Gluten Free Tropical Oatmeal Cookies

Indulge in a taste of the tropics with these Gluten-Free Tropical Oatmeal Cookies, a chewy, golden treat bursting with exotic flavors! Made with gluten-free rolled oats, shredded coconut, and a hint of lime zest, these cookies capture sunshine in a bite. Sweet pieces of dried pineapple, creamy white chocolate chips, and crunchy macadamia nuts (optional) add layers of texture and a delightful tropical twist. Perfectly spiced with a touch of cinnamon, these easy-to-make cookies come together in under 30 minutes, making them a quick snack or dessert that feels like a mini vacation. Ideal for gluten-free diets and packed with vibrant flavors, these tropical oatmeal cookies are a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 2 cups Gluten-free rolled oats
• 1 cup Gluten-free all-purpose flour
• 1 cup Shredded unsweetened coconut
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup Brown sugar
• 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 large Egg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Lime zest
• 0.75 cup Dried pineapple, chopped
• 0.5 cup White chocolate chips
• 0.33 cup Chopped macadamia nuts (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium-sized bowl, combine the gluten-free rolled oats, gluten-free all-purpose flour, shredded coconut, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon. Stir until evenly mixed and set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, beat the unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together using an electric mixer until creamy and smooth, about 2 minutes.

Step 4

Add the egg, vanilla extract, and lime zest to the creamed mixture. Mix until well combined.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just incorporated.

Step 6

Gently fold in the chopped dried pineapple, white chocolate chips, and macadamia nuts (if using).

Step 7

Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies are lightly golden around the edges.

Step 9

Remove the baking sheets from the oven and let the cookies cool on the sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(895.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3967.5

Total Fat 196.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 110.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 363.5mg	0%
Sodium 2746.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 545.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 43.0g	0%
Total Sugars 287.2g
Protein 49.0g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 519.2mg	0%
Iron 14.7mg	0%
Potassium 2041.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.7%

Protein: 4.7%

Carbs: 52.6%