Mini Coconut Cream Cookie Bites
Experience the combination of textures and flavors with these Mini Coconut Cream Cookie Bites. Each bite offers a blend of a buttery cookie crust delicately embracing a coconut cream filling. The addition of a hint of rum extract adds a touch of essence that dances, on your taste buds. These bites are beautifully finished with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of coconut creating a balance between crunchy and creamy sweet and nuanced. Whether it's for gatherings or simply treating yourself these Mini Coconut Cream Cookie Bites will transport you to an oasis, with every heavenly mouthful leaving an unforgettable culinary impression.
36 Servings
Ingredients
For the Cookie Crust:
- 1 c butter room temperature
- 1 c sugar
- ¾ c brown sugar
- 2 eggs
- 2 tsp rum extract
- 3 c flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
For the Coconut Filling:
- 2 13.5 oz cans coconut milk
- 5.1 & 3.4 oz box instant vanilla pudding
- 8 oz sweetened shredded coconut toasted
- whipped cream or cool whip
Instructions
To make the cookie crust:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a muffin pan, with nonstick spray.
- In a bowl combine softened butter, sugar, brown sugar, rum extract and eggs.
- In a bowl mix together flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt.
- Gradually add the ingredients to the mixture until just combined.
- Roll the dough into small ½ inch balls. Press them into the muffin pan.
- Bake for 15 to 17 minutes. Until they turn a brown color. Let them cool in the pan for 20 minutes.
- Use the end of a spatula to create a cup shape in the center of each cookie.
For the coconut filling:
- In a bowl whisk together vanilla pudding mix and coconut milk until smooth and thickened.
- Transfer this mixture into a piping bag or ziplock bag with one corner cut off.
- Pipe this filling into each cookie cup you created earlier.
To finish:
- Top each cookie bite, with some whipped cream. Sprinkle toasted shredded coconut on top.
- Enjoy these Mini Coconut Cream Cookie Bites!
Notes
Don't worry if you love the taste of Mini Coconut Cream Cookie Bites but need a gluten-free option. You can still relish these treats by making a switch. Just replace the all-purpose flour with your gluten-free flour blend. Make sure to choose a baking blend to ensure your cookie crust maintains that perfect yet soft texture. Also double check that your vanilla pudding mix and rum extract are gluten-free. This small adjustment ensures that everyone regardless of limitations can savor the experience of these wonderful coconut cream bites.