Vegan Guava Coconut Sugar Cookies (Print Version)
Soft chewy cookies blending tropical guava with shredded coconut. Naturally dairy-free and perfectly sweet.
# List of Ingredients:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
03 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
04 - 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
→ Wet Ingredients
05 - 1/2 cup coconut oil, melted and cooled
06 - 3/4 cup organic cane sugar
07 - 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
08 - 1/4 cup guava puree (strained from fresh or canned guava)
09 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
10 - 1 tablespoon coconut milk (as needed)
→ Add-ins & Toppings
11 - 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut, plus extra for sprinkling
12 - 2 tablespoons guava paste, diced small (optional)
13 - 2 tablespoons cane sugar, for rolling
# Step-by-step Instructions:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - Whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl until evenly distributed.
03 - Mix melted coconut oil and sugar in a large bowl until well combined. Add applesauce, guava puree, and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth and incorporated.
04 - Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, stirring just until dough forms. If dough appears dry, add 1 tablespoon coconut milk to reach proper consistency.
05 - Fold in shredded coconut and diced guava paste until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
06 - Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll into balls. Roll each ball in cane sugar, then place on prepared baking sheets spacing 2 inches apart.
07 - Gently flatten each cookie with palm and sprinkle extra shredded coconut on top if desired.
08 - Bake for 11-13 minutes until edges are lightly golden and centers are set.
09 - Let cookies cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire rack to cool completely.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- They stay incredibly soft for days thanks to the coconut oil and applesauce magic
- The tropical flavors feel fancy but the recipe comes together in under 30 minutes
02 -
- The dough should feel slightly tacky but not sticky, if it is too wet these cookies will spread too thin
- Guava puree varies by brand, so start with less and add more only if you want a stronger tropical flavor
03 -
- Refrigerate the dough for 30 minutes before baking for extra chewy edges and thicker cookies
- Room temperature ingredients help everything combine more smoothly, so set out your coconut oil early