Coconut Clouds
By á-48726
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Ingredients
- FROSTING:
- 1/4 cup butter, softened
- 1/4 cup shortening
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon coconut extract
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup (8 ounces) sour cream
- 2-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 cup flaked coconut, toasted
- 1/3 cup butter, cubed
- 3 cups confectioners' sugar
- 3 tablespoons evaporated milk
- 1 teaspoon coconut extract
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups flaked coconut, toasted
Details
Adapted from tasteofhome.com
Preparation
Step 1
Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, cream butter, shortening and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and extracts. Stir in sour cream. Combine flour, salt and baking soda; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Fold in coconut.
2. Drop by tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto lightly greased baking sheets. Bake 8-10 minutes or until set. Remove to wire racks to cool.
3. In a small heavy saucepan, heat butter over medium heat 5-7 minutes or until golden brown. Pour into a small bowl; beat in confectioners’ sugar, milk and extracts.
4. Frost cookies; dip in coconut. Let stand until completely dry. Store in an airtight container.
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