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Lemon Coconut Snowball Cookies

Lemon Coconut Snowball Cookies: Melt-in-Your-Mouth Delights

Lemon Coconut Snowball Cookies are melt-in-your-mouth treats that combine buttery shortbread, fresh lemon zest, and chewy coconut.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 12 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter use room temperature for easy mixing and better texture
  • ¾ cup Confectioner's Sugar this sweet ingredient not only sweetens but also helps create a soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture for the cookies
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest infuses the cookies with a refreshing citrus flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice it amplifies the lemony goodness
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract offers a warm, delightful depth of flavor
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour the foundation for cookie structure—measure by weight for accuracy
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt enhances overall flavor and balances the sweetness of the cookies
  • 1 cup Shredded Unsweetened Coconut adds tasty chewiness
  • ½ cup Confectioner's Sugar for rolling, gives the cookies their captivating, snowy appearance after baking

Equipment

  • electric mixer
  • Mixing bowl
  • Parchment paper
  • Cookie scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cream the Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together the unsalted butter and confectioner's sugar until light and fluffy.
  2. Add Flavorings: Mix in lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until just blended.
  3. Combine Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the all-purpose flour and salt to the wet mixture. Mix until completely combined.
  4. Fold in the Coconut: Gently fold in the shredded unsweetened coconut.
  5. Chill the Dough: Cover the cookie dough tightly and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  6. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  7. Shape the Cookies: Form the chilled dough into 1-inch balls and space them 1 inch apart on the prepared baking sheet.
  8. Bake the Cookies: Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly browned.
  9. Cool the Cookies: Allow the cookies to rest on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes.
  10. Coat in Sugar: Roll the cooled cookies in confectioner's sugar until generously coated.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 30mgPotassium: 20mgSugar: 6gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, ensure accurate measurements and let the ingredients reach room temperature before baking.

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