Lemon Coconut Drop Shortbread Cookies: Easy Indulgence at Home
Delightful and simple, these Lemon Coconut Drop Shortbread Cookies offer a wonderful blend of citrus and coconut flavor that is perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Add in the lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Mix until combined.
- Gradually add the flour and shredded coconut, mixing until a dough forms.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- If you want a stronger lemon flavor, consider adding more lemon zest.
- These cookies pair wonderfully with a cup of tea or coffee.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Lemon, Coconut, Shortbread, Cookies, Easy, Dessert