Coconut Thumbprint Cookies

Table of Contents

1. Jeweled Coconut Drops Ingredients
2. Substitutions And Additions
3. How To Make This Coconut Thumbprint Cookies Recipe
4. How To Serve
5. Storing These Jeweled Coconut Drops
6. Why We Love This Recipe
7. More Recipes You’ll Love
8. JUMP TO RECIPE
9. Even More Recipes You’ll Love

These gorgeous coconut thumbprint cookies are the perfect treat for any occasion. The shredded coconut provides a chewy texture on the outside, while dollops of strawberry jam add a sweet yet tangy flavor that provides the perfect balance for this recipe.

Jeweled Coconut Drops Ingredients

These thumbprint cookies combine a buttery and slightly tangy cookie base infused with almond extract and orange juice, creating a flavorful foundation.

The star of these cookies is the generous layer of sweetened coconut flakes, providing a sweet and chewy tropical essence.

Complementing the coconut, a dollop of seedless strawberry jam adds a fruity burst of sweetness.

Substitutions And Additions

JAM: You can use any type of jam in your cookies. My favorite is strawberry, but you could try using grape, raspberry, peach, or apricot.

You can use store-bought or homemade jam. Seedless jam is the best choice, but any jam will work in a pinch.

CHERRIES: You could also substitute halved green or red candied cherries for the seedless fruit jam/preserves, making these very festive. 

CHOPPED NUTS: Pecans, almonds, or macadamia nuts are excellent options to mix into your cookie dough.

EXTRACTS: While almond extract adds a distinctive flavor to the cookies.

Vanilla extract, coconut extract, or even a touch of citrus zest (like lemon or orange) can lend a delightful twist to the jeweled coconut drops.

How To Make This Coconut Thumbprint Cookies Recipe

Let’s have a look at the step-by-step instructions for making these delectable cookies.

STEP ONE: In a small mixing bowl, whisk the flour and baking powder. Set flour mixture aside.

STEP TWO: Using a medium-sized mixing bowl and a handheld mixer on medium-high speed, cream butter, and cream cheese for 30 seconds.

STEP THREE: Add sugar to the creamed mixture and continue mixing on medium-high for another 30 seconds.

STEP FOUR: Lower the mixer to low speed and add the orange juice, almond extract, and egg yolk. Mix until completely combined.

STEP FIVE: Add in the dry ingredients and continue to mix on low just until well incorporated.

STEP SIX: Fold in the three cups of coconut flakes. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.

STEP SEVEN: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside.

STEP EIGHT: Add the remaining 1½ cups coconut flakes to a small mixing bowl and set it aside.

STEP NINE: Using a one-tablespoon cookie scoop, scoop out the cookie dough. Roll the scooped cookie dough into a ball.

STEP TEN: Roll the cookie dough ball in the coconut flakes. 

STEP ELEVEN: Place the rolled dough balls on the prepared baking sheet two inches apart.

STEP TWELVE: Using the end of a mixing spoon handle, carefully press into the center of each ball. Be careful not to flatten the dough balls.

STEP THIRTEEN: Bake for 12 to 14 minutes. The center will seem just a bit wet, and the coconut will be slightly golden to light brown. 

STEP FOURTEEN: Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to sit for one to two minutes. 

STEP FIFTEEN: Using a slightly larger handle, carefully press the center of the cookie. 

STEP SIXTEEN: Spoon in a half teaspoon of the seedless strawberry jam into the depressed cookie center.

STEP SEVENTEEN: Allow the cookies to cool completely before serving.

How To Serve

These golden coconut drops are so pretty and would be the star of any dessert tray or potluck table.

Create a variety of treats, including our lemon meltaway cookies and blueberry cookies to share.

Take your dessert game to the next level by using these cookies to make ice cream sandwiches.

Simply sandwich a scoop of your favorite ice cream between two cookies and roll the edges in shredded coconut for extra indulgence.

Our thumbprint cookies and cherry cheesecake cookies are two more treats that feature a pop of fruity color on top.

Storing These Jeweled Coconut Drops

Here’s a guide on how to ensure these cookies stay delicious.

MAKING AHEAD: You can prepare the cookie dough and shape the cookies. Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before baking.

When you’re ready to bake, simply take them out, let them sit at room temperature for a few minutes to soften slightly, and then follow the baking instructions as usual.

ON THE COUNTER: Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for three days. 

IN THE FRIDGE: You can store the cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

IN THE FREEZER: These can also be frozen for up to two months. Allow them to completely thaw before serving,

Why We Love This Recipe

BUTTERY AND TENDER: The cookie base is incredibly tender and buttery, with a subtle hint of almond and orange.

PERFECT FOR GIFTING: These cookies are not only delicious but also visually appealing. They make fantastic gifts for friends and family.

EASY TO MAKE: The recipe provides step-by-step instructions that are easy to follow, even for novice bakers. With minimal ingredients and straightforward techniques, you can whip up a batch of these delightful cookies in no time.

Sweet and crunchy, these coconut thumbprint cookies have everything you want in a delicious cookie. The soft cookies are covered in tasty coconut, and the brightly-colored jam centers offer a delightful fruit flavor to your cookies.

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