Description
These Lemon Coconut Cheesecake Cookies are a creamy, tropical dream that will brighten your day with their perfect balance of sweetness and zest. The rich cream cheese base is complemented by fresh lemon zest and shredded coconut, creating a light yet indulgent treat. Whether for a special occasion or an everyday snack, these cookies are sure to impress with their delightful tropical flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent the cookies from sticking.
- Make the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, cream cheese, and sugar together until fluffy and smooth.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Add the egg, lemon zest, and vanilla extract to the mixture. Beat until well combined.
- Add the Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the flour, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the dough.
- Fold in Coconut: Gently fold in the shredded coconut to the dough, ensuring it’s evenly distributed throughout.
- Scoop and Bake: Scoop the dough onto the lined baking sheet, spacing the cookies about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are golden brown.
- Cool and Enjoy: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before enjoying.
Notes
- If you prefer a stronger lemon flavor, feel free to add more lemon zest to taste.
- You can experiment by adding white chocolate chips or macadamia nuts for a different flavor combination.
- For a chewier texture, underbake the cookies slightly, leaving them soft in the center.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg