Coconut Cashew Drop Cookies Recipe

Indulge in these irresistible Coconut Cashew Drop Cookies! A sophisticated twist on a classic, these cookies are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth with a delightful blend of chewy coconut and crunchy cashews. For an extra layer of flavor, toast the coconut and/or cashews before adding them to the dough. These gourmet cookies are easy to make and perfect for sharing (or not!).

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 176 kcal
Protein 4g
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Ingredients for Coconut Cashew Drop Cookies

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How to Make Coconut Cashew Drop Cookies

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, ¾ cup granulated sugar, and ¾ cup packed brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in 1 large egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and ½ teaspoon salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. Stir in 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut (toasted, if desired) and 1 cup roasted cashews (toasted, if desired).
  7. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
  8. Gently flatten each cookie with a fork.
  9. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
  10. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 2 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

54g

Fat

24g

Carbs

7g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Coconut Cashew Drop Cookies?

Coconut Cashew Drop Cookies takes about 35 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 20 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Coconut Cashew Drop Cookies?

Coconut Cashew Drop Cookies has approximately 176 calories per serving, with about 4 g protein, 7 g carbohydrates and 14 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Coconut Cashew Drop Cookies?

The key ingredients for Coconut Cashew Drop Cookies are Butter, Brown Sugar, Granulated Sugar, Vanilla, Egg, Flour. See the full list with measurements above.

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