Coconut Macaroons
Delightful coconut macaroons that are easy to make and bring back cherished memories.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 20 macaroons 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Gluten-Free
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 2 2/3 cups shredded coconut
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 egg whites
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Optional: chocolate for dipping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Combine the shredded coconut, sweetened condensed milk, and vanilla extract in a mixing bowl.
- Whip the egg whites and salt in another bowl until stiff peaks form.
- Fold the whipped egg whites into the coconut mixture until combined.
- Form spoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Cool before dipping in melted chocolate, if desired.
Notes
For intense coconut flavor, use unsweetened shredded coconut. Store in an airtight container for up to a week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 macaroon
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 24mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1.6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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