Coconut Date Cookies: A Chewy, Nutty Treat You’ll Love
Coconut Date Cookies are a delightful combination of chewy oats, sweet dates, crunchy nuts, and tropical coconut, all baked into a soft, comforting treat. Perfect for family gatherings or as a snack, these cookies are easy to make and filled with wholesome ingredients.
Ingredients
- 2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp. baking powder
- 1 tsp. baking soda
- 1 tsp. sea salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened (2 sticks)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
- 2 cups quick-cooking oats or old-fashioned oats
- 1 cup sweetened flaked coconut
- 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
- 8 oz. bag chopped dates
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, use a mixer to beat the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Fold in Add-Ins: Stir in oats, coconut, nuts, and chopped dates with a spatula until evenly distributed.
- Shape Cookies: Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the baking sheets, leaving 2 inches between each cookie. Flatten slightly.
- Bake: Bake for 10–12 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
- Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack.
Nutrition
Calories: 150kcal
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