Can substitute with unsalted butter if preferred.
  • ½ cup Granulated Sugar Coconut sugar can enhance the coconut flavor.
  • ¼ cup Light Brown Sugar Dark brown sugar can be used for a deeper taste.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Use pure vanilla for best results.
  • cups All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour can be substituted.
  • ½ cup Unsweetened Shredded Coconut Extra for rolling.
  • ¾ tsp Ground Cinnamon Adjust to your preference.
  • 1 large Egg Well beaten; a flax egg can be used for vegan version.
For Finishing Touches
  • Sanding Sugar For rolling before baking.
  • Optional Mix-Ins Chopped nuts, chocolate chips, dried fruit, or crushed peppermint candy.

Equipment

  • electric mixer
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment Paper
  • plastic wrap
  • sharp knife
  • Medium bowl

Method
 

Step 1: Cream Ingredients
  1. In a medium bowl, use an electric mixer to beat together the cold salted butter, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix on medium speed until light, creamy, and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
Step 2: Combine Dry Ingredients
  1. Gradually sift in the all-purpose flour, unsweetened shredded coconut, and ground cinnamon into the creamed mixture. Switch to low speed, blending until just combined.
Step 3: Shape Dough
  1. Transfer the dough onto a clean surface, divide into two halves, and roll into logs approximately 1½ – 2 inches in diameter. Wrap each log in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1½ hours.
Step 4: Preheat Oven
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Step 5: Prepare Logs
  1. Remove the dough logs from the refrigerator, unwrap, brush with a well-beaten egg, and roll in extra shredded coconut until fully coated.
Step 6: Slice and Bake
  1. Slice each log into ¼-inch thick rounds, dipping the tops in sanding sugar. Arrange on baking sheets and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges turn lightly golden.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week at room temperature, or frozen for up to 3 months.

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