These Chocolate Chip Coconut Cookies combine the classic comfort of chocolate chip cookies with the tropical sweetness of coconut. The result is a chewy, buttery cookie with crisp edges and a soft center that's studded with melty chocolate chips and toasted coconut flakes. Perfect for bake sales, after-school treats, or simply enjoying with a glass of milk.
These Chocolate Chip Coconut Cookies come together quickly with simple pantry ingredients. The key to their perfect texture is not overmixing the dough and slightly underbaking them. Follow these steps for cookies with crisp edges and soft, chewy centers.
For a variation, try using dark chocolate chips instead of semi-sweet, or add 1/2 cup of chopped macadamia nuts for extra crunch and tropical flavor. For a more pronounced coconut flavor, you can toast the coconut flakes in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes before adding to the dough.