Description
Coconut Macaroons are a deliciously chewy treat that brings tropical vibes to any occasion. With their golden-brown exterior and soft, sweet center, these cookies are bound to transport you to sunlit beaches with every bite. Made with minimal ingredients, they are incredibly easy to whip up and can be customized to suit your taste. Perfect for gatherings or a delightful snack during movie nights, these macaroons will impress anyone who tries them.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup condensed milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 large egg whites
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2. In a large bowl, mix the shredded coconut, condensed milk, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined.
- 3. In a separate bowl, whip the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
- 4. Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the coconut mixture until just combined.
- 5. Using a cookie scoop or two spoons, drop mounds of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet about an inch apart.
- 6. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool on the baking sheet for five minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg