Coconut Shortbread John Ash Co Restaurant Santa Rosa
Indulge in the delicate buttery goodness of the Coconut Shortbread, a signature treat inspired by the renowned John Ash & Co. Restaurant in Santa Rosa. This luxurious take on classic shortbread combines a melt-in-your-mouth texture with the tropical flair of toasted shredded coconut. Made with simple pantry staples like unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and all-purpose flour, this easy-to-follow recipe is elevated by the warm, nutty aroma of golden-brown coconut. With a quick prep time of just 15 minutes and a baking time under 20 minutes, these rich, golden cookies are perfect for any occasion, whether served with afternoon tea or as a sweet gift. Crisp on the outside and tender within, this coconut-enhanced shortbread is as elegant as it is delicious. Don’t forget to grab your favorite cookie cutter to craft these bites of perfection!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Unsalted butter, softened
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.75 cup Toasted shredded coconut
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 3
Mix in the vanilla extract until combined.
Step 4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt.
Step 5
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing just until a crumbly dough forms.
Step 6
Fold in the toasted shredded coconut until evenly distributed.
Step 7
Transfer the dough onto a clean surface and gently knead until it comes together. Do not overwork the dough.
Step 8
Roll the dough out to about 1/4-inch thickness and use a cookie cutter of your choice to cut out shapes.
Step 9
Place the cookies onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 1 inch of space between each cookie.
Step 10
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the edges are just beginning to turn golden brown.
Step 11
Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 12
Serve and enjoy, or store in an airtight container for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (672.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3566.6 |
| Total Fat 248.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 169.9g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 516.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 657.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 307.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 18.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 107.2g | |
| Protein 32.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 95.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 13.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 616.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories