RCI-BR.005.0350.001
Hermit Cookies
A nice tropical variation of the traditional hermit cookie. For another twist on this theme substitute diced dried pineapple for part of the dried dates.
Prep15 min
Cook25 min
Total40 min
Servings4
Difficultyintermediate
Ingredients
Method
1
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2
Combine flour, baking soda, and baking powder in a medium bowl and set aside.
3
Beat softened butter with sugar and packed brown sugar until light and fluffy, approximately 2-3 minutes.
4
Add slightly beaten egg and vanilla to the butter mixture, beating until well combined.
5
Fold the flour mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
6
Stir in packed flaked coconut, chopped macadamia nuts, and chopped dates until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
7
Drop rounded tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
8
Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are golden brown but the centers remain slightly soft.
11 minutes
9
Cool cookies on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
5 minutes