Description
Witte Chocolade Kokosgebakjes are soft and creamy Dutch-inspired white chocolate coconut pastries featuring a rich coconut filling, buttery base, and sweet white chocolate topping.
Ingredients
- 2 cups shredded coconut
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup white chocolate chips, melted
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- Extra shredded coconut for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line a muffin tin or small baking molds.
- In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, salt, and shredded coconut.
- In another bowl, whisk melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Add dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until combined.
- Spoon the batter evenly into prepared molds.
- Bake for 18-22 minutes until lightly golden and set.
- Allow pastries to cool completely.
- Heat heavy cream until warm and pour over white chocolate chips. Stir until smooth.
- Spoon or drizzle white chocolate ganache over the pastries.
- Sprinkle extra shredded coconut on top before serving.
Notes
- Use sweetened or unsweetened coconut depending on preference.
- Do not overbake to keep the pastries moist.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Toast the coconut garnish for extra flavor.
- These pastries pair well with coffee or tea.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Dutch