Hawaiian Pineapple Coconut Thumbprint Cookies
Indulge in the tropical delight of Hawaiian Pineapple Coconut Thumbprint Cookies, perfect for any gathering or just a sweet treat at home. These cookies feature a buttery base, filled with luscious pineapple jam and rolled in sweetened coconut. Their delightful flavor will transport you to a sunny beach paradise, making them an instant favorite among family and friends. Simple to prepare and visually stunning, these thumbprint cookies are an excellent way to add a touch of the tropics to your dessert table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 33 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup pineapple jam or preserves
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Gradually mix in the all-purpose flour, vanilla extract, and salt until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Create an indentation in each ball using your thumb or a spoon.
- Fill each thumbprint with pineapple jam.
- Roll the edges in shredded coconut to coat.
- Bake for 15–18 minutes until lightly golden around the edges.
- Allow cooling on a wire rack before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (28g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg