Coconut cookies

Delicious Coconut Cookies

Coconut cookies are a perfect choice for a quick and tasty snack, ideal to be enjoyed alongside a cup of tea or coffee. This simple and delicious recipe, with a preparation time of just 20 minutes and a baking time of approximately 12-15 minutes, will bring a fragrant delight to your table. The recipe yields about 20 servings, enough to share the joy with loved ones.

Ingredients:
- 140 g margarine
- 140 g lard
- 140 g sugar
- 3 eggs
- Flour as needed (approximately 300 g)
- Essences (vanilla or almond, to taste)
- 100 g coconut (for decoration and in the mixture)
- Baking paper
- Oil for greasing

Step by step preparation:

1. Preparing the ingredients: Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature. This will help in homogenizing the mixture. Measure 140 g of margarine and lard and place them in a large bowl.

2. Mixing the ingredients: Add the sugar over the margarine and lard. Use a mixer or spatula to mix the ingredients until you obtain a creamy mixture. Add the 3 eggs, mixing well after each addition. Then, pour in the chosen essence and mix again.

3. Incorporating the flour: Start adding flour gradually, mixing with a spatula. The flour should be added until you obtain a dough that is easy to shape. The dough should not be too sticky, so adjust the amount of flour according to the desired texture.

4. Adding the coconut: Incorporate 50 g of coconut into the dough to add flavor, while the remaining 50 g will be used for decoration.

5. Shaping the cookies: On a floured surface, roll out the dough to a thickness of about 2 cm. Use cookie cutters or a glass to cut the dough into desired shapes.

6. Preparing the baking tray: Place baking paper in the baking tray and grease it with a little oil to prevent the cookies from sticking.

7. Placing the cookies: Arrange the cut cookies on the tray, leaving a small space between them. Beat an egg and brush each cookie with a kitchen brush, then sprinkle the remaining coconut on top.

8. Baking: Preheat the oven to 180°C and bake the cookies for 12-15 minutes, or until they become slightly golden at the edges, but do not let them brown too much.

9. Cooling and serving: After removing them from the oven, let the cookies cool in the tray for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a rack to cool completely.

Serving suggestion: These coconut cookies are excellent when served warm, alongside a cup of black tea or a fragrant coffee. You can also add a teaspoon of fruit jam for a sweet-sour contrast.

Possible variations: You can add chopped chocolate or candied fruits to the dough for an even richer taste. Also, by replacing coconut with ground almonds, you can achieve an equally delicious version with a different flavor.

Enjoy these coconut cookies, which are not only easy to prepare but also extremely tasty!