Coconut Chewy Macaroons
Perfectly crisp on the outside and irresistibly chewy on the inside, Coconut Chewy Macaroons are a coconut lover's dream come true! Made with sweetened shredded coconut, creamy condensed milk, and a touch of vanilla, these bite-sized treats boast a rich, toasty flavor that's hard to resist. Whipped egg whites lend a delicate lightness, while optional drizzles or dips of melted chocolate add a decadent touch. Ready in just 35 minutes from start to finish, these easy-to-make macaroons are the ultimate treat for parties, holiday gatherings, or whenever a sweet craving strikes. Gluten-free and packed with tropical charm, they’re as satisfying as they are stunning.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups Sweetened shredded coconut
- 0.75 cups Sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 2 Egg whites
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 4 ounces Optional: Semi-sweet chocolate (for drizzling or dipping)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the sweetened shredded coconut, sweetened condensed milk, and vanilla extract. Mix until well incorporated.
In a separate, clean bowl, whisk the egg whites with the salt using a hand mixer or stand mixer on high speed until stiff peaks form. This should take about 3-4 minutes.
Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the coconut mixture. Be careful not to deflate the egg whites while ensuring the ingredients are evenly combined.
Using a medium cookie scoop or a spoon, drop heaping tablespoons of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until the edges of the macaroons are golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let the macaroons cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Optional: If you want to add chocolate, melt the semi-sweet chocolate in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring each time, until smooth. Drizzle the melted chocolate over the cooled macaroons or dip the bottoms into the chocolate and place them on parchment paper to set.
Serve immediately or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2479 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 122.2 g | 157% | |
| Saturated Fat | 94.5 g | 472% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 78 mg | 26% | |
| Sodium | 1613 mg | 70% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 330.7 g | 120% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.6 g | 91% | |
| Total Sugars | 260.5 g | ||
| Protein | 41.7 g | 83% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 764 mg | 59% | |
| Iron | 10.7 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 1701 mg | 36% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
