Almond Joy with Coconut (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 teaspoon baking soda
03 - ½ teaspoon salt
04 - 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
05 - ⅔ cup granulated sugar
06 - ⅔ cup brown sugar
07 - 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
08 - 1 teaspoon coconut extract
09 - 2 large eggs
10 - 3 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips or dark chocolate chips
11 - 2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
12 - 1 cup sliced almonds

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone baking mats, and set aside.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
03 - Using a hand mixer, cream together the butter and sugars until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes. Add the vanilla extract, coconut extract, and eggs, and mix to combine.
04 - Add the dry ingredients into the butter mixture in two additions, beating until the dough is well combined. Fold in the chocolate chips, coconut, and almonds.
05 - Using a medium cookie scoop (2 tablespoons size), drop dough by rounded spoonfuls onto prepared baking sheets, leaving a little room in between for spreading.
06 - Bake for 11 to 13 minutes, until edges are set and golden brown. Allow cookies to cool for 5 minutes before moving to cooling racks to cool completely.

# Notes:

01 - Cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. Store them with a slice of bread to keep them soft and chewy longer.
02 - To freeze, wrap each cookie in plastic wrap and place in a freezer-safe bag. Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge or at room temperature for 30 minutes.