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Coconut Oatmeal Pecan Cookies

These delightful cookies combine chewy oats, rich pecans, and sweet coconut for a comforting treat perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 175
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup butter (room temperature) Creamy and rich, provides the base for cookie dough.
  • ¼ cup brown sugar (dark is preferred) Adds deep caramel flavor.
  • ¾ cup white sugar Adds sweetness and light, crispy texture.
  • 2 large eggs (room temp) Bind the ingredients together.
  • 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract Elevates the flavor profile.
Dry Ingredients
  • 1 ¼ cup flour (or GF flour blended with xanthan gum) Provides structure to the cookies.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Crucial leavening agent for rise.
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon Adds warmth and spice.
  • ½ teaspoon salt Enhances flavors.
Mix-ins
  • 2 ½ cups old-fashioned oats Offers a chewy texture.
  • 1 cup unsweetened coconut flakes or shredded coconut Adds tropical flair.
  • ½ cup pecans (chopped fine) Provides crunch and rich flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, beat the butter, brown sugar, and white sugar until smooth and creamy.
  3. Incorporate the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until fluffy.
  4. In another bowl, whisk the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt together.
  5. Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients on low speed until just combined.
  6. Fold in the oats, coconut, and chopped pecans until evenly dispersed.
  7. Using a spoon, form dough balls about 2 tablespoons each, place on the baking sheet, and flatten slightly.
Baking
  1. Bake the cookies for about 12 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges and still chewy in the center.
  2. Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Use room temperature butter for the best creaming results. Consider using toasted coconut for extra flavor. Feel free to add chocolate chips or dried fruit as desired.