Chocolate Chip Cookies with Coconut

Step 1

Start by heating your oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a couple of baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats to keep the cookies from sticking. In a large bowl, beat together the sugar and coconut oil until the mixture looks light and fluffy. Then, add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until everything is well combined. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Fold in the chocolate chips and coconut flakes so they’re evenly distributed. Use a tablespoon to drop spoonfuls of dough onto your prepared baking sheets, making sure to leave about an inch and a half between each cookie. Pop them in the oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly browned and the cookies feel set when you touch them. Let them cool for a few minutes on the pan before transferring to a wire rack to finish cooling.