Lemon Coconut Cheesecake Cookies: The Best Indulgent Treat
These Lemon Coconut Cheesecake Cookies are a delightful blend of creamy cheesecake and zesty lemon, perfect for indulgent snacking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, coconut, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat together the cream cheese, egg, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth.
- Gradually mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until well combined.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let cool on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, top with a lemon glaze.
- Store in an airtight container for up to one week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg