Swedish Coconut Cookies Recipe

Indulge in melt-in-your-mouth Swedish Coconut Cookies! These delightful treats offer a delicate shortbread-like texture with the irresistible tropical twist of coconut. Perfect for holiday baking or any time you crave a subtly sweet and satisfying cookie.

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 144.3 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Swedish Coconut Cookies

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Swedish Coconut Cookies

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How to Make Swedish Coconut 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) softened unsalted butter, ½ cup vegetable shortening, and 1 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and ½ teaspoon baking powder.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Stir in 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut and ½ cup chopped nuts (optional).
  5. Shape the dough into a log (approximately 2 inches in diameter). Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight.
  6. Once chilled, slice the dough into 1/4-inch thick cookies. Place them onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving some space between each cookie.
  7. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
  8. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

33g

Fat

22g

Carbs

4g