Hawaiian Coconut Shortbread Cookies Recipe

Relive a taste of the 70s with this treasured family recipe! These rich and buttery Hawaiian Coconut Shortbread Cookies are a delightful blend of coconut and melt-in-your-mouth shortbread, dusted with powdered sugar for a touch of elegance. Perfect for holidays, special occasions, or simply a sweet treat, these make-ahead cookies improve in flavor over time! Easy enough for junior chefs to help with the fun powdered sugar coating, and ideal for care packages (pack securely!). Get ready to experience a taste of nostalgia and pure deliciousness.

Prep Time 60 mins
Cook Time 65 mins
Calories 115 kcal
Protein 1g
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Ingredients for Hawaiian Coconut Shortbread Cookies

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How to Make Hawaiian Coconut Shortbread Cookies

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Stir in the shredded coconut.
  7. Press the dough into a 9x13 inch baking pan. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight.
  8. Once chilled, cut the dough into 1-inch squares or other desired shapes.
  9. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
  10. Let the cookies cool completely on the baking sheets before dusting with powdered sugar.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

27g

Fat

24g

Carbs

4g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Hawaiian Coconut Shortbread Cookies?

Hawaiian Coconut Shortbread Cookies takes about 125 minutes from start to finish — roughly 60 minutes to prepare and 65 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Hawaiian Coconut Shortbread Cookies?

Hawaiian Coconut Shortbread Cookies has approximately 115 calories per serving, with about 1 g protein, 4 g carbohydrates and 10 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Hawaiian Coconut Shortbread Cookies?

The key ingredients for Hawaiian Coconut Shortbread Cookies are Butter, Granulated Sugar, Vanilla, All Purpose Flour, Salt, Sweetened Flaked Coconut. See the full list with measurements above.

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