Soft Coconut Biscuits

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Step 1: Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients

  1. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, shredded coconut, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

Step 3: Cut in the Butter

  1. Add Butter: Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients.
  2. Cut in Butter: Using a pastry cutter, two forks, or your fingertips, cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized pieces of butter remaining.

Step 4: Add Wet Ingredients

  1. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix together the buttermilk and vanilla extract (if using).
  2. Combine: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the dough should be slightly lumpy.

Step 5: Shape and Cut Biscuits

  1. Prepare Dough: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently pat it into a 1-inch thick rectangle or circle.
  2. Cut Biscuits: Use a round cutter (about 2.5 inches in diameter) to cut out the biscuits. Press straight down without twisting to ensure they rise evenly.
  3. Optional Topping: If desired, sprinkle the tops of the biscuits with additional shredded coconut for a bit of extra texture and flavor.

Step 6: Bake

  1. Arrange Biscuits: Place the biscuits on the prepared baking sheet, making sure they are close but not touching.
  2. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 7: Cool and Serve

  1. Cool: Allow the biscuits to cool on a wire rack for a few minutes before serving.
  2. Enjoy: Serve warm with butter, jam, or your favorite spread.

Tips and Variations

  • Extra Coconut Flavor: For a more intense coconut flavor, use coconut milk instead of buttermilk.
  • Add-ins: Mix in some chocolate chips or dried fruit for added sweetness and texture.
  • Storage: Store leftover biscuits in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. They can also be frozen for up to 3 months.

Nutritional Information

Each biscuit (about 2.5 inches in diameter) provides approximately:

  • Calories: 180
  • Protein: 2g
  • Fat: 9g
  • Carbohydrates: 23g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 250mg

Conclusion

These soft coconut biscuits are a delightful way to enjoy the rich, tropical flavor of coconut in a tender, buttery biscuit form. Whether served as a breakfast treat or a comforting snack, they’re sure to become a favorite in your baking repertoire. Enjoy the delightful aroma and taste of these biscuits fresh from the oven!

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