Swedish Coconut Cookies

4.5 from 2 ratings

These coconut cookies have a light, airy, lacy texture that are perfect for holiday parties or a delicious sweet "just because" treat. — Angela CarlosFor more great recipes like this one, visit, Moore or Less Cooking.

Servings

servings

Ingredients

3 1/2 cup flour
2 cup sugar
2 cup butter, softened
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 cup sweetened flaked coconut

Directions

Combine all ingredients except coconut in large bowl. Beat at low speed with a hand mixer, scraping bowl often, until well mixed. Stir in coconut.
Divide dough in half; shape each half into a 12 by 2-inch log. Wrap each log in plastic food wrap; refrigerate for at least 2 hours until firm. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
Cut logs into ¼-inch slices. Place 2 inches apart onto parchment lined cookie sheets. Bake 10 to 14 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Cool 1 minute on cookie sheet; remove to cooling rack.