Coconut Lemon Oatmeal Cookies

These Coconut Lemon Oatmeal Cookies blend the traditional flavors of oatmeal cookies with a zesty twist from lemon and a hint of sweetness from coconut. The combination of rolled oats and coconut gives these cookies a chewy texture, while the citrus adds a refreshing brightness, making them a delightful treat for any time of day.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1/2 cup flour
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup white sugar
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 1/2 cup coconut, shredded
• 1 egg
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• Zest of 1 lemon
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and white sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the egg, lemon juice, and lemon zest to the mixture and beat until well combined.
4. In another bowl, combine the rolled oats, flour, shredded coconut, salt, and baking powder.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
6. Drop spoonfuls of the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
8. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.