Pina Colada Cookies: A Tropical Treat

For a taste of summer all year round, nothing beats a tray of homemade Pina Colada Cookies. This sweet and coconutty treat is sure to whisk you away to a Caribbean paradise with each bite. Plus, the tropical flavors make it a great treat to transport to a picnic or family gathering.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened

  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar

  • 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar

  • 2 large eggs

  • 1 teaspoon coconut extract

  • 1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lime juice

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour

  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder

  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

  • 1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugars until light and fluffy.

  3. Mix in the eggs, coconut extract, and lime juice until combined.

  4. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.

  5. Fold the flour mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined.

  6. Stir in the shredded coconut.

  7. Drop tablespoonfuls of dough onto a greased baking sheet.

  8. Bake for 10-13 minutes.

These Pina Colada Cookies are sure to bring out your inner beach bum. With flavors of sweet coconut, buttery lime, and a hint of tropical sunshine, these fragrant treats are an absolute delight. Enjoy them during your next pool day or even whip up a batch for a laid back movie night.

Inspired by classic uses of the beloved pina colada, this twist on the traditional cookie is a surefire hit. It also pairs up nicely with seasonal flavors and confectionary concoctions. Try pairing it with ice cream and rum-drenched pineapple for an extra zing, or top it off with a caramel butterscotch sauce – the possibilities are endless!

So have a little beach adventure break and whip up a batch of these one-of-a-kind Pina Colada Cookies. Feel the sand between your toes and enjoy the sweet taste of summer all year round.