Description
Rich, chewy cookies made with melted bittersweet chocolate and sweetened flaked coconut. These American treats balance deep chocolate flavor and tropical sweetness with a crunchy exterior and fudgy center.
Ingredients
7 oz bittersweet chocolate, chopped (70% cocoa recommended)
2/3 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup cocoa powder (non-alkalized)
3 large egg whites
1/4 tsp salt
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 tsp coconut extract (optional)
2 1/2 cups sweetened flaked coconut (or unsweetened + 2 tbsp sugar)
Instructions
Melt 5 oz chocolate in a microwave or double boiler
Cool chocolate mixture to room temperature for 20 minutes
Chop remaining 2 oz chocolate and set in a fine mesh sieve
Whisk sugar and cocoa until smooth
Whisk in egg whites until frothy
Add salt, vanilla, and coconut extract
Mix in cooled chocolate
Fold in chopped coconut and drained chocolate pieces
Chill dough for 30 minutes
Portion dough using a tablespoon onto non-stick liners
Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 12-15 minutes
Notes
Use non-stick baking liners for shape retention
Chilling ensures firm cookie structure
Upper-middle rack promotes even browning
Optional coconut extract enhances tropical notes
Store in airtight container for up to 5 days
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg