Tropical Crinkle Cookies (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Cookie Dough
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2¼ cups (270g) all-purpose flour, (stir, spoon, & level)
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1 tsp baking powder
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½ tsp salt
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½ cup (113g) butter (1 stick), soft/room temperature
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1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
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½ cup (60g) sweetened shredded coconut
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2 large eggs
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1 tsp key lime zest
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¼ cup (59ml) key lime juice
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1 tsp coconut extract
→ Coating
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½ cup (60g) powdered sugar
# Instructions:
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Heat your oven to 350°F. Line a couple of baking sheets with silicone mats or parchment paper so your cookies don't stick.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined. Set aside for now.
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In the bowl of a stand mixer with the paddle attachment, beat the butter, granulated sugar, and shredded coconut together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
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Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Then add the key lime zest, key lime juice, and coconut extract. Mix until everything is well combined. The mixture might look a bit curdled - that's normal!
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With the mixer on low speed, gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients. Mix just until combined - don't overmix. The dough will be thick and a little sticky.
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Pour the powdered sugar into a small bowl. Using a small cookie scoop (about 1½ tablespoons of dough), scoop balls of dough and drop them directly into the powdered sugar.
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Roll each dough ball in powdered sugar until completely coated. Place on your prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart - they'll spread a bit while baking.
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Bake for 9-11 minutes, just until the cookies are puffy and the edges feel firm to the touch. The centers will still be soft, and they'll continue cooking on the hot pan.
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Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. The crinkle effect will become more pronounced as they cool.
# Notes:
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For the best flavor, try to use fresh key lime juice rather than bottled.
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The cookies will be soft in the center when done - they'll firm up as they cool.
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If you have trouble with the dough sticking to your hands, chill it for 30 minutes first.