June 15, 2022

True Lemon Crispy Coconut Cookies

True Lemon Crispy Coconut Cookies

Category

Desserts

Servings

10

Prep Time

1 hour

True Lemon is an essential ingredient in these tangy and tropical-tasting cookies.


Author:
True Citrus
True Lemon Crispy Coconut Cookies

Ingredients

  • 1 c

    butter, softened

  • 1 c

    confectioners sugar, sifted

  • 2 1/2 c

    flour, sifted

  • 1/4 tsp

    salt

  • 1 tsp

    vanilla and/or almond extract

  • 1/2 c

    sweetened flaked coconut

  • 2

    packets True Lemon

  • 1 tbsp

    sugar

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 400-425 degrees F.
  2. In a medium sized bowl,combine all ingredients, except for 1 packet of True Lemon, and the 1 tablespoon of sugar.
  3. Shape into long log, about 1.5 to 2in diameter.
  4. Wrap in plastic wrap, chill until firm (about 1 hour).
  5. Slice into thin cookies(about 1/4 to 1/8 inch thick).
  6. Bake in ovenfor 8-10 minutes, or longer if you like them extra crispy!
  7. Meanwhile, combine reserved packet of True Lemon with 1 tablespoon of sugar. Sprinkle over the cookies immediately after removing them from the oven.
  8. Let cookies cool, then serve!

Recipe Notes

A great variation is to add 2 tablespoons of cocoa to the dough, and substitute True Orange for the True Lemon. Submitted by Carolyn.