Coconut Gumdrop Cookies

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves: 24 Cuisine: American

Chewy coconut gumdrop cookies with crispy edges, featuring sweet gumdrops and toasted coconut, perfect for cookie lovers and festive occasions.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 2 cups flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup coconut
  • 2 cups rolled oats
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup gumdrops (omit black ones)

Instructions

  1. Cream the butter until smooth.
  2. Add brown sugar and white sugar; beat well until combined.
  3. Mix dry ingredients (flour, salt, soda, baking powder) together.
  4. Alternately add dry mixture and beaten eggs to the creamed mixture, mixing well after each addition.
  5. Stir in coconut and gumdrops (cut into small pieces), then add rolled oats and vanilla extract.
  6. Mix until all ingredients are well combined.
  7. Shape the dough into small balls and press with a fork to flatten slightly.
  8. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 15 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

1046 kcal 52% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 9.8g 20% DV
Total Fat 38.2g 49% DV
Carbs 159.3g 58% DV
Fiber 6.2g 22% DV
Sugar 69.1g 100% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 12590.2mg 100% DV
Potassium 487.8mg 10% DV
Cholesterol 144mg 48% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 220.8mcg 25% DV
Vitamin C 1.1mg 1% DV
Calcium 1671.8mg 100% DV
Iron 12.3mg 68% DV
Diet fit High-fiber
Contains Milk Egg Wheat/Gluten

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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