Irresistible Lemon Coconut Cheesecake Cookies You Can’t Resist
A delightful treat that combines the tangy flavor of lemon with the richness of cheesecake and the sweetness of coconut.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 12 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix the cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Add the egg, lemon juice, and vanilla extract to the mixture and stir well.
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour, salt, and baking powder.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, then fold in the shredded coconut.
- Drop spoonfuls of the batter onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow to cool before serving.
Notes
- For extra lemon flavor, add lemon zest to the batter.
- These cookies can be served chilled for a refreshing taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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