Mango Cookies
Delightful tropical cookies bursting with the flavor of fresh mango, soft and chewy with a hint of coconut.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup fresh mango puree
Optional Additions
- 1/4 cup shredded coconut
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- Slowly stir in the mango puree until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- If desired, fold in shredded coconut and ground cinnamon.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
Baking
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden.
- Allow the cookies to cool for a few minutes on the baking sheet before transferring them to a wire rack.
- Enjoy the cookies warm or at room temperature.
Notes
Use fresh mango puree for the best flavor. Keeping the dough chilled can help maintain cookie shape.