How to Make Lemon-Coconut Cookies - A Step-by-Step Guide

When life gives you lemons, make Lemon-Coconut Cookies! This delightful recipe combines the tangy flavor of fresh lemons with the sweet, tropical taste of coconut for a truly irresistible treat. These cookies are perfect for any occasion, whether you're craving a simple dessert to enjoy with a cup of tea or need a crowd-pleasing option for a party or bake sale.

There's something special about the combination of lemon and coconut that just screams summer. The bright, citrusy flavor of ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • 1 ½ cups sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 ½ cups flour
  • ¾ cup dried unsweetened coconut
  • 1 ½ teaspoons cream of tartar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon lemon zest
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 48
  • Yield: 48 cookies

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Combine butter and sugar in a bowl and beat with an electric mixer until creamy. Add eggs one at a time and beat well after each addition. Mix in lemon juice. Mix flour, coconut, cream of tartar, baking soda, lemon zest, and salt in a separate bowl. Add to butter mixture and beat on low speed until everything is well mixed, about 2 minutes.
  • Drop rounded teaspoonfuls of dough onto 2 ungreased cookie sheets.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until edges are lightly browned, 7 to 10 minutes. Repeat with remaining batter.
  • Nutrition

    95 cal.

    • Total Fat: 5g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 18mg
    • Sodium: 69mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 12g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 4mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 35mg