Delight in Soft & Chewy Pandan Cookies for a Tropical Escape

Enjoy the fragrant and tropical flavors of Soft & Chewy Pandan Cookies, a delightful treat perfect for any occasion.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 14

Chilling Time 1

Total Time 1 29

Servings: 24 cookies

Course: Desserts

Cuisine: Southeast Asian

Calories: 150

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Dough

2 cups all-purpose flour substitute with gluten-free flour blend if needed
1 teaspoon baking soda acts as a leavening agent
½ teaspoon salt standard table salt works well
½ cup unsalted butter softened for easy mixing
½ cup granulated sugar can reduce for less sweetness
½ cup light brown sugar dark brown sugar is an acceptable substitute
1 large egg replace with a flax egg for vegan option
1 teaspoon vanilla extract optional but highly recommended
2 teaspoons pandan extract can substitute with pandan powder for a different touch
1 cup shredded coconut replace with chopped nuts for variety

Equipment

Mixing Bowl
electric mixer
spatula
Cookie Scoop
baking sheets
Parchment paper

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prepare Dry Mix: Whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt until combined.
Cream Butter and Sugars: Beat softened butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar until pale and fluffy.
Incorporate Wet Ingredients: Add egg, vanilla extract, and pandan extract, then beat until smooth.
Combine Mixtures: Gradually fold the dry mix into the wet mixture until just incorporated.
Add Coconut: Gently fold shredded coconut into the dough until evenly distributed.
Chill Dough: Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Shape Cookies: Roll dough into balls, coat in sugar, and place on baking sheets.
Bake: Bake for 12-14 minutes or until edges are golden and centers are soft.
Cool: Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days. Refrigerate for up to 7 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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