Coconut Chocolate Chip Cookies

The Ultimate Coconut Twist on a Classic Chocolate Chip Cookie

You know me—I can’t resist a good chocolate chip cookie! And today’s recipe is bringing a tropical breeze into my kitchen with chewy Coconut Chocolate Chip Cookies! They're golden at the edges, soft in the center, and studded with melty chocolate chips and toasted coconut flakes. The coconut adds the most incredible nutty-sweet flavor and a perfect little chew that makes every bite unforgettable. These cookies vanished from my cooling rack in no time—honestly, I blinked and they were gone!

Curious what makes this batch extra special?

If you’ve been loving my cookie adventures, especially my Soft Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies, you're in for a treat—this is recipe number 12 in my chocolate chip cookie series!

🍪 Scroll to the bottom of the post for the full collection and find your next cookie obsession. And hey, if you're looking for a sweet reason to bake, mark your calendar for August 4th—National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day! It’s the perfect excuse to whip up a batch (or two) and share the chocolatey coconut joy.

🥘 Ingredients

• All-purpose flour
• Baking soda – helps the cookies spread and brown beautifully
• Baking powder – gives the cookies a little lift and keeps them from going flat
• Salt
• Unsalted butter, softened – makes it easy to cream with the sugars for a tender, chewy texture
• Granulated sugar
• Light brown sugar – or use dark brown for a deeper molasses flavor, or golden sugar for a mild caramel note
• Large egg
• Vanilla extract
• Chocolate chips – semi-sweet, milk, or dark—whatever your cookie mood calls for!
• Shredded coconut – toast it first to bring out its nutty, irresistible flavor!

See the recipe card for quantities.

🔪 Instructions

Step 1: Preheat & Prep

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• If you haven’t toasted your shredded coconut yet, now’s the time! Spread it out on a baking sheet and toast for 3–5 minutes, stirring once or twice, until golden and fragrant. Let it cool completely before using.

Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients

• In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt until well combined. Set aside for now.

Step 3: Cream the Butter & Sugars

• In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter with granulated sugar and your choice of brown sugar until the mixture is light, fluffy, and dreamy—about 2 to 3 minutes.

Step 4: Add the Egg & Vanilla

• Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until everything is smooth and well combined. You’ll start to see that lovely cookie dough magic happening!

Step 5: Add Dry Ingredients & Fold in the Goodies

• Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, just until combined—don’t overmix!
• Gently fold in the toasted shredded coconut and chocolate chips. You can already smell the deliciousness, right?

Step 6: Chill the Dough

• Cover the bowl and pop it in the fridge for at least 1 hour (or up to 24 hours if you’ve got the time and patience—your cookies will be even thicker and chewier!).

Step 7: Scoop & Bake

• Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto your prepared baking sheet, leaving a bit of room to spread.
• Bake for 10–12 minutes, until the edges are golden and the centers are still soft and a little gooey (yes please!).

Step 8: Cool & Enjoy

• Let your cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes—then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely... or grab one while it's still warm and melty. I won’t judge!

🌴 How to Toast Shredded Coconut

Toasting coconut is super easy—and so worth it for that rich, nutty flavor! Just spread the shredded coconut in an even layer on a baking sheet and bake at 325°F (160°C) for about 5–8 minutes, stirring once or twice. Keep a close eye on it—it can go from golden to burnt real fast! Let it cool completely before adding it to your cookie dough.

🔥 Stovetop Toasting Option

No oven? No problem! Toss the shredded coconut into a dry skillet over medium heat and stir constantly for about 3–5 minutes until it turns golden and fragrant. It toasts fast, so don’t walk away! Let it cool before using.

🍽 Equipment

• Hand or Stand mixer
• Whisk
• Mixing bowl
• Baking sheets lined with parchment paper
• Cookie scoop (small)
• Cooling rack
• Cookie jar

🍪 Storing Your Coconut Chocolate Chip Cookies

Once cooled, store your cookies in an airtight container at room temperature—they’ll stay soft and delicious for up to 4–5 days (if they last that long!). You can also pop a slice of bread into the container to keep them extra chewy. Cookie magic! ✨

❄️ How to Freeze (Dough or Baked!)

Want to save some cookie joy for later? You’ve got options:

To freeze the dough:
Scoop the dough into balls and place them on a baking sheet. Freeze until solid, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag or container. Bake straight from frozen—just add an extra 1–2 minutes to the bake time!

To freeze baked cookies:
Let them cool completely, then freeze in a single layer or with parchment between layers in an airtight container. Let thaw at room temp or warm them up in the oven for a few minutes to get those melty chocolate chips back in action.

🍪 One Last Tip Before You Bake…

Wondering which cookie scoop to use for the perfect size and bake time? I’ve got you covered! I’m working on a handy little Cookie Scoop Size Guide to help you get consistent, bakery-style results every time. Stay tuned—it’ll be up on the blog soon! 💛

Until then, trust your instincts, bake with love, and maybe keep a few cookies hidden just for you. 😉

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📖 Recipe

⛑️ Food Safety

• Cook to a minimum temperature of 165 °F (74 °C)
• Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat
• Wash hands after touching raw meat
• Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
• Never leave cooking food unattended
• Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
• Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove

For further information, check Safe Food Handling - FDA.