SamoaFood.com How to make Masi Samoa - Samoan coconut cookies

coconut cream

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Light coconut milk reduces fat content while maintaining flavor.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: none

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a similar flavor profile.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness and moisture.

Combine 1 cup of coconut and 1 cup of sugar in a bowl.

Add 1 cup of flour to the mixture and mix well.

Gradually add water until the mixture is moist but not too wet.

Shape the mixture into small balls or patties.

Place the shaped cookies on a baking sheet.

Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.

Cool completely before serving.

Serve plain or with butter.

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