Soft Coconut Cream Pudding Cookies (Bakery-Style & Ultra Chewy)
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Electric hand mixer or stand mixer
- Measuring cups and measuring spoons
- Rubber spatula
- Cookie scoop (2 tablespoon size for bakery-style cookies)
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Cooling rack
Ingredients
- ¾ cup unsalted butter softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup light brown sugar
- 1 3.4 oz box instant coconut cream pudding mix such as Jell-O instant coconut cream pudding mix
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- Optional: ½ cup white chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream butter and both sugars together until light and fluffy (about 2–3 minutes).
- Beat in the dry coconut cream pudding mix until combined.
- Add eggs and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
- Stir in flour, baking soda, and salt just until combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in white chocolate chips if using.
- Scoop 2-tablespoon portions of dough onto the baking sheet for thick, bakery-style cookies.
- Bake 9–11 minutes, until edges are set but centers still look slightly soft.
- Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- For extra thick coconut cream pudding cookies: Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking. This helps prevent spreading and creates a more bakery-style texture.
- Do not overbake. These soft coconut pudding mix cookies should look slightly underdone in the center when removed from the oven. They will continue setting as they cool.
- No shredded coconut needed. The coconut cream pudding mix provides plenty of coconut flavor without adding texture, making these cookies smooth and ultra soft.
- Want more coconut flavor? Add ¼ teaspoon coconut extract for a stronger coconut cream taste.
- Storage: Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days. These coconut pudding cookies stay soft longer than traditional sugar cookies thanks to the pudding mix.
- Freezing Instructions: Freeze baked cookies for up to 2 months. You can also freeze the cookie dough balls and bake from frozen, adding 1–2 extra minutes to bake time.
- Optional add-ins: White chocolate chips pair beautifully with coconut cream flavor and make these cookies feel more like a coconut cream dessert.
🥥 Coconut Cream Pudding Cookies FAQ
❓ What does coconut cream pudding mix do in cookies?
Coconut cream pudding mix adds moisture, structure, and concentrated coconut flavor to the dough. It helps create soft coconut pudding cookies with thick centers and chewy edges while preventing the cookies from drying out.
❓ Do coconut pudding mix cookies taste like coconut flakes?
No. These coconut cream pudding cookies do not contain shredded coconut, so the texture is smooth and soft. The coconut flavor comes entirely from the pudding mix, giving a creamy coconut taste without any chewy coconut pieces.
❓ Can I use a different pudding flavor?
Yes. While coconut cream pudding mix gives these cookies their signature flavor, you can substitute vanilla, banana cream, or white chocolate pudding mix. The texture will stay soft and bakery-style, but the flavor profile will change.
❓ Why are my pudding mix cookies flat?
If your coconut pudding mix cookies spread too much, it may be due to:
- Butter that was too soft or melted
- Not enough flour
- Skipping a chill step
For thicker cookies, chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking.
❓ How do I keep coconut cookies soft?
To keep coconut cream cookies soft:
- Do not overbake
- Store in an airtight container
- Add a slice of bread to the container to retain moisture
Pudding mix naturally helps cookies stay soft longer than traditional sugar cookie recipes.
❓ Can I freeze coconut cream pudding cookie dough?
Yes. Scoop the dough into balls and freeze on a baking sheet. Once solid, transfer to a freezer bag. Bake from frozen, adding 1–2 extra minutes to the bake time.
❓ Are these cookies good for bake sales?
Yes. These soft coconut cream pudding cookies hold their shape well, stay moist for days, and transport easily, making them ideal for parties, bake sales, or gifting.
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