Washboard Cookies

Coconutty, crispy, buttery washboard cookies with charming ridges that look like Grandma’s washboard. Nostalgic and perfect for sharing.

Prep time

25 minutes

Cook time

15 minutes

Total time

40 minutes

Yield

30 cookies

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour (10 oz)

1/2 teaspoon baking powder

1/4 teaspoon baking soda

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

8 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened)

1 cup packed light brown sugar (7 oz)

1 large egg (room temperature)

2 tablespoons milk (or coconut milk)

1 cup sweetened shredded coconut (3 oz)

1/4 cup finely diced dried pineapple (optional)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and nutmeg together in a bowl.
2. Step 2: Cream butter and sugar in stand mixer until pale and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
3. Step 3: Add egg and milk, beat until combined.
4. Step 4: On low speed, add flour mixture and coconut, mix until just combined.
5. Step 5: Form dough into 15-inch log, flatten to 3×1 inches. Wrap and chill at least 45 minutes.
6. Step 6: Preheat oven to 350°F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
7. Step 7: Slice dough into 1/4-inch rectangles, space on sheets. Press ridges with floured fork.
8. Step 8: Bake 15–18 minutes, rotating sheets halfway, until toasty brown. Cool 10 minutes on sheet, then transfer to rack.

Notes

Chilling dough prevents spreading and keeps ridges defined. Freeze baked cookies up to 2 months.