Description
Dolly Parton Coconut Cookies with Lemon Glaze are a delightful fusion of chewy coconut and zesty lemon, making them the perfect treat for any occasion. These easy-to-make cookies fill your kitchen with an irresistible aroma and brighten up your dessert table with their vibrant glaze. Ideal for sharing at gatherings or enjoying as a sweet snack, each bite offers a tender texture and refreshing flavor that will leave everyone wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs, at room temperature
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in lemon juice, zest, and shredded coconut until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder. Gradually add to wet ingredients until just combined.
- Drop dough onto prepared sheets about two inches apart. Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden brown.
- While cooling on wire racks, whisk powdered sugar and lemon juice for glaze. Drizzle over cooled cookies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg