Here’s a sweet and chewy Coconut Chewies recipe — soft, coconut-filled treats that are perfect for snacking or lunchboxes.
🥥 Coconut Chewies
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
- Optional: 1 cup chocolate chips or chopped nuts
Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat oven
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2️⃣ Mix wet ingredients
- In a large bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs, one at a time, then stir in vanilla.
3️⃣ Add dry ingredients
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
4️⃣ Add coconut
- Fold in shredded coconut (and chocolate chips or nuts if using).
5️⃣ Shape and bake
- Drop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart.
- Bake 10–12 minutes, until edges are lightly golden.
- Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
🔥 Tips & Variations
- For extra chewiness, slightly underbake and let them finish on the baking sheet.
- Toast coconut before mixing in for a nuttier flavor.
- Add ½ tsp almond extract along with vanilla for a subtle flavor twist.
- Press a chocolate kiss into the center for a special treat.
I can also give you:
- No-bake coconut chewies
- Gluten-free version
- Chocolate-coconut chewy bars
Do you want a classic baked cookie version or a no-bake chewy bar version?
