Description
Delight in these chewy Chocolate Chunk Oatmeal Coconut Cookies, combining the wholesome texture of old fashioned oats and shredded coconut with rich, melty chocolate chunks. Perfectly sweetened and baked to golden perfection, these cookies offer a satisfying treat that’s both comforting and indulgent.
Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter at room temperature
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 6 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 1/4 cups old fashioned oats
- 1 1/2 cups shredded coconut
Add-ins
- 11.5 oz chocolate chunks
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350ºF (175ºC) to prepare for baking the cookies.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a stand mixer or with a hand mixer, beat the unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, which usually takes a few minutes.
- Add Eggs: Add the eggs one at a time to the creamed butter and sugar, beating well after each addition to ensure a smooth batter.
- Incorporate Vanilla and Leavening Agents: Beat in the vanilla extract, salt, and baking soda into the wet mixture until combined evenly.
- Add Flour: Gradually add the all-purpose flour and beat just until incorporated. If using a hand mixer, switch to stirring with a spatula after this step to avoid overmixing.
- Combine Oats and Coconut: Stir in the old fashioned oats and shredded coconut by hand with a spatula to make sure they blend thoroughly with the dough.
- Add Chocolate Chunks: Fold in the chocolate chunks gently until they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Portion Dough: Using a 1/4 cup scoop, place the cookie dough onto a greased or parchment-lined cookie sheet, spacing the cookies at least 3 inches apart to allow for spreading (about 6 cookies per sheet).
- Bake Cookies: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes or until the edges are set and lightly golden.
- Cool Cookies: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, helping them to firm up and develop their full texture.
Notes
- For best texture, use old fashioned rolled oats rather than quick oats.
- Shredded coconut adds chewiness; unsweetened or sweetened can be used based on preference.
- Ensure butter is at room temperature for easier creaming.
- Do not overmix after adding flour to keep cookies tender.
- Cookies freeze well, so consider storing extras in an airtight container or freezer bag.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Chocolate Chunk Cookies, Oatmeal Cookies, Coconut Cookies, Homemade Cookies, Chewy Cookies, Chocolate Chunk Oatmeal Coconut Cookies
