Description
Learn how to make delicious coconut macaroons with this easy recipe. These sweet, chewy treats are perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 4 cups sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For Meringue:
- 2 large egg whites
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix coconut mixture: In a large bowl, combine shredded coconut, sweetened condensed milk, and vanilla extract until fully mixed.
- Whip egg whites: In a separate bowl, whisk egg whites with salt until stiff peaks form.
- Combine mixtures: Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the coconut mixture.
- Bake: Using a tablespoon or small scoop, drop mounds of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 20–25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Cool and serve: Allow the macaroons to cool on a wire rack before serving or dipping in chocolate if desired.
Notes
- For chocolate-dipped macaroons, melt semi-sweet chocolate and dip the bottoms once cooled.
- Ensure egg whites are whipped to stiff peaks for a light texture.
- Store macaroons in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20–25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American/French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 macaroon
- Calories: ~130 kcal
- Sugar: ~12 g
- Sodium: ~60 mg
- Fat: ~7 g
- Saturated Fat: ~6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: ~15 g
- Fiber: ~1 g
- Protein: ~2 g
- Cholesterol: ~5 mg
