Description
Indulge in these decadent Chocolate Chip Coconut Sandwich Cookies that are a perfect combination of chewy, crunchy, and creamy. These cookies are a delightful treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Cookies:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
Filling:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream butter and sugars: In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add vanilla.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until fully combined.
- Add mix-ins: Fold in chocolate chips and shredded coconut.
- Bake: Drop tablespoon-sized scoops of dough onto the baking sheets, spacing 2 inches apart. Bake for 9–11 minutes or until golden brown at the edges.
- Cool and assemble: Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. To make the filling, beat together the softened butter, powdered sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla extract until fluffy and smooth. Once cookies are completely cool, spread or pipe a layer of filling on the flat side of one cookie and top with another to make a sandwich. Repeat with remaining cookies.
Notes
- Toast the shredded coconut for a richer flavor.
- Add a pinch of sea salt to the filling for contrast.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer shelf life.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich cookie
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 160 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg
