Description
These delightful Lemon Coconut Cheesecake Cookies combine the creamy richness of cheesecake with the refreshing zing of lemon and the tropical touch of shredded coconut. Soft, moist, and bursting with flavor, they make an excellent treat for gatherings or a special homemade snack.
Ingredients
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Cookie Dough
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper to ensure the cookies don’t stick during baking.
- Make the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, beat together the softened butter, cream cheese, and sugar until the mixture is fluffy and smooth. This will create a creamy base for the cookies.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in the egg, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until fully incorporated and the batter is creamy and uniform.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the all-purpose flour to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until combined. Then fold in the shredded coconut evenly throughout the dough.
- Shape the Cookies: Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
- Bake the Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are set but still soft.
- Cool the Cookies: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the cookies cool for 5 minutes on the sheet before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Ensure butter and cream cheese are softened to room temperature for easy mixing and smooth dough.
- For more lemon flavor, you can add up to 1 1/2 teaspoons of lemon zest.
- Shredded coconut can be toasted slightly for added flavor if desired.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
- You can substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend if necessary, but results may vary slightly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
