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Coconut Macaroon Recipe

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  • Author: ChefEmma
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 20 macaroons 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

These Coconut Macaroons are chewy, golden, and deliciously sweet cookies made with shredded coconut and egg whites. They’re quick to make and perfect for coconut lovers.


Ingredients

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  • 3 cups sweetened shredded coconut
  • 4 large egg whites
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Optional: 4 oz semi-sweet chocolate, melted (for dipping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the egg whites, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until frothy.
  3. Fold in the shredded coconut until fully combined.
  4. Use a cookie scoop or spoon to drop heaping tablespoons of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
  5. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the edges and tops are golden brown.
  6. Remove from the oven and let cool completely on a wire rack.
  7. Optional: Dip the bottoms of the cooled macaroons in melted chocolate and place them on parchment paper until set.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, toast the shredded coconut slightly before mixing.
  • Store in an airtight container for up to a week.
  • Make sure egg whites are well whisked for better texture.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 macaroon
  • Calories: 110
  • Sugar: 11g
  • Sodium: 40mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 1g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 13g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg