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Washboard Cookies

These classic Canadian washboard cookies are chewy, buttery, and crisp on the edges with a hearty bite from rolled oats and shredded coconut. They're named for the lined look created by a fork or dough cutter before baking. Perfect for a cozy snack or a nostalgic treat with tea or coffee.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Baked Goods, Cookies, Family Favorites, Old-Fashioned, Snacks
Cuisine Canadian
Servings 24
Calories 180 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1 egg large
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup rolled oats not instant
  • 1 cup shredded coconut sweetened or unsweetened

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture.
  • Stir in the rolled oats and shredded coconut until evenly mixed.
  • Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing 2 inches apart.
  • Press down gently with a fork or dough cutter to create ridges (the 'washboard' effect).
  • Bake for 12–15 minutes or until edges are golden. Let cool on the sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

For a nuttier twist, add 1/2 cup of chopped pecans or walnuts to the dough.

Nutrition

Calories: 180kcal
Keyword buttery, Chewy Cookies, Coconut, rolled oats, traditional recipe
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