Description
These Coconut Macaroons are soft, chewy, and loaded with coconut flavor. Made with simple ingredients, this easy coconut macaroons recipe comes together fast and delivers bakery-style texture with every bite.
Ingredients
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- 3 cups sweetened shredded coconut
- 3/4 cup sweetened condensed milk (about half a can)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 large egg whites
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- In a large bowl, stir together the shredded coconut, sweetened condensed milk, and vanilla extract until evenly combined.
- In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites with the salt until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the coconut mixture.
- Use a small cookie scoop or two spoons to portion heaping tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake the macaroons for 22 to 25 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 to 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool fully.
Notes
- This recipe is perfect for gatherings or as a quick dessert.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 macaroon
- Calories: 173
- Sugar: 14 grams
- Sodium: 50 milligrams
- Fat: 9 grams
- Saturated Fat: 6 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 20 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 2 grams
- Cholesterol: 0 milligrams
Keywords: Coconut Macaroons, Dessert, Baking