Source: Rome2015, AdobeStockHomemade baked goods are great because you can add anything you like to them. Coconut flakes give cookies an interesting crumbly texture, a bright aroma, and a sweet coconut flavor. We're sharing tried-and-true recipes that don't require complex techniques and are perfect even for beginners!
1. Shortbread Cookies with Coconut Flakes
Source: AdobeStockCombines a vibrant taste with readily available ingredients.
You will need: 200 g butter, 2 eggs, 3 cups flour, 100 g sugar, 50-60 g coconut flakes, 0.5 tsp baking powder, 1 pinch salt.
Instructions: Whisk melted butter with sugar, salt, eggs, and baking powder. Gradually add sifted flour, knead the dough, and refrigerate for 20 minutes. Then, roll the dough into balls, coat them in coconut flakes, and flatten slightly. Arrange the cookies on parchment paper and bake for approximately 15 minutes in an oven preheated to 180 degrees Celsius.
2. Flourless Coconut Cookies
Source: AdobeStockAn interesting cookie recipe with just three ingredients.
You will need: 200 g coconut flakes, 2 eggs, 1/2 cup sugar.
Instructions: Thoroughly mix all ingredients until smooth, form small balls, and place them on parchment paper. Bake the coconut cookies for 20 minutes in an oven preheated to 180 degrees Celsius.
3. Kefir Coconut Cookies
Source: AdobeStockMade literally from what you have in the fridge.
You will need: 120-150 ml kefir, 80 ml vegetable oil, 1 egg, 300 g flour, 40 g coconut flakes, 3 tbsp sugar, 1 tsp baking powder, 1 pinch salt.
Instructions: Whisk kefir, vegetable oil, egg, sugar, and salt. Add sifted flour with baking powder, then the coconut flakes. Roll the dough into a log, cut into pieces, and shape into cookies. If desired, roll them in sugar. Bake for 20 minutes in an oven preheated to 180 degrees Celsius.
Cookie Icing: 10 Great Recipes for Every Taste
4. Eggless Milk Coconut Cookies
Source: AdobeStockIf you like vanilla, add a little vanilla extract to taste.
You will need: 120 g butter, 50-60 ml milk, 220-250 g flour, 100 g sugar, 50 g coconut flakes, 1 tsp baking powder, 1 pinch salt.
Instructions: Mix melted butter, milk, sugar, salt, and coconut flakes. Add flour with baking powder and knead the dough well. Shape and bake the cookies for 15-20 minutes in an oven preheated to 180 degrees Celsius.
5. Lenten Coconut Cookies
Source: AdobeStockMade with banana and vegetable oil.
You will need: 1 banana, 50 ml vegetable oil, 15 ml water, 100 g coconut flakes, 100 g flour, 80 g sugar.
Instructions: Mash the banana with a fork and mix it with oil, water, and sugar. Adjust the amount of sugar depending on the sweetness of the banana. Add flour and coconut flakes, mix the dough, and with wet hands, form small round cookies. Bake them for 20-22 minutes in an oven preheated to 180 degrees Celsius.
15 Easy Kefir Cookie Recipes
6. Coconut and Chocolate Cookies
Source: AdobeStockA unique Bounty bar in cookie form!
You will need: 2 egg whites, 1.5 cups coconut flakes, 50 g chocolate, 2 tbsp cocoa, 1/3 cup sugar, 2 pinches salt.
Instructions: Separate egg whites from yolks, then beat the whites with salt and sugar until stiff peaks form. Melt chocolate in a double boiler and mix it with cocoa and coconut flakes. Gently fold the egg whites into this mixture and refrigerate for half an hour. Then, shape the cookies and, if desired, sprinkle with additional coconut flakes. Bake the cookies for 25 minutes in an oven preheated to 170-180 degrees Celsius.
7. Cottage Cheese Coconut Cookies
Source: AdobeStockA healthier recipe without butter.
You will need: 200 g cottage cheese, 1 egg, 80 g flour, 40 g coconut flakes, 1.5 tbsp sugar, 1 tsp baking powder, 1 pinch salt.
Instructions: Beat cottage cheese, egg, salt, and sugar until smooth, then add the dry ingredients. Knead and refrigerate the dough for 10 minutes. Then, divide it into pieces and shape into cookies. You can also sprinkle them with sugar. Bake for 20-25 minutes in an oven preheated to 180 degrees Celsius.
8. Lemon Coconut Cookies
Source: AdobeStockSunny and bright, they bring nothing but smiles.
You will need: 100 g butter, 1 egg, 150 g flour, 100 g sugar, 50 g coconut flakes, zest of 1 lemon, 0.5 tsp baking powder, 1 pinch salt.
Instructions: Beat soft butter with sugar until fluffy, beat in the egg, and beat again. Separately mix all dry ingredients, including lemon zest and coconut flakes. Combine both mixtures, knead the dough, and refrigerate for 1 hour.
Then, form small balls from the dough, flatten them, and arrange on parchment paper. If desired, sprinkle with more coconut flakes or powdered sugar. Bake the cookies for about 15 minutes in an oven preheated to 170 degrees Celsius.
Hardtack Biscuits: 6 Most Delicious and Original Recipes
9. Healthy Coconut Cookies
Source: AdobeStockA wonderful recipe for a healthy and delicious snack.
You will need: 1 cup rolled oats, 100 g apple puree, 10 g coconut flakes, 15-20 g dried fruits, 15 g nuts to taste.
Instructions: Grind the rolled oats into small pieces or flour – as you prefer. Wash and chop dried fruits, finely chop nuts, and thoroughly mix all ingredients. With wet hands, form small cookies from this dough. Bake them for 15-20 minutes in an oven preheated to 180-190 degrees Celsius.
10. Condensed Milk Coconut Cookies
Source: AdobeStockVery crispy and golden brown on the outside!
You will need: 250 g condensed milk, 1 egg, 100 g coconut flakes, 10-15 g flour, 1 pinch salt, 1 pinch vanilla extract.
Instructions: Whisk the egg with condensed milk, add dry ingredients, mix the dough, and let it rest for 10 minutes. Then, with wet hands, shape the cookies and bake them for 15 minutes in an oven preheated to 170-180 degrees Celsius.
12 Great Pumpkin Cookie Recipes
11. Oatmeal Coconut Cookies
Source: AdobeStockThis recipe requires whole quick-cooking rolled oats.
You will need: 150 g rolled oats, 100 g coconut flakes, 120 g butter, 1 cup flour, 100 g sugar, 3 tbsp syrup to taste, 1 tsp baking soda.
Instructions: Dissolve baking soda in 2 tbsp boiling water and separately mix the other dry ingredients. Melt the butter and combine it with the syrup. Pour the liquid mixture into the dry mixture, add the baking soda, and mix the dough thoroughly. Form and flatten balls, and bake the cookies for 15 minutes in an oven preheated to 180 degrees Celsius.
12. Ginger Coconut Cookies
Source: AdobeStockYou can also add gingerbread spices here.
You will need: 100 g butter, 2 egg yolks, 150 g flour, 50 g sugar, 20 g coconut flakes, 0.5 tsp baking powder, 0.5 tsp dried ginger, spices.
Instructions: Whisk egg yolks with sugar, baking powder, ginger, and all spices. Add soft butter, mix again, and gradually add flour. Roll the resulting dough into a log, cut into small pieces, and shape into cookies. Roll them in coconut flakes and bake for 12-15 minutes in an oven preheated to 180 degrees Celsius.