How to Make Coconut Oatmeal Cookies I - A Step-by-Step Guide

Coconut oatmeal cookies are the perfect combination of chewy, crispy and sweet. These irresistible cookies are packed with the goodness of coconut and oats, making them a healthier alternative to traditional cookies. Whether you're a coconut lover or just looking to try something new, these cookies are sure to be a hit with friends and family.

Making these coconut oatmeal cookies is a breeze, and the best part is that they can be whipped up in no time. The recipe is simple to follow a...

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup shortening
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup butter
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup flaked coconut
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 cups rolled oats

Information

  • Servings: 24
  • Yield: 2 dozen

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a medium mixing bowl cream shortening, butter, and sugars. Add eggs and vanilla until blended. Set aside.
  • In a separate bowl, combine dry ingredients, withholding the coconut until all other dry ingredients are blended. Add coconut.
  • Combine wet and dry ingredients until moist. Drop on greased cookie sheet about 1-2 inches apart. Bake for 10 minutes or until golden. Remove from oven immedietly- if overcooked cookies get HARD.
  • Nutrition

    223 cal.

    • Total Fat: 10g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 26mg
    • Sodium: 118mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 32g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 19g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Calcium: 28mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 66mg