🌈🥥😋Rainbow Coconut Dream Boats! ✨

🌈🥥😋Rainbow Coconut Dream Boats! ✨
Irresistible Rainbow Coconut Dream Boats! Crispy cookies filled with creamy, sweet coconut. A fun & delicious treat! Perfect for parties & desserts. #RainbowCookies


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Ingredients:**


*For the Rainbow Cookie Shells:*


  1 ½ cups (180g) all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting

  ½ teaspoon baking powder

  ¼ teaspoon salt

  ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened

  ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar

  1 large egg

  1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  Gel food coloring (red, yellow, blue, green) - Ensure all colors are permissible in your region.


*For the Creamy Coconut Jewel Filling:*


  1 ½ cups (120g) shredded unsweetened coconut

  ½ cup (113g) cream cheese, softened

  ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar

  1 teaspoon coconut extract (optional, but recommended!)

  2 tablespoons milk or cream (any kind, adjust as needed for consistency)

  Edible glitter (optional, for extra sparkle!)


*Equipment:*


  Mixing bowls (various sizes)

  Electric mixer (handheld or stand mixer)

  Measuring cups and spoons

  Baking sheets

  Parchment paper

  Rolling pin

  Cookie cutters (boat shape recommended, or any shape you prefer)

  Small bowls for food coloring

  Toothpicks or small brushes for swirling color


*Instructions:*


*Get Started (Cookie Dough Prep):*


1.  *Combine Dry Ingredients:* In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

2.  *Cream Butter & Sugar:* In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy using an electric mixer. This usually takes 2-3 minutes.

3.  *Add Egg & Vanilla:* Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.

4.  *Gradually Add Dry Ingredients:* Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

5.  *Divide & Color the Dough:* Divide the dough into four equal portions. Place each portion in a separate small bowl. Add a few drops of gel food coloring to each bowl (red, yellow, blue, green). Use a toothpick or your hands (wearing gloves to prevent staining) to knead the color into each portion of dough until evenly colored.


*Creating the Rainbow Effect & Baking:*


6. *Rainbow Swirl:* On a lightly floured surface, roll out each color of dough into a long rope, about 1/2 inch thick. Gently press the ropes of dough together side by side, creating a rainbow-colored strip.

7. *Roll & Cut:* Gently roll the rainbow dough strip to about 1/4 inch thickness. Cut out boat shapes (or your preferred shapes) using cookie cutters.

8.  *Bake:* Place the cookies onto baking sheets lined with parchment paper, leaving about 1 inch of space between each cookie. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.

9.  *Cool:* Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.


*Making the Coconut Jewel Filling:*


10. *Combine Filling Ingredients:* In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded coconut, sugar, and coconut extract (if using). Mix well until smooth and creamy.

11. *Adjust Consistency:* Add milk or cream, one tablespoon at a time, until the filling reaches your desired consistency. It should be spreadable but not too runny.


*Assembly & Final Flourishes:*


12. *Fill the Boats:* Once the cookies are completely cool, use a small spoon or piping bag to fill the center of each cookie with the creamy coconut filling.

13. *Sparkle (Optional):* Sprinkle a pinch of edible glitter over the coconut filling for a touch of magic!

14. *Serve & Enjoy:* Arrange the Rainbow Coconut Dream Boats on a platter and serve. These cookies are best enjoyed within a few days.