Tis the Season Coconut Macaroons
Get into the festive spirit with these irresistibly chewy and golden-brown 'Tis the Season Coconut Macaroons! Made with just a handful of pantry staples like sweetened shredded coconut, sweetened condensed milk, and fluffy whisked egg whites, these delightful holiday treats come together in no time—perfect for gifting or holiday parties. A hint of vanilla and optional almond extract adds a cozy, nutty flavor, while a drizzle of rich dark chocolate gives these coconut macaroons an elegant finish. Ready in under 40 minutes, this easy macaroon recipe is sure to become a seasonal favorite, pairing beautifully with a warm mug of hot cocoa or spiced tea.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups Sweetened shredded coconut
- 0.75 cup Sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon Almond extract (optional)
- 2 Large egg whites
- 0.25 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 4 ounces Dark chocolate (for drizzling)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). 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 almond extract (if using). Stir until well mixed.
In a separate clean bowl, whisk the egg whites and kosher salt together until stiff peaks form. This can be done using a hand mixer or a stand mixer on high speed.
Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the coconut mixture until fully incorporated.
Using a tablespoon or a small cookie scoop, drop rounded spoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing each macaroon about 1 inch apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the macaroons are golden brown on the edges and set in the middle.
Remove from oven and allow the macaroons to cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once the macaroons have cooled, melt the dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl set over a pot of simmering water (or microwave in 15-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth).
Drizzle the melted chocolate over the cooled macaroons using a spoon or a piping bag. Let the chocolate set completely before serving or storing.
Enjoy your festive 'Tis the Season Coconut Macaroons with a cup of hot cocoa or tea!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2597 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 137.4 g | 176% | |
| Saturated Fat | 102.0 g | 510% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 78 mg | 26% | |
| Sodium | 1148 mg | 50% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 329.9 g | 120% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.6 g | 91% | |
| Total Sugars | 260.7 g | ||
| Protein | 41.8 g | 84% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 764 mg | 59% | |
| Iron | 12.3 mg | 68% | |
| Potassium | 1928 mg | 41% | |
*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.
