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Hawaiian Pineapple Coconut Thumbprint Cookies


  • Author: chefcletus
  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Deliciously warm and buttery cookies filled with tropical pineapple jam and enhanced with shredded coconut, perfect for any occasion.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup shredded coconut
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup pineapple jam

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
  2. Cream the butter and sugars in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
  4. Combine the flour, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl, then gradually add to the wet ingredients.
  5. Fold in the shredded coconut until evenly distributed.
  6. Shape the dough into balls and place on the prepared baking sheet. Use your thumb to make an indention in each cookie.
  7. Fill each thumbprint with pineapple jam generously.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
  9. Cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

Ensure butter is softened for optimal creaming. Avoid overmixing the dough to keep cookies tender.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Hawaiian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 80mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg

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