Coconut Icebox Cookies
Coconut Icebox Cookies are a classic American refrigerator cookie, where the dough is chilled in a log before slicing and baking. They are typically made with a buttery dough loaded with sweetened shredded coconut, often featuring a chewy texture and a crisp, golden edge. This method of chilling the dough makes them a convenient and popular homemade treat.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
These cookies are high in carbohydrates and fat, primarily from sugar, butter, and coconut. They provide quick energy but are low in protein and key micronutrients, with a typical cookie containing around 100-150 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 220 kcal |
| Protein | 2.5 g |
| Carbs | 28 g |
| Fat | 12 g |
| Fiber | 1.5 g |
| Sugar | 15 g |
| Sodium | 120 mg |
| Iron | 1.2 mg |
| Calcium | 20 mg |
| Potassium | 60 mg |
| Magnesium | 10 mg |
| Phosphorus | 30 mg |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) | 0.1 mg |
| Folate | 15 mcg |
| Manganese | 0.3 mg |
Per 3 cookies (45 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The 'icebox' name is a nostalgic nod to early-to-mid 20th century American kitchens, referring to the refrigerator's predecessor. Nutritionally, the coconut adds a distinct tropical flavor and a chewy texture, along with some dietary fiber and manganese, though it also contributes significantly to the saturated fat content.
