Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup dried tart cherries
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
10-12 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Stir in the shredded coconut and dried cherries.
- Drop the dough by rounded tablespoons onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
- Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 200
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Protein: 2g
Dish Characteristics:
- Chewy and soft
- Sweet and tart
- Topped with shredded coconut and dried cherries
- Perfect for dessert or a snack
User Comments:
"These cookies are amazing! The combination of coconut and cherries is perfect." - Sarah B.
"I love the chewy texture and the slightly tart cherries." - John R.
"These are my new favorite cookies! They're so easy to make and they taste delicious." - Mary S.
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use unsweetened shredded coconut to avoid overly sweet cookies.
- If you don't have dried cherries, you can substitute other dried fruit, such as cranberries or raisins.
- Let the cookies cool completely before storing them in an airtight container.
