Chocolate Coconut Nest Cookies Recipe

Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy.

Add in the egg and vanilla extract, stirring until well combined.

In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.

Stir in the shredded coconut.

Using a cookie scoop or spoon, form 1 1/2 tablespoon-sized balls of dough.

Place the dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet and press down the centers with your thumb to create a small indentation.

Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are firm.

Remove from oven and immediately press mini chocolate eggs in the center of each cookie to resemble a bird’s nest.

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.