Macaroons
Indulge in the chewy, golden perfection of homemade macaroons—a simple yet decadent treat bursting with the natural sweetness of shredded coconut and a touch of pure vanilla. In just 15 minutes of prep time, you'll whip up a mixture of sweetened condensed milk and stiffly beaten egg whites for an irresistibly light texture. Baked to toasty edges and a tender center, these coconut macaroons are perfect on their own or enhanced with a drizzle or dip of rich, melted chocolate. With a yield of 24 servings, these crowd-pleasers are ideal for holidays, gift-giving, or a delightful everyday snack. Whether you're searching for easy coconut desserts or gluten-free treats, this recipe is bound to satisfy your cravings.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams Sweetened shredded coconut
- 200 milliliters Sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon Pure vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 2 large Egg whites
- 120 grams Chocolate chips (optional, for drizzling or dipping)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded coconut, sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until well incorporated.
In a separate clean bowl, beat the egg whites with a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form.
Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the coconut mixture in three additions. Be careful not to deflate the egg whites too much.
Using a small cookie scoop or two spoons, drop tablespoon-sized mounds of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 23–25 minutes, or until the edges and tops are golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let the macaroons cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
If desired, melt the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval until smooth. Drizzle the melted chocolate over the cooled macaroons or dip the bottoms into the chocolate and place them on parchment paper until the chocolate hardens.
Store the macaroons in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2824 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 140.1 g | 180% | |
| Saturated Fat | 109.1 g | 546% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 87 mg | 29% | |
| Sodium | 1763 mg | 77% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 377.3 g | 137% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.4 g | 105% | |
| Total Sugars | 295.4 g | ||
| Protein | 46.1 g | 92% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 857 mg | 66% | |
| Iron | 7.8 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 1812 mg | 39% | |
*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.
