🍋🥥 Lemon Coconut Sugar Cookies
These Lemon Coconut Sugar Cookies are soft-baked, lightly chewy, and bursting with lemon zest and shredded coconut. They're easy to make and perfect for springtime, tea parties, or anytime you crave a bright, sunny cookie.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Hand or stand mixer
- Baking sheet & parchment paper
- Cookie scoop or tablespoon
- cooling rack
Ingredients
For the Cookies:
- 2 ¾ cups 345g all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup 226g unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ½ cups 300g granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Zest of 2 lemons
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- ¾ cup 60g sweetened shredded coconut
For Rolling (Optional):
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- Extra shredded coconut
Instructions
Preheat & Prep
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Mix Dry Ingredients
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
Cream Butter & Sugar
- In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 2–3 minutes).
Add Egg, Lemon & Vanilla
- Beat in the egg, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until fully combined.
Combine Dry & Wet
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet until just combined. Fold in shredded coconut.
Chill the Dough (Optional)
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes for thicker cookies and easier handling.
Scoop & Roll
- Scoop 1.5 tablespoon-sized portions of dough. Roll into balls, then roll in sugar and/or extra coconut if desired.
Bake
- Place dough balls 2 inches apart on baking sheet. Bake for 10–12 minutes, until edges are just lightly golden. Centers may look soft—don’t overbake.
Cool
- Let cookies rest 5 minutes on the sheet, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
💡 Tips for Success
Use fresh lemon zest for the best citrusy flavor Chill dough for thicker, chewier cookies Want more coconut flavor? Add a dash of coconut extract or top with toasted coconut flakes
Use fresh lemon zest for the best citrusy flavor Chill dough for thicker, chewier cookies Want more coconut flavor? Add a dash of coconut extract or top with toasted coconut flakes