Description
Delightful coconut biscuits blend tropical sweetness with buttery crunch, creating a melt-in-your-mouth treat perfect for afternoon tea. Crisp edges and tender centers invite you to savor each delectable bite of this simple yet irresistible island-inspired delight.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 120 grams (1 cup) desiccated coconut
- 200 grams (1 cup) raw (golden) caster sugar
- 150 grams (1 cup) plain flour
Binding Ingredients:
- 125 grams (1/2 cup) butter
- 2 eggs
Leavening Agent:
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 180°C (360°F) and cover a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Gently melt butter and allow it to cool to room temperature.
- Create a uniform mixture by combining all ingredients, stirring carefully to prevent overmixing.
- Shape the dough into small spheres approximately 2cm in diameter.
- Arrange the dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring adequate spacing between each one.
- Use moistened fingers or a fork to delicately press down on each ball, creating a slightly flattened surface.
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, watching for a golden-brown coloration around the edges.
- Remove from oven and allow biscuits to rest on the tray for a few minutes to stabilize their structure.
- Transfer the coconut biscuits to a cooling rack to complete the cooling process and achieve optimal texture.
Notes
- Softening butter beforehand ensures smooth mixing and consistent texture throughout the biscuits.
- Use unsweetened shredded coconut for a more authentic and less sweet flavor profile.
- For gluten-free version, substitute wheat flour with almond or coconut flour to maintain similar consistency.
- Chilling dough for 15 minutes before baking helps prevent spreading and maintains biscuit shape during cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 181 kcal
- Sugar: 13 g
- Sodium: 77 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 28 mg