Lemon Coconut Heaven Cookies
Lemon Coconut Heaven Cookies are soft, buttery cookies layered with a tangy lemon-coconut filling and topped with a sprinkle of coconut. Perfectly balanced between tart and sweet, they’re a delightful treat for gatherings, bake sales, or cozy afternoons.
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Ingredients
For the cookie base:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- ½ cup cold butter cubed
For the lemon coconut filling:
- 3 large eggs
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- ¼ cup shredded coconut plus extra for topping
- ½ tsp vanilla extract optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment. Mix flour and powdered sugar, then cut in the cold butter until crumbly.
- Form dough into 1-inch balls. Flatten slightly and place on the sheet. Bake 10–12 minutes, until edges are golden. Cool completely.
- Whisk eggs and sugar until smooth. Add flour, baking powder, lemon juice, coconut, and vanilla if using. Stir until combined.
- Pour into a saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring until thick and custard-like. Remove from heat and let cool.
- Spoon filling on the flat side of one cookie and sandwich with another. Sprinkle tops with shredded coconut for garnish.