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Stacked coconut cardamom cookies on silver plate with festive flowers and diyas.

Coconut Cardamom Cookies (Gluten-Free)

Soft, buttery, and delicately spiced, these Coconut Cardamom Cookies are a delightful gluten-free treat with the warm aroma of cardamom and the sweetness of coconut. Perfect for teatime, festive cookie trays, or as a quick homemade dessert, they have a tender crumb and a lightly golden finish that makes them irresistible.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 27 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Indian
Servings: 18 to 20 cookies
Author: Shilpa

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350℉ and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together shredded unsweetened coconut, gluten-free flour blend, baking powder, salt, and cardamom.
  • In a separate bowl, cream butter and powdered sugar until smooth and fluffy. Mix in vanilla extract.
  • Gradually fold the dry mixture into the butter mixture. Add milk, 1 tablespoon at a time, until a soft dough forms that holds together without crumbling.
  • Scoop tablespoon-sized portions, roll into balls, and place on the prepared baking sheet. Slightly flatten each cookie and sprinkle with extra coconut flakes.
  • Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Flour choice: Use a good-quality 1:1 gluten-free flour blend (with xanthan gum included) to ensure the cookies hold together. If your blend doesn’t have xanthan gum, add ¼ teaspoon.
  • Texture: The dough should feel soft but not sticky. If it’s too crumbly, add an extra teaspoon of milk at a time until it binds.
  • Butter vs. ghee: Butter gives a milder flavor, while ghee adds a nutty richness that pairs beautifully with cardamom.
  • Coconut topping: Lightly toasting the coconut flakes before sprinkling gives extra crunch and flavor.
  • Storage: Keep cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. For longer storage, freeze them in a zip-top bag for up to 2 months.

Nutrition

Calories: 118kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 14mg | Sodium: 48mg | Potassium: 35mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 160IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 16mg | Iron: 0.4mg
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