Chocolate Pecan Coconut Cookies
Chocolate Pecan Coconut Cookies are a delightful blend of rich chocolate, crunchy pecans, and chewy coconut. These cookies are easy to make and provide a warm, inviting aroma as they bake, making them perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting friends or treating yourself, these cookies are sure to impress with their delicious flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped pecans (roughly chopped)
- 1 cup shredded coconut
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually mix it into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips, chopped pecans, and shredded coconut gently.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto the prepared baking sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until the edges are golden but the centers remain soft.
- Allow cookies to cool slightly on the baking sheet before transferring them to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: - For extra flavor, toast your pecans before adding them to the dough. - You can substitute walnuts or almonds for pecans if desired. - Consider adding dried fruit like cranberries or a pinch of cinnamon for added variety.