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Lemon Coconut Cheesecake Cookies


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  • Author: anna
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delicious fusion of tangy lemon, creamy cheesecake, and delightful coconut, these cookies are quick and easy to make.


Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup shredded coconut
  • 1/4 cup lemon curd
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cream together butter and sugar until fluffy.
  3. Mix in cream cheese and vanilla until well blended.
  4. Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
  5. Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet ingredients.
  6. Fold in coconut, lemon zest, and lemon curd.
  7. Drop spoonfuls onto a baking sheet.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden.
  9. Cool completely before serving.

Notes

For dairy-free, substitute cream cheese with a dairy-free variant and use coconut oil instead of butter.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 160
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 100mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg