Oatmeal Coconut Cookies

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup salted butter, (softened to room temperature)
• 1/2 cup coconut oil
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup white sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp coconut extract
• 2 cups all purpose flour ((10 ounces))
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 2 cups old fashioned oats
• 1 cup sweetened coconut flakes (toasted)

Instructions

1. 1

   Toast coconut at 350° on a cookie sheet for 5-10 minutes, stirring often, until lightly browned. Let cool.

2. 2

   Beat butter, coconut oil, and sugars in a large mixing bowl with an electric hand mixer for 2-3 minutes, or until creamy.

3. 3

   Add the eggs, vanilla, and coconut extract. Beat until smooth.

4. 4

   Dump the flour on top of the wet ingredients. Make a small well on top and add the soda, salt, and baking powder. Mix them into the flour.

5. 5

   Add the oats and toasted coconut. Stir until well combined.

6. 6

   Let the dough sit while you preheat the oven to 375°. Line cookie sheets with silicone or parchment paper, or use cooking spray.

7. 7

   Scoop dough into heaping tablespoons, and roll into balls. Place cookie dough balls on prepared cookie sheets, about 3 inches apart.

8. 8

   Bake at 375 degrees for 8-10 minutes, or until golden brown around the edges.

9. 9

   Let cool on pans for 3-4 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.