Swedish Coconut Cookies

Swedish Coconut Cookies
4.5 (2 ratings)
These coconut cookies have a light, airy, lacy texture that are perfect for holiday parties or a delicious sweet "just because" treat. — Angela CarlosFor more great recipes like this one, visit, Moore or Less Cooking.
Servings
1
coconut cookies
Ingredients
  • 3 1/2 cup flour
  • 2 cup sugar
  • 2 cup butter, softened
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1 cup sweetened flaked coconut
Directions
  1. Combine all ingredients except coconut in large bowl. Beat at low speed with a hand mixer, scraping bowl often, until well mixed. Stir in coconut.
  2. Divide dough in half; shape each half into a 12 by 2-inch log. Wrap each log in plastic food wrap; refrigerate for at least 2 hours until firm. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  3. Cut logs into ¼-inch slices. Place 2 inches apart onto parchment lined cookie sheets. Bake 10 to 14 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Cool 1 minute on cookie sheet; remove to cooling rack.