Coconut Thumbprint Cookies Recipe

Hello coconut lovers! These delicious Coconut Thumbprint Cookies are just what you’re looking for; a great cookie recipe with plenty of coconut flavor and a fun little springtime spin.
You don’t have to be celebrating Easter or even spring to enjoy these easy coconut thumbprint cookies. Fill the center with your favorite buttercream frosting, a simple glaze as you see here, caramel or even chocolate ganache; it’s all good!

Ingredients
For the cookie dough:

• 3/4 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon coconut extract
• 1 2/3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 large whole egg, plus 1 egg white lightly beaten
• 4-5 ounces sweetened flaked coconut

For the filling:

• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon hot water
• mini-candy eggs

Instructions
To prepare the cookie dough:

1. In a large mixing bowl combine the butter and sugar. Beat on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes. Scrape down sides and bottom of bowl and blend again. Add the vanilla and coconut extract and beat until blended.
2. In a small bowl whisk together the flour, cornstarch and salt. Add 1/3 of the flour mixture to the butter in three additions and beat on low speed until combined. Repeat until all flour is incorporated. Press the dough together with the spatula to form a ball in the mixing bowl. Refrigerate while preparing the egg wash.
3. Preheat oven to 350F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.
4. For full instructions : www.savingdessert.com

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