Coconut Biscuits

Coconut biscuits are a delightful, old-fashioned treat that combines the tropical flavor of coconut with a crunchy, buttery texture using only a few basic ingredients.

We love breads, muffins, and scones at our house.  Most every meal has some type of bread. When you get a little tired of the same old thing, this recipe will solve that problem.

You add that sweet and delicious coconut right in the dough and it adds sweetness, texture, and a little bit of tropical flavor. Top it with a simple glaze and it transforms into something amazing!  

We love these biscuits with breakfast, brunch, or as a snack. Our hope is that you and your family enjoy them as much as we do!

If you love this recipe, you might also enjoy my blueberry scones and rhubarb scones! Enjoy them with a dalgona coffee or hot chocolate bombs!

If these Coconut Biscuits caught your eye, you are sure to love our Chocolate Pistachio Honeycomb. These are sweet and delicious.

Why You Will Love This Sweet Biscuit Recipe

• Uses minimal pantry ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions making it simple to whip up a batch in no time.
• Perfect for all occasions.
• Kid-friendly recipe! They make an excellent addition to lunch boxes or as an after-school snack.
• You'll love the way your house smells while they bake.

Ingredients

This easy recipe requires simple ingredients you may already have on hand or you can pick up on a short trip to your local grocery store.

• All-Purpose Flour: A basic ingredient for any biscuit. You can also use a gluten-free flour blend if needed.
• Shredded Coconut: Use finely shredded, unsweetened desiccated coconut for a more consistent, delicate texture. Regular dried shredded or flaked coconut can add a bit of a crunch because they're slightly larger. You can also use toasted coconut for added flavor.
• Buttermilk or Heavy Whipping Cream: The choice is yours, whipping cream gives a slightly richer result but both taste great.
• Lemon or pineapple juice: Use either juice to make a simple glaze to pour over the top of these sweet biscuits. Choose your favorite flavor, both are delicious.

See the recipe card below for the exact quantities of each ingredient.

Substitutions and Variations

Don't have the correct ingredients on hand? Or want to change something up? Here are some helpful tips for you to change these coconut biscuits.

• No Coconut: Add one-third cup of your favorite chopped nuts like peanuts, hazelnuts, almonds, pecans, or walnuts to give your cookies added crunch.
• Add Chips: Add half a cup of chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, peanut butter chips, mint chocolate chips or caramel chips as well.
• Add Dried Fruits: You can chop up dried fruits such as raisins, pineapple or apricots.
• No Glaze: Drizzle melted chocolate on each cooled biscuit instead or simply enjoy them plain.

How to Make Coconut Biscuits

Here's a look at the main steps to make this easy sweet biscuit recipe.

1. Whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
2. Add the butter to the bowl.

3. Use two forks to mix the butter into the flour until it looks like crumbs.
4. Add the buttermilk or heavy cream.

5. Stir until everything is blended together.
6. Add the coconut and mix into the biscuit dough.

7. Roll the dough out on a lightly floured surface into a rectangle about 12 by 3 by 1 ¼ inches.
8. Cut the dough with your cookie cutter to make biscuits. As needed re-roll the dough out until you have made 10 biscuits.

9. Place the biscuits on your prepared baking sheet and brush the tops with a little heavy cream.
10. Bake the biscuits for 15 to 20 minutes until golden brown.

11. Combine the juice with the powdered sugar in a small saucepan and warm over low heat until the sugar is dissolved.
12. Whisk in the butter and lemon zest (if using). Stir constantly until smooth.

13. Let the biscuits cool for 5-10 minutes on a wire rack before you drizzle on the glaze.

Storage

Allow the biscuits to cool completely. Store them in an airtight container and keep at room temperature or up to 3 days or inside fridge for up to 5 days.

If stacking, place a piece of parchment paper between layers to keep them from sticking.

You can also freeze coconut biscuits. For best results, wrap each biscuit individually in plastic wrap and place them in a freezer-safe airtight container or resealable freezer bag for up to 2 months.

When you're ready to enjoy them, simply thaw at room temperature for a few hours or in the microwave for a few seconds.

What to Serve with Sweet Biscuits

When it comes to serving your coconut biscuits, you'll want to showcase their delightful texture and taste. Here are some ideas:

• Serve them on a plate or in a bowl as a snack alongside a cup of tea or coffee.
• Add a spread of butter, rhubarb jam, mango jam, or your favorite preserves.
• On any dessert tray, served with fruit, cheese, scoop of ice cream, dollop of whipped cream or whatever your heart desires.
• For a breakfast event they go great with this hash brown breakfast casserole or breakfast kabobs.

Tips

When making Coconut Biscuits, it's essential to follow a few key tips to create your perfect treat. Here are some suggestions to help you:

• Mix the dough gently. It's best to stir just enough to incorporate all the ingredients. When it's mixed too much you may end up with tough biscuits.
• Transfer the baked biscuits to a wire rack immediately. This allows even cooling, which helps the biscuits maintain their shape and avoid becoming soggy before being glazed.
• Make sure your butter is in cold small pieces before using in recipe.

FAQ

Do you have questions about coconut biscuits? Here are some of the most commonly asked questions about them.

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This post was originally published March 2017. It's been updated with new images and content.