Gluten Free Dairy Free Coconut Cookies Recipe

Delight your loved ones with these delicious Gluten-Free and Dairy-Free Coconut Cookies! Perfect as a holiday gift or a special treat, this recipe delivers melt-in-your-mouth cookies with a delightful coconut flavor. Inspired by a successful attempt after a failed shortbread experiment, these cookies are drizzled with dark chocolate for an elegant touch. Easy to make and guaranteed to impress, even those with dietary restrictions will love them!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 285 kcal
Protein 4g
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Ingredients for Gluten Free Dairy Free Coconut Cookies

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How to Make Gluten Free Dairy Free Coconut Cookies

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, sift together 1 cup cornstarch and 1 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup vegan margarine and ¾ cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (or orange extract) to the wet ingredients and mix well.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Stir in 1 cup shredded coconut.
  7. Using a tablespoon, scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
  8. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
  9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Once cooled, drizzle with melted dark chocolate (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

31g

Fat

67g

Carbs

8g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Gluten Free Dairy Free Coconut Cookies?

Gluten Free Dairy Free Coconut Cookies takes about 55 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 35 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Gluten Free Dairy Free Coconut Cookies?

Gluten Free Dairy Free Coconut Cookies has approximately 285 calories per serving, with about 4 g protein, 8 g carbohydrates and 30 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Gluten Free Dairy Free Coconut Cookies?

The key ingredients for Gluten Free Dairy Free Coconut Cookies are Cornstarch, Sugar, Rice Flour, Margarine, Unsweetened Coconut, Orange Extract. See the full list with measurements above.

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