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Toasted Coconut Shortbread

Toasted Coconut Shortbread: Your New Favorite Cookie Delight

Toasted Coconut Shortbread cookies combine buttery richness with an exotic twist for a delightful treat.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 2 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup Cold Salted Butter can use unsalted for a lighter taste
  • 2 tbsp Cold Salted Butter
  • ½ cup Granulated Sugar can substitute with coconut sugar
  • ¼ cup Light Brown Sugar dark brown sugar deepens flavor
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract opt for pure for best aroma
  • cups All-Purpose Flour gluten-free flour can be substituted
  • ½ cup Unsweetened Shredded Coconut sweetened coconut can be used but reduce sugars
  • ¾ tsp Ground Cinnamon adjust according to taste
  • 1 large Egg well beaten, can replace with a flax egg for vegan
For the Final Touch
  • 1 cup Sanding Sugar used for rolling cookies

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • plastic wrap
  • Baking sheets
  • parchment paper
  • sharp knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Toasted Coconut Shortbread
  1. In a mixing bowl, beat together 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons of cold salted butter with ½ cup granulated sugar, ¼ cup light brown sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  2. Gradually mix in 1¾ cups all-purpose flour, ½ cup unsweetened shredded coconut, and ¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon until just combined.
  3. Turn the dough out onto a clean surface and divide it into two equal logs. Roll each portion tightly in plastic wrap, shaping them into about 1½-inch diameter logs. Chill for at least 1½ hours.
  4. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  5. Once the dough has chilled, brush the surface of each log with a well-beaten egg, then roll them in additional shredded coconut. Slice the logs into ¼-inch thick rounds.
  6. Arrange the sliced cookies on the prepared baking sheets, dipping the tops in sanding sugar. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
  7. Once baked, allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

These cookies are freezer-friendly and can be stored for later enjoyment.