Go Back
+ servings
Pandan Cookies

Soft & Chewy Pandan Cookies: A Tropical Twist on Tradition

These Soft & Chewy Pandan Cookies are infused with fragrant pandan extract and coconut, offering a unique treat perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 24 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1.5 cups All Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free flour for gluten-free cookies.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Ensure it’s fresh for the best rise.
  • 0.25 teaspoon Salt Sea salt can be a tasty alternative.
  • 0.5 cups Unsalted Butter Opt for dairy-free butter substitute if needed.
  • 0.5 cups Granulated Sugar Reduce for a less sweet treat.
  • 0.5 cups Light Brown Sugar Swap with dark brown sugar for a deeper taste.
  • 1 large Egg Use a flax egg as a vegan alternative.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Can be replaced with almond extract.
  • 1 teaspoon Pandan Extract Use high-quality extract for the best results.
  • 0.5 cups Shredded Coconut Can be omitted for a coconut-free version.

Equipment

  • Electric Mixer
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Cookie scoop
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prep Dry Ingredients: In a medium mixing bowl, combine 1.5 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and 0.25 teaspoons of salt. Stir until evenly mixed.
  2. Cream Butter & Sugars: In a separate large bowl, cream together 0.5 cups of unsalted butter, 0.5 cups of granulated sugar, and 0.5 cups of light brown sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed for about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add Wet Ingredients: Add 1 egg, 0.5 teaspoons of vanilla extract, and 1 teaspoon of pandan extract to the creamed mixture. Mix on low speed until fully incorporated.
  4. Combine Mixtures: Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients. Mix until just combined and fold in 0.5 cups of shredded coconut.
  5. Chill Dough: Cover the cookie dough and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to prevent spreading.
  6. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  7. Shape Cookies: Use a cookie scoop to form balls of dough, roll them in granulated sugar, and place on prepared sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake: Bake for 12-14 minutes until edges are slightly golden while remaining soft in the center.
  9. Cooling: Let the cookies cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 95mgPotassium: 60mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze them for up to 6 months.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!