Description
These Lemon Coconut Cheesecake Cookies are a perfect blend of tangy lemon, creamy cheesecake filling, and tropical coconut in every bite. Soft, chewy, and easy to make, they’re an irresistible treat for parties or everyday indulgence.
Ingredients
For the Cookie Dough:
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon lemon zest (from about 1 lemon)
2 tablespoons lemon juice
½ cup sweetened shredded coconut
For the Cheesecake Filling:
8 oz cream cheese, softened
¼ cup powdered sugar
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons sour cream
For Topping:
¼ cup sweetened shredded coconut
Instructions
- Prepare the Cookie Dough:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Whisk flour, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.
- In a large bowl, beat butter and cream cheese until creamy. Add sugar and beat until light and fluffy.
- Mix in egg, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice until combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Stir in shredded coconut.
- Scoop dough into tablespoon-sized balls, placing them 2 inches apart on the baking sheet.
- Prepare the Cheesecake Filling:
- Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and sour cream until smooth.
- Create an indentation in each dough ball and fill with 1 teaspoon of cheesecake mixture.
- Bake and Finish:
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, until edges are golden and centers are set.
- Sprinkle shredded coconut on top immediately after baking.
- Cool cookies on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Refrigerate dough for 15 minutes before shaping to make handling easier.
Optional: Toast coconut for topping to add depth of flavor.
Serve chilled for a creamier texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24 cookies
