Imagine biting into a cookie that perfectly balances sweet, nutty, and buttery flavors - a delightful symphony of textures that melts in your mouth. These Coconut Pecan Toffee Cookies are not just a dessert; they're a culinary experience that transforms an ordinary moment into a celebration of pure deliciousness. Whether you're a baking enthusiast or a cookie lover seeking your next obsession, this recipe promises to elevate your home baking game and impress everyone who takes a bite.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 30 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, using an electric mixer on medium speed. This should take about 3-4 minutes.
- Add vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture and mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt to ensure even distribution.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in the shredded coconut and chopped pecans using a spatula, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Gently flatten each cookie ball slightly with the back of a spoon or your fingertips.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Tips
- Ensure your butter is truly softened but not melted for the perfect cookie texture.
- Use room temperature ingredients to help them blend more smoothly.
- Don't overmix the dough - this can make cookies tough instead of tender.
- For uniform cookies, use a cookie scoop to measure consistent portions.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to prevent breaking.
- Toast the pecans briefly before adding to enhance their nutty flavor.
- Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness and soft texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 16g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 13g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 30mg
