Description
Indulge in the tropical delight of Lemon Coconut Cheesecake Cookies, where creamy cheesecake flavors meet zesty lemon and sweet coconut. These soft, chewy cookies are perfect for any occasion, from casual family gatherings to festive celebrations. Their bright, refreshing taste is sure to impress friends and family alike. With just a few simple ingredients and easy steps, you’ll be able to whip up a batch that feels like sunshine in every bite. Enjoy them on their own or with a side of fresh fruit or whipped cream for an elevated dessert experience!
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, beat softened butter, cream cheese, and sugar until fluffy.
- Add the egg, lemon zest, and vanilla extract; mix until smooth.
- Gradually incorporate all-purpose flour until just combined.
- Fold in shredded coconut evenly throughout the dough.
- Drop tablespoon-sized portions onto the prepared baking sheet with space between each cookie.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (26g)
- Calories: 109
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg