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Desserts » Cookies » Coconut Cream Cookies

Coconut Cream Cookies

Created by Amy Engberson 58 Comments

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Coconut Cookies are everything you love about homemade chocolate chip cookies, but they are even better because they have coconut in them! This recipe has pudding and that creates thick, chewy, and soft cookies! Toasting the coconut adds a crispy texture too! 

a stack of chocolate chip coconut cookies

Of course, there is nothing wrong with regular chocolate cookies! They are on repeat at our house and everyone seems to be completely fine with that! I have about a billion recipes for making them and I love them all for different reasons. Some are crispy around the edges and chewy in the center, some are thick and soft, others are thin, flat, and extra crispy. 

Sometimes I like to switch up the routine and try something just a little bit different. I’m a HUGE coconut fan so it seemed like a natural fit to make a version of pudding cookies using coconut pudding and adding shredded coconut to the mix! If you’ve never tried adding instant pudding to cookies before you need to try this recipe because it creates the best texture! Be sure to check out my Coconut Banana Bread, Coconut Cheesecake, No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies, and Coconut Lime Monkey Bread to see the other delicious ways we enjoy coconut around here!

baked cookies on a cooking rack

Ingredients in Coconut Cookies

You’ll need simple pantry staple ingredients, plus butter and eggs just like you do for most cookie recipes. There are a few important things to be aware of so let’s take a quick peek.

  • Butter – Use real butter. It needs to be room temperature. How do you get butter to room temperature? Let sit out for about 30 minutes. To speed the process, cut the butter in small chunks. Or, defrost in the microwave for about 15 seconds. Continue defrosting in 5-second intervals until room temperature. 
  • Sugar – You’ll need both granulated and brown sugar. Dark or light brown sugar will work, but dark brown sugar will make darker colored cookies.
  • Eggs – Whole eggs
  • Pudding – Use instant pudding. Just the dry mix. If you don’t have coconut you can use vanilla.
  • Coconut Extract – It’s found in the baking aisle near the spices and vanilla extract. If you don’t have it you can use vanilla extract.
  • Flour – I used all-purpose flour. I’ve never tried using gluten-free flour, coconut flour, or oat flour before so I can’t say how they would work.
  • Salt – Regular table salt. If you want to use Kosher salt add a tiny bit more than the recipe calls for.
  • Baking Soda – For best results make sure it’s not expired.
  • Coconut – I use shredded unsweetened coconut. Sweetened is fine too. Toast coconut to add a crunchy texture. Toast coconut by spreading on a cookie sheet and baking at 325 degrees for 5 minutes.
  • Chocolate Chips – semi-sweet, or milk chocolate.

How to Make Coconut Cookies

I promise this is an easy recipe that can be made in about 30 minutes! There aren’t any special instructions and you don’t need to chill the dough. Let me walk you through the steps and show you exactly how I make them.

STEP 1: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper, or grease baking sheet.

a mixer beater with cookie dough on it

STEP 2: Cream butter (room temperature) for one minute on medium-high speed.

STEP 3: Add sugars and cream for on medium-high for 2 minutes. Scrape the bowl if needed.

STEP 4: Add eggs, coconut extract, baking soda, and salt! Beat for 2 more minutes.

STEP 5: Add dry pudding mix and beat until combined.

STEP 6: Add flour and beat just until combined. You don’t want to overmix.

STEP 7: Add chocolate chips and coconut. Stir until mixed in. 

coconut chocolate chip cookie dough balls on a baking sheet

STEP 8: Drop cookies onto the cookie sheet in Tablespoon sized balls. 

STEP 9: Bake for 8-10 minutes. Don’t over bake. Let cool on cookie sheet for a minute and remove to wire rack to finish cooling.

Storing Cookies:

Coconut cookies should be stored in an airtight container. Store them at room temperature for up to three days. If you keep them in the fridge they should last for up to five days. Or you can freeze them for up to three months.

How to freeze cookie dough: Mix the cookie dough and shape it into cookies. Freeze on a baking sheet. Transfer cookie dough to an airtight container and freeze for up to three months. To bake frozen cookie dough, set on a baking sheet and add 2-3 minutes to the baking time.

 

Coconut lovers are going to go crazy over these Coconut Cream Cookies!

Coconut Cookies Recipe

Easy cookie recipes are my life! Here are a few of our other favorites!

  • Thick and Soft Snickerdoodles – bakery style
  • Cake Mix Butterscotch Bars – chewy and chocolaty
  • S’mores Cookies – all the yummy without the fire
  • Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies – with oatmeal
  • Zucchini Breakfast Cookies – #winning
  • Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip – a classic
  • Turtle Cookies – really decadent
  • Coconut Oatmeal Cookies – like ranger cookies
  • Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies – made with a cake mix

Cookie recipes are so much fun because you can make them in so many different flavors, textures, sizes, and shapes! This recipe really is the best of both worlds…classic chocolate chip pudding cookies and Coconut Cookies! If you’re a coconut lover looking for another dessert recipe this is for you!

Coconut Cookies

This recipe really is the best of both worlds...classic chocolate chip pudding cookies and Coconut Cookies! If you're a coconut lover looking for another dessert recipe this is for you! They're thick and soft, thanks to the addition of pudding!
4.8 from 10 votes
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Course: Cookies, Desserts
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Coconut Chocolate Chip Cookies, Coconut Cookies, Pudding Cookies
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 36
Calories: 145kcal
Author: Amy

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup butter room temperature
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp coconut extract
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 3.4 ounces instant pudding mix
  • 2 1/4 cups flour
  • 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cups unsweetened shredded coconut

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper, or grease baking sheet.
  • Cream butter (room temperature) for one minute on medium-high speed.
  • Add sugars and cream for on medium-high for 2 minutes. Scrape the bowl if needed.
  • Add eggs, coconut extract, baking soda, and salt! Beat for 2 more minutes.
  • Add dry pudding mix and beat until combined.
  • Add flour and beat just until combined. You don't want to overmix.
  • Add chocolate chips and coconut. Stir until mixed in. 
  • Drop cookies onto the cookie sheet in Tablespoon sized balls. 
  • Bake for 8-10 minutes. Don't over bake. Let cool on cookie sheet for a minute and remove to wire rack to finish cooling.

Notes

Vanilla pudding may be used instead of coconut.
Vanilla extract may be used instead of coconut extract.
Toasted coconut may be used.
Half of the chocolate chips may be replaced with caramel bits.

Nutrition

Calories: 145kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 104mg | Potassium: 26mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 148IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 17mg | Iron: 1mg
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Coconut and chocolate lovers are going to go crazy over these super soft Coconut Cream Cookies!

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About Amy Engberson

I live on a dairy with my husband and three boys. Although we are in the business of raising cattle, we really are in the business of raising boys. I am passionate about catching up with each other at meal times. My love language is food. And I hope that my men feel the love in every bite. Read more...

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  1. Kacey @ The Cookie Writer says

    August 25, 2016 at 9:22 am

    Chocolate chips cookies with coconut?! Yes, please! I so need these in my life!

    Reply
    • Amy Engberson says

      August 26, 2016 at 6:27 pm

      Coconut is like and added bonus in an already delicious cookie!

      Reply
  2. Stephanie says

    August 25, 2016 at 12:23 pm

    I love coconut so these sound so delicious to me!

    Reply
    • Amy Engberson says

      August 26, 2016 at 6:27 pm

      Coconut and chocolate lovers will quickly become addicted to these cookies!

      Reply
  3. Amanda | The Chunky Chef says

    August 25, 2016 at 7:07 pm

    OMG I bet the coconut cream in these is outstanding!!

    Reply
    • Amy Engberson says

      August 26, 2016 at 6:25 pm

      Can’t go wrong with coconut!

      Reply
  4. Denise says

    August 25, 2016 at 9:47 pm

    Love the coconut pudding idea! Do you remember Grandma’s cookies? Her chocolate chips cookies had pudding in them and were yummy! I agree about the male gender having difficulties finding things. We have that problem around our house too!

    Reply
    • Amy Engberson says

      August 26, 2016 at 6:24 pm

      How could I forget Grandma’s cookies! I remember her telling me all about the pudding in them. I don’t know what it is about boys…all I know is they CANNOT find anything!

      Reply
      • Denise R. says

        August 31, 2016 at 3:49 pm

        Amy,

        I’m reporting back! I made these cookies today and they are yummy!! I love how moist they are. They have the right balance of coconut. I ate some of the cookie dough (shhh.. don’t tell!) and the cookie dough was pretty strong so I was a bit nervous but then I ate the cookies after they baked and it was the perfect amount of coconut flavor!! Yahoo!! Thanks for sharing your talents with us. Our household is grateful for your yummy recipes!

        P.S. I make the crockpot Cheesy Tortellini recipe all the time! I love how easy it is it tastes great. Double bonus! 🙂

        Reply
        • Amy Engberson says

          September 1, 2016 at 8:20 am

          I’m glad someone is actually able to use and enjoy the recipes that come about because of my crazy cooking obsession! I primarily make cookies because I like the dough, so no raw cookie dough eating judgment from me! The coconut flavor does seem a little over the top at first but everything settles down in the oven! Thanks for following along on my crazy adventures!

          Reply
  5. Shelley @ Two Healthy Kitchens says

    August 26, 2016 at 6:00 am

    These look so pillowy-soft, and absolutely decadent! I’m definitely a coconut lover, and the wonderful coconut flavor from the pudding mix sounds fantastic – what a terrific flavor profile with the mix of coconut and chocolate! Double-yum!

    Reply
    • Amy Engberson says

      August 26, 2016 at 6:23 pm

      Coconut and chocolate definitely belong together!

      Reply
  6. Cookin Canuck says

    August 26, 2016 at 9:37 am

    I’ve heard about using pudding mix in cookies, but have never tried it myself. That needs to change!

    Reply
    • Amy Engberson says

      August 26, 2016 at 6:22 pm

      There is something magical about it! I didn’t try it forever, thank goodness I finally did!

      Reply
  7. Joanie @ ZagLeft says

    August 27, 2016 at 8:52 am

    I’ve never used pudding mix in my cookies but I definitely need to give it a try. Yours look so beautifully soft and delicious.

    Reply
    • Amy Engberson says

      September 1, 2016 at 8:29 am

      You won’t regret it! It makes the most wonderfully soft cookies!

      Reply
  8. Emily says

    August 27, 2016 at 4:49 pm

    I made these the day you posted them and they were gone that night. So easy and so delicious. Im anxious to try other varieties of pudding with this recipe!!

    Reply
    • Amy Engberson says

      September 1, 2016 at 8:25 am

      It’s hard to walk by a plate of these cookies and not grab just one more, and one more, and one more…

      Reply
  9. Michelle | A Latte Food says

    August 28, 2016 at 10:38 am

    I am obsessed with these! I love coconut everything!

    Reply
    • Amy Engberson says

      September 1, 2016 at 8:24 am

      If you love coconut these cookies will rock your world!

      Reply
  10. Maryanne | the little epicurean says

    September 13, 2016 at 2:17 pm

    This sounds fabulous! Coconut and chocolate is such a delicious combo!

    Reply
    • Amy Engberson says

      September 14, 2016 at 8:57 am

      Chocolate is always a good idea…coconut is scrumptious little bonus!

      Reply
  11. Sally @ OfRecipes says

    October 4, 2016 at 2:23 am

    Oh my goodness! The addition of coconut just take the deliciousness to a whole new level! I love this!

    Reply
    • Amy Engberson says

      October 10, 2016 at 9:37 am

      Coconut and chocolate make everything better! Happy Fall!

      Reply
  12. Ines says

    October 18, 2016 at 9:17 am

    Hello Amy I just found your blog and am looking through all your delicious recipes! Could you tell me how many ounces are in a small package of instant coconut pudding as I do not live in the US I need the exact measurements so I can use the correct amount. Thanks so much. I love coconut and chocolate together so can’t wait to try these cookies!

    Reply
    • Amy Engberson says

      October 31, 2016 at 1:39 pm

      I used the Jell-O brand pudding and it is a 3.4 oz package! Happy Fall!

      Reply
  13. Agness of Run Agness Run says

    January 23, 2017 at 12:19 pm

    I enjoy your delicious recipes, Amy! I can’t wait to prepare these amazing coconut cookies!

    Reply
    • Amy Engberson says

      January 24, 2017 at 5:16 pm

      Thanks! I hope you try them soon!

      Reply
  14. cakespy says

    May 25, 2017 at 5:03 am

    WHAT. I love coconut cream (anything) so much that it might run through my veins at this point. These cookies look like a dream.

    Reply
    • Amy Engberson says

      May 26, 2017 at 10:05 pm

      It’s just so irresistible isn’t it? These cookies will hit the spot for sure!

      Reply
  15. Maria says

    September 22, 2017 at 12:31 pm

    Amy!!!! I LOVE your new site design! It looks amazing!!! I’m drooling over all of these delicious recipes! Your amazing! Keep it up girl!!!

    Reply
    • Maria says

      September 22, 2017 at 12:32 pm

      *You’re 🙂

      Reply
    • Amy Engberson says

      October 3, 2017 at 2:51 pm

      Hi Maria! Thanks for stopping by! It’s always fun to get a little makeover! We really need to get together!

      Reply
  16. Jo Anna Mays says

    September 11, 2018 at 9:35 pm

    These look heavenly! Can’t wait to make these. Nice twist from a regular chocolate chip cookie. Thanks Amy!

    Reply
    • Amy Engberson says

      September 13, 2018 at 12:17 am

      You can’t go wrong with chocolate chip cookie, but adding coconut is always a fun switch up! Enjoy!

      Reply
  17. priyanka says

    January 17, 2019 at 11:54 pm

    Wow this looks delicious! Can’t wait to try it.

    Thanks for the tip!
    Have a great day.
    Priyanka

    Reply
  18. Nancy says

    March 27, 2019 at 3:07 pm

    These are yummy cookies. I didn’t have coconut extract which would give a better coconut flavor. I didn’t add the extra coconut flakes as I only like the taste of coconut and not the flakes. My Husband says they are a gold star cookie. Gold star in our family means I want to eat often. Thanks for sharing this is my first pudding cookie.

    Reply
    • Amy Engberson says

      March 28, 2019 at 7:50 pm

      Hi Nancy! I love you’ve added these cookies to those that have earned “Gold Star” status! So happy you and your husband enjoyed them!

      Reply
  19. Lola Osinkolu says

    June 12, 2019 at 5:59 pm

    My children love cookies! I’m sure they’ll enjoy these!

    Reply
    • Amy Engberson says

      June 24, 2019 at 6:54 am

      Yes! These cookies are so soft and full of flavor! They’re also easy to make which makes them a pefect recipe for getting the kids involved in! I hope you all enjoy them!

      Reply
  20. Wendy Goldman says

    August 1, 2019 at 12:50 pm

    Thank you for the recipe! They are amazing and came out looking just like the picture.

    Reply
    • Amy Engberson says

      August 23, 2019 at 4:14 pm

      Yay! I’m so happy you enjoyed the recipe! You can’t go wrong with coconut and chocolate!

      Reply
  21. Whit says

    September 10, 2019 at 8:23 pm

    Hi Amy.
    Delicious! Cream of coconut is a wonderful thing.
    And confetti sprinkles on cookies!?

    Reply
    • Amy Engberson says

      September 12, 2019 at 1:21 pm

      We could be really great friends! Coconut everything is a win in my book!

      Reply
  22. Rimmy says

    September 22, 2019 at 3:51 am

    Hi Amy,We made these today and WOW – easy and delicious!

    Reply
    • Amy Engberson says

      September 23, 2019 at 7:57 am

      Yay! Easy and delicious are the best kind of recipes! Glad you enjoyed them!

      Reply
  23. Sharon Hughes says

    June 16, 2020 at 2:04 pm

    4 stars
    Excellent, and super easy!

    Reply
    • Amy Engberson says

      June 16, 2020 at 3:23 pm

      Easy recipes are the BEST! Glad you enjoyed it!

      Reply
  24. Lily says

    July 1, 2020 at 4:12 am

    5 stars
    What a great cookies and it looks to stunning with more easy to make also….i will trying to making it few days later….Thanks for sharing…Amy…..!

    Reply
    • Amy Engberson says

      July 2, 2020 at 4:11 pm

      Coconut and chocolate are always a hit! Glad you loved them!

      Reply
  25. Patricia Jones says

    July 21, 2020 at 4:33 am

    5 stars
    This is an amazingly & more simple cookies Amy…and it looks soo yummy & more delicious also..Thanks for sharing……!

    Reply
    • Amy Engberson says

      July 21, 2020 at 7:41 pm

      Glad you enjoyed them!

      Reply
  26. tomas espinosa says

    August 11, 2020 at 3:30 pm

    5 stars
    the cookies were great iam glad i came to your recipe. i had to use lemon instead i though chocolate wool be to much so i split white. i love coconut next time ill add more.still in all great cookies.

    Reply
    • Amy Engberson says

      August 17, 2020 at 6:15 pm

      I’m glad you like them! More coconut never hurts anything!

      Reply
  27. Dustin says

    October 8, 2020 at 8:18 am

    5 stars
    I like to eat this dish. I followed your recipe. It works. I had a really good meal. It took me a long time to cook, but the results were great. Thanks for your useful article. Good food.

    Reply
  28. Melanee Howells says

    January 16, 2021 at 8:53 pm

    Hi Amy, I made your coconut cream cookies yesterday, the flavor is to die for but for some reason they didn’t flatten by the time they were done in the oven. I see in comments folks are talking about coconut cream, I don’t see coconut cream in the ingredients. Any help would be great, i want to perfect this recipe as it will be my new favorite. Thank you

    Reply
    • Amy Engberson says

      January 20, 2021 at 10:38 am

      Hi Melanee! I should have named these cookies something besides “Coconut Cream Cookies” because they don’t actually have coconut cream in them at all. They are made with coconut cream flavored pudding. The temperature of the butter can make a difference in how the cookies bake. It should be room temperature. If you poke the butter with your finger it should be soft, but not too soft. There are so many different ways to measure flour too, and that will really change the thickness of your cookies. You can decrease the amount of flour you add by a couple of Tablespoons and that should help. Let me know how it goes! I want these cookies to be perfect for you because they are so tasty!

      Reply

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