Description
These Coconut Macaroons are a delightful treat with a crispy exterior and chewy interior, perfect for coconut lovers. They are gluten-free and make for a sweet indulgence or a lovely holiday dessert.
Ingredients
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For the Macaroons:
- 3 cups sweetened shredded coconut
- 4 large egg whites
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
For Dipping (Optional):
- 4 ounces semi-sweet chocolate
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the Macaroon Mixture: In a large bowl, mix shredded coconut, sugar, salt, vanilla extract, and almond extract if using. In a separate bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form. Gently fold egg whites into coconut mixture.
- Bake the Macaroons: Using a scoop, place mounds of the mixture on the baking sheet. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack.
- Dip in Chocolate (Optional): Melt chocolate and dip cooled macaroons. Let chocolate set before serving.
Notes
- Store macaroons in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
- Almond extract can be omitted if preferred.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 macaroon
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
