Macaroons Made with Fresh Coconut
Delight your taste buds with these irresistible Macaroons Made with Fresh Coconut—a tropical twist on a classic treat. Featuring freshly grated coconut for an unparalleled burst of natural sweetness and texture, these macaroons are perfectly golden, chewy, and indulgent. Bound together with sweetened condensed milk and lightened by airy, beaten egg whites, every bite is a balance of richness and fluffiness. For an extra layer of decadence, drizzle them with melted dark chocolate for a treat that feels like a dessert and indulgence all in one. Ready in under 40 minutes, these easy-to-make macaroons are perfect for entertaining, gifting, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth. Whether served as an elegant tea-time snack or a post-dinner dessert, their tropical allure and homemade charm will have everyone reaching for seconds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Fresh coconut, grated
- 0.5 cups Sweetened condensed milk
- 2 large Egg whites
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 4 ounces Dark chocolate (optional, for drizzling)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Using a fresh coconut, crack it open, remove the meat, and grate 2 cups worth of fresh coconut. Make sure to avoid using the brown skin.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated coconut, sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir until thoroughly mixed.
In a separate clean, dry bowl, beat the egg whites using an electric mixer or whisk until soft peaks form. Gradually add the granulated sugar while continuing to beat until stiff peaks form.
Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the coconut mixture, being careful to retain as much air as possible.
Using a spoon or a small cookie scoop, drop mounds of the mixture (about 1 heaping tablespoon each) onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the tops and edges of the macaroons are golden brown.
Remove the macaroons from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Optional: For a chocolate drizzle, melt the dark chocolate in the microwave or a double boiler, then use a fork or piping bag to drizzle the melted chocolate over the cooled macaroons. Allow the chocolate to set before serving.
Store macaroons in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or in the refrigerator for longer storage.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2330 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 174.1 g | 223% | |
| Saturated Fat | 151.0 g | 755% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 52 mg | 17% | |
| Sodium | 989 mg | 43% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 183.0 g | 67% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 43.2 g | 154% | |
| Total Sugars | 138.6 g | ||
| Protein | 35.1 g | 70% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 504 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 12.0 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 2391 mg | 51% | |
*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.
