1-Getting Started with Prep: First, preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. This setup helps everything bake evenly and makes cleanup a snap. In a large bowl, combine the sweetened coconut flakes, semi-sweet chocolate chips, chopped lightly salted almonds, and sweetened condensed milk until it’s all mixed well no fancy mixers needed here!

2-Shaping and Baking: Next, scoop the dough onto your prepared baking sheet using a cookie scoop for uniform sizes. Moisten your fingertips with water to shape each scoop into a disc, patting the tops flat so they bake up just right. Pop them in the oven for 12 to 14 minutes, watching until the coconut tips turn golden brown for that perfect doneness.

After baking, let the cookies cool completely on the baking sheet to set their shape. The whole process, from prep to plate, takes about 17 minutes total, with just 5 minutes of hands-on time. These tips, like using parchment paper, ensure your cookies come out chewy and delicious every time.