Macaroons Made Easy
Delight your taste buds with 'Macaroons Made Easy,' a simple, fail-proof recipe perfect for coconut lovers! Featuring just five basic ingredients—unsweetened shredded coconut, sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, fluffy whisked egg whites, and a pinch of salt—these golden, chewy confections are ready in under 40 minutes. Whether drizzled or dipped in melty chocolate for a decadent twist, these homemade macaroons are everything you love about classic coconut cookies with none of the hassle. Ideal for novice bakers or seasoned pros, this easy macaroon recipe is your go-to for creating impressive, crowd-pleasing treats in no time. Perfect for celebrations, gifting, or everyday snacking, these cookies are as versatile as they are delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 g Unsweetened shredded coconut
- 200 ml Sweetened condensed milk
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 2 large Egg whites
- 1 pinch Salt
- 100 g Chocolate (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, and vanilla extract. Stir until well mixed.
In a separate bowl, whisk the egg whites and salt until stiff peaks form. You can use a hand mixer or a stand mixer for best results.
Gently fold the whisked egg whites into the coconut mixture using a spatula. Fold until everything is just combined; avoid overmixing to maintain the airy texture.
Using a tablespoon or a small cookie scoop, portion out the mixture and place mounds on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the macaroons are golden brown on the edges and lightly toasted on top.
Remove from the oven and let the macaroons cool completely on the baking sheets before transferring them to a wire rack.
If desired, melt the chocolate in a microwave or double boiler. Drizzle it over the cooled macaroons or dip their bottoms into the chocolate for added flavor. Allow the chocolate to set before serving.
Serve and enjoy your easy homemade macaroons! Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3387 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 245.2 g | 314% | |
| Saturated Fat | 202.2 g | 1011% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 87 mg | 29% | |
| Sodium | 738 mg | 32% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 276.9 g | 101% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 60.2 g | 215% | |
| Total Sugars | 215.6 g | ||
| Protein | 55.5 g | 111% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 877 mg | 67% | |
| Iron | 14.6 mg | 81% | |
| Potassium | 3118 mg | 66% | |
*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.
