Coconut Crunch Bites
Experience the delightful flavors of the Caribbean with these Coconut Crunch Bites, an irresistible treat from Guyanese cuisine. Though named 'buns', they spread out into beautifully golden, flat cookies that are soft in the center with a satisfying crunch at the edges. Perfect as a snack or a dessert, these treats combine the rich flavors of butter, vanilla, and almond with the tropical taste of flaked coconut. Easy to make and perfect for sharing, Coconut Crunch Bites are sure to become a favorite in your home! They are best enjoyed fresh out of the oven but also store well for later indulgence.
48
Servings
50
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
all-purpose flour
2 cups (sifted)
white sugar
1 cup (granulated)
baking powder
1 teaspoon (none)
salt
1/2 teaspoon (none)
butter
1 cup (cut into pieces, cold)
eggs
2 (beaten)
milk
1/2 cup (none)
vanilla extract
1 teaspoon (none)
almond extract
1/2 teaspoon (none)
flaked coconut
3/4 cup (none)
Instructions
1
Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Prepare two ungreased cookie sheets.
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, white sugar, baking powder, and salt. Mix thoroughly.
3
Add the pieces of cold butter into the dry mixture. Use a pastry cutter or fork to cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles fine crumbs.
4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and almond extract until well combined.
5
Create a well in the center of the dry mixture and pour the wet ingredients into the well. Gently fold in the flaked coconut until everything is just blended. Avoid overmixing.
6
Using a rounded tablespoon, drop the dough onto the prepared cookie sheets, leaving 2-3 inches of space between each mound as the cookies will spread while baking.
7
Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until the edges are a lovely golden brown. Keep a close eye on them to prevent burning.
8
Once baked, immediately transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool. If left on the baking sheet, they may stick.
Nutrition Information
3g
Fat
6g
Carbs
0.5g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Coconut Crunch Bites?
Coconut Crunch Bites are a delightful treat from Guyanese cuisine that spread into flat, golden cookies with a soft center and crunchy edges.
What is the origin of Coconut Crunch Bites?
These treats originate from Guyanese cuisine and are inspired by Caribbean flavors.
What texture can I expect from these bites?
They are soft in the center with a satisfying crunch at the edges.
What are the primary flavor notes in this recipe?
The bites combine rich flavors of butter, vanilla, and almond with tropical flaked coconut.
How many servings does this recipe make?
This recipe yields approximately 48 servings.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
Do I need to grease the cookie sheets?
No, the recipe calls for using two ungreased cookie sheets.
How should the flour be prepared?
The 2 cups of all-purpose flour should be sifted before use.
What state should the butter be in when starting?
The butter should be cold and cut into pieces.
How do I incorporate the butter into the dry ingredients?
Use a pastry cutter or fork to cut the cold butter into the flour until it resembles fine crumbs.
What liquid ingredients are required?
The liquid ingredients include 2 beaten eggs, 1/2 cup of milk, vanilla extract, and almond extract.
How should I combine the wet and dry mixtures?
Create a well in the dry ingredients, pour in the whisked wet ingredients, and gently fold in the flaked coconut until just blended.
Why should I avoid overmixing the dough?
Avoiding overmixing ensures the cookies maintain the correct texture and don't become too tough.
What is the recommended dough size for each cookie?
Use a rounded tablespoon to drop the dough onto the cookie sheets.
How much space should be left between the cookies?
Leave 2-3 inches of space between each mound as the cookies will spread while baking.
How long do the Coconut Crunch Bites need to bake?
Bake them for approximately 15 minutes.
How can I tell when the cookies are finished baking?
They are done when the edges are a lovely golden brown.
What should I do immediately after taking them out of the oven?
Immediately transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool.
What happens if I leave the cookies on the baking sheet?
The cookies may stick to the sheet if they are not moved to a wire rack promptly.
How many calories are in one serving?
Each serving contains approximately 50 calories.
What is the fat content per cookie?
Each cookie contains about 3g of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in a single bite?
There are 6g of carbohydrates per serving.
How much protein is in each serving?
Each serving provides 0.5g of protein.
What type of coconut is used in this recipe?
The recipe uses 3/4 cup of flaked coconut.
Are these cookies better fresh or stored?
They are best enjoyed fresh out of the oven, though they do store well for later.
What type of extracts are used for flavoring?
The recipe uses 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and 1/2 teaspoon of almond extract.
Is this recipe considered easy to make?
Yes, the recipe is described as easy to make and perfect for sharing.
What type of sugar is required?
The recipe requires 1 cup of granulated white sugar.
Do I need to beat the eggs before adding them?
Yes, the eggs should be whisked together with the milk and extracts until well combined.
Can these be served as a dessert?
Yes, they are perfect as either a snack or a dessert.