Description
Coconut macaroons are a delightful treat that transports you to tropical paradise with their chewy texture and sweet flavor. These easy-to-make bites require just a handful of ingredients, making them perfect for any occasion. With golden-brown tops and customizable options like chocolate drizzles, they promise to impress your guests and satisfy your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
Scale
- 14 oz (398g) sweetened shredded coconut
- 14 oz (396g) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 large egg whites
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix together the shredded coconut, condensed milk, vanilla extract, egg whites, and salt until well combined.
- Using a cookie scoop or two spoons, drop rounded tablespoons of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet about an inch apart.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown on top.
- Let cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Optional: Drizzle melted chocolate over cooled macaroons for added decadence.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 91
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 34mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, consider adding chocolate chips or nuts into the mixture before baking. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.