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Toasted Coconut Chocolate Chip Cookies

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These chocolate chip cookies have almonds and toasted coconut baked in and extra on top. They’re a twist on a chewy chocolate chip cookie and easy to make.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 3/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut, divided
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/3 cup sliced almonds

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.  Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spread the coconut in an even layer. Bake it until it’s lightly browned, about 10 minutes. Keep an eye on it so it doesn’t burn. Transfer the toasted coconut to a bowl or plate to cool. You can use the same pan to bake the cookies.
  2. Whisk the flour, baking soda, and salt in a medium-sized bowl. In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until creamy.  Beat in the egg and vanilla extract. 
  3. Mix in half of the flour mixture until incorporated, and then add the rest until combined.  Fold in 1 1/2 cups of coconut and all of the chocolate chips and almonds.
  4. Scoop two tablespoons of dough to form each cookie dough ball. Place them two inches apart on the prepared pan. Top each cookie with the remaining toasted coconut and press it gently so it sticks to the dough.
  5. Bake the cookies for 12 to 15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.  Cool them on the baking sheet for 3 to 5 minutes before moving them to a cooling rack.  Once cooled completely, store the cookies in an airtight container.

Notes

The cookies are best enjoyed within two to three days. Store them in an airtight container at room temperature.

You can also freeze the baked cookies for up to one month. To freeze, store them in a single layer in a freezer bag or freezer-safe container. If you want to stack them, use parchment paper between the layers to keep the cookies from sticking.

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