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Toasted Coconut Shortbread

Toasted Coconut Shortbread: A Blissful Holiday Delight

Toasted Coconut Shortbread captures festive indulgence with a melt-in-your-mouth texture and cinnamon swirl.
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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: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Cold Salted Butter You can use unsalted butter for less salty taste.
  • ½ cup Granulated Sugar Coconut sugar can be used for extra flavor.
  • ¼ cup Light Brown Sugar Dark brown sugar can add a richer taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Almond extract is a delightful alternative.
  • 1¾ cups All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour blends are an option.
  • ½ cup Unsweetened Shredded Coconut More for rolling.
  • ¾ teaspoon Cinnamon Adjust to taste or omit for a milder cookie.
  • 1 Large Egg Beaten for brushing; vegan alternative possible.
  • Sanding Sugar Granulated sugar can be substituted.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • parchment paper
  • Baking sheet
  • Plastic wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Toasted Coconut Shortbread
  1. In a medium mixing bowl, beat cold salted butter, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, and vanilla extract together until light and fluffy.
  2. Gradually add all-purpose flour and unsweetened shredded coconut to the buttery blend and mix on low speed until just combined.
  3. Divide the dough into two equal halves and sprinkle cinnamon over each half, then knead and roll each into logs.
  4. Chill the logs in the refrigerator for at least 1½ hours.
  5. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  6. After chilling, brush logs with beaten egg, roll in shredded coconut, slice into ¼-inch rounds, and dip each in sanding sugar.
  7. Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes until edges are slightly brown.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 20mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. For longer storage, freeze in a single layer and transfer to a freezer-safe bag. Thaw at room temperature before serving.

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