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Easy Coconut Pecan Cookies Recipe – Chewy Homemade Brown Butter Dessert

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Coconut Pecan Cookies are a delightful treat that combines the rich flavor of brown butter, the crunch of pecans, and the sweetness of shredded coconut.

  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: About 18 cookies

Ingredients

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  • ½ cup (113.5 g) unsalted butter, browned and cooled
  • 1⅓ cups (166.67 g) all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground cardamom
  • ¾ cup (150 g) brown sugar, packed
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ⅔ cup (62 g) unsweetened shredded coconut
  • ⅔ cup (72.67 g) chopped pecans

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Brown the butter in a skillet over medium-low heat, stirring constantly until nutty and golden. Remove and cool.
  3. Whisk flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and cardamom in a bowl.
  4. Mix cooled brown butter with brown sugar until smooth. Add egg and vanilla.
  5. Combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed. Fold in coconut and pecans.
  6. Scoop dough onto baking sheet, spacing 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake 9–12 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
  8. Cool on pan before transferring to rack.

Notes

  • Do not burn the butter while browning.
  • Chilling butter slightly helps speed cooling if needed.
  • Store in airtight container for freshness.
  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian