Discover the Joy of Easy Hawaiian Pineapple Coconut Thumbprint Cookies
Easy Hawaiian Pineapple Coconut Thumbprint Cookies are a delightful twist on a classic baking favorite, featuring buttery, coconut-infused dough and a sweet pineapple jam center.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup pineapple jam or preserves
Instructions
1. 1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. 2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in the vanilla extract. Gradually add the all-purpose flour and salt, mixing until a soft dough forms.
3. 3. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Using your thumb or the back of a spoon, press an indentation into the center of each ball to create a well for the filling.
4. 4. Spoon about 1/2 teaspoon of pineapple jam or preserves into the indentation of each cookie.
5. 5. Sprinkle the shredded coconut around the edges of each cookie, or lightly press some into the sides if desired.
6. 6. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
7. 7. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Chill the dough for 30 minutes to an hour before shaping and baking to prevent spreading.
Aim for consistent 1-inch dough balls for even baking.
Press the indentation deep enough to hold a generous amount of filling.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 6
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Unsaturated Fat: 2
- Carbohydrates: 16
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 1
- Cholesterol: 20
Keywords: cookies, tropical, pineapple, coconut