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Coconetes, Conconetes, o Masitas (Dominican Rustic Coconut Cookies)

These Coconetes are a delightful treat! Rich in flavor with chewy coconut, they capture the essence of comfort.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Servings: 24 servings

Ingredients

For the Cookies:

  • 1 cup All-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt just a pinch
  • 1 cup Brown sugar
  • ½ cup Salted or unsalted butter room temperature
  • 2 medium Eggs
  • 1 cup Coarsely grated coconut preferably fresh

Instructions

Baking Instructions:

  • Step 1: Preheat the Oven
    Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Step 2: Prepare the Baking Tray
    Grease your baking tray with salted or unsalted butter.
  • Step 3: Mix Dry Ingredients
    In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, baking soda, cinnamon powder, and salt. Whisk until well combined.
  • Step 4: Cream Butter and Sugar
    Cream together brown sugar and butter until light and fluffy.
  • Step 5: Incorporate Eggs
    Add in eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  • Step 6: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
    Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
  • Step 7: Fold in Coconut
    Fold in the grated coconut evenly throughout the dough.
  • Step 8: Scoop the Dough
    Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking tray, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  • Step 9: Bake
    Bake for about 12-15 minutes, until edges are lightly golden.
  • Step 10: Cool
    Let the cookies cool on the tray for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Equipment

  • Baking tray
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Grater
  • Oven mitts

Notes

  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
  • For longer storage, freeze cookies for up to three months.
  • To reheat, warm in a preheated oven at 300°F (150°C) for 5-7 minutes.