Coconut Chocolate Shell Cookies
- felichiccuisine
- Dec 15, 2024
- 3 min read
Updated: May 3
The kind of cookies that melt in your mouth!
These Coconut Chocolate Shell Cookies are so easy to prepare, requiring only a little dexterity and minimal effort. Made with simple ingredients these Coconut Chocolate Shells are filled with a luscious chocolate spread and sprinkled with coconut flakes.
They are the dessert that will steal the show at any holiday table. Tender and delicate, with a melt-in-your-mouth texture, these pretty chocolate “shells” will impress your guests with their heavenly taste.
The recipe includes a little secret: all the ingredients are measured based on the weight of the eggs used, adding a sense of precision and tradition. The simplicity of the preparation perfectly complements the refined elegance of this dessert, making it ideal for special occasions.
A Sweet Tradition: Family, Love, and Holiday Joy
For me, Coconut Chocolate Shell Cookies hold a special place in my heart. They bring back fond memories of family gatherings at my grandparents' house during the winter holidays.
The Christmas table was never complete without this dessert, lovingly made by my aunt. Each cookie takes me back to those cherished moments, reminding me of the magic of the holidays and the joy of being together.
Why & How We Weigh the Ingredients for This Recipe
As mentioned, the secret to this recipe lies in weighing the ingredients based on the weight of the eggs used.
Why is this step important? The weight of eggs can vary considerably, and getting the right proportions between ingredients is essential for achieving tender cookies.
For example, a large egg weighs about 50 g, a medium egg 44 g, and a small egg 38 g. To ensure an ideal balance between the wet ingredients (eggs) and the dry ingredients (flour), start by weighing the eggs. Then, adjust the quantities of sugar and flour based on this weight.
The Key to Tender Cookies
In my case, the 4 eggs I used weighed 260 g. I chose to add the same amount of sugar (260 g) but slightly reduced the flour to 250 g, to create a finer, more tender cookie. This adjustment helps form a softer dough, which gives the cookies the delicate texture desired.
With this technique, the perfect balance between ingredients is maintained, preventing the cookies from becoming too dry and giving them exceptional tenderness.
Tips for a Successful Recipe
To get the perfect shape for these cookies, it’s important to work quickly as soon as you take the tray out of the oven. The shells are delicate and harden fast, so you should handle them while they’re still soft.
Using a thin metal spatula or a wide knife, gently lift each shell off the tray. Then, carefully fold one corner to form a shell shape. Place them on a platter and let them cool completely.
It’s a simple process, but it requires a bit of attention and speed. The result is definitely worth it: cookies with a beautiful shape and a delicate texture that melts in your mouth.
Why Do the Shells Harden Quickly After Baking?
Ingredients like sugar and egg whites form a network that becomes firmer as it cools, causing the cookies to become crisp and harden quickly.
For this reason, it’s important to shape the shells immediately after taking them out of the oven, before they cool too much and become fragile and difficult to handle.
Enjoy!
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