Orange Coconut Stars

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Orange Coconut Stars
45 min.
40
8kcal

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Get ready to delight your taste buds with a festive treat that's perfect for any occasion! Our Orange Coconut Stars are not only a visual feast with their charming star shape, but they also burst with vibrant flavors that will transport you straight to a tropical paradise. Imagine the zesty brightness of fresh orange juice combined with the sweet, chewy texture of coconut, all wrapped up in a light and crispy cookie that is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.

This recipe is not just delicious; it's also incredibly versatile! Whether you're serving them as an elegant starter, a fun snack for a party, or a delightful appetizer for your guests, these vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free cookies cater to a wide range of dietary preferences. At only 8 calories per cookie, you can enjoy these heavenly bites guilt-free!

With just a handful of simple ingredients, you'll find that these cookies are easy to make, and in just 45 minutes, you can have 40 delightful orange coconut stars ready for enjoyment. Perfect for holiday festivities, birthday parties, or simply to satisfy your sweet tooth, this recipe is a must-try. So grab your baking sheet and cookie cutter, and let’s get started on creating these irresistible treats that everyone will love!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons powdered sugar 
  • tablespoons orange juice 
  •  orange zest 
  • 0.5 cup coconut shredded sweetened

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • whisk
  • aluminum foil
  • cookie cutter
  • wax paper

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F.
  2. Cut dough in half; roll out bothhalves to an even 1/4-inch thickness.
  3. Cut out cookies witha 2-inch star cookie cutter; reroll scraps to get40 cookies. Coat 2 cookie sheets with cooking spray; placecookies on sheets 1 inch apart and bake 1 batch at a timeuntil firm and slightly golden at edges, 4 to 5 minutes.Cool on wire racks. Line baking sheet with foil; spreadcoconut on foil.
  4. Bake, stirring once or twice, until golden,3 to 4 minutes.
  5. Spread coconut on sheet of wax paper;crush with fingers.
  6. Whisk sugar, zest and juice in a bowluntil combined. Dip 1 side of cookie into orange glaze,then press into coconut; let set on wire racks.
  7. Self

Nutrition Facts

Calories8kcal
Protein2.1%
Fat44.18%
Carbs53.72%

Properties

Glycemic Index
1.3
Glycemic Load
0.05
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
0.20999999878847%

Flavonoids

Hesperetin
0.1mg
Naringenin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:7.87kcal
0.39%
Fat:0.4g
0.62%
Saturated Fat:0.35g
2.21%
Carbohydrates:1.1g
0.37%
Net Carbohydrates:1.01g
0.37%
Sugar:0.95g
1.05%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:2.97mg
0.13%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.04g
0.09%
Manganese:0.03mg
1.4%
Vitamin C:0.84mg
1.02%
Source:Epicurious