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Lemon Coconut Cheesecake Cookies

Lemon Coconut Cheesecake Cookies: A Tropical Treat Delight

These Lemon Coconut Cheesecake Cookies blend zesty lemon and creamy coconut flavors for a sweet, tangy treat that's quick to prepare.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour can swap with gluten-free flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar consider using coconut sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder ensure it’s fresh
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt sea salt adds a gourmet touch
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter can replace with vegan butter
  • 8 ounces cream cheese opt for dairy-free for vegan
  • 1 large egg or use a flax egg
  • 2 tablespoons lemon zest key for flavor
  • 1 cup shredded coconut use sweetened or unsweetened
For the Topping
  • 1 cup powdered sugar for dusting
  • 1/2 cup toasted coconut flakes for crunch

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • hand mixer
  • Baking Sheet
  • parchment paper
  • whisk
  • Cookie Scoop

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened unsalted butter and cream cheese until smooth and fluffy.
  3. Add in the granulated sugar and mix until light and airy.
  4. Add one egg and mix well, then fold in lemon zest.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt, then gradually mix into wet ingredients.
  6. Fold in shredded coconut until evenly distributed.
  7. Drop mounds of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  9. Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  10. Dust with powdered sugar and sprinkle with toasted coconut flakes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 70mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor and adjust baking time as needed based on your oven.

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