Imagine biting into a cookie so irresistibly delicious that it instantly transports you to a world of pure culinary happiness! These Chocolate Chip and Coconut Oatmeal Cookies are not just another sweet treat - they're a magical combination of chewy oats, rich chocolate, and tropical coconut that will make your taste buds dance with joy. Whether you're a baking novice or a seasoned pro, this recipe promises to deliver cookies so amazing, they'll become an instant family favorite and have everyone begging for more!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Total Time: 22 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 36 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup shredded coconut
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the two large eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, stir in the teaspoon of vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, combine the rolled oats, all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Mix well to ensure the dry ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in the chocolate chips and shredded coconut using a spatula or wooden spoon, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie to allow for spreading.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers appear set. The cookies will continue to firm up as they cool.
- Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
- Enjoy your delicious Chocolate Chip and Coconut Oatmeal Cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite beverage!
Tips
- Ensure your butter is truly softened, but not melted, for the perfect cookie texture.
- Don't overmix the dough - this can lead to tough, dense cookies.
- Use a cookie scoop for uniform size and even baking.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to prevent breaking.
- For extra chewiness, slightly underbake the cookies and let them finish setting on the hot baking sheet.
- Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to 5 days.
- For best results, use room temperature eggs and fresh ingredients.
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking for thicker, more structured cookies.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 150kcal
Carbohydrates: 18g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 25mg
