Description
Delightful coconut macaroons bring tropical sweetness to classic dessert lovers, promising pure indulgence with each bite. Crisp exterior and tender center showcase simple ingredients dancing together in perfect harmony, inviting you to savor a moment of pure culinary bliss.
Ingredients
Scale
Coconut Macaroons Ingredients:
Main Ingredients:
- 14 ounces (396 grams) sweetened shredded coconut
- 14 ounces (396 grams) sweetened condensed milk
- 2 extra-large egg whites
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- Prepare oven at 325F (160C) and arrange parchment paper on baking sheets for optimal cookie placement.
- Combine shredded coconut, sweetened condensed milk, and pure vanilla extract in a spacious mixing bowl, stirring until thoroughly blended.
- Whip egg whites with a pinch of salt, creating medium-firm peaks that hold their shape with gentle structure.
- Gently incorporate whipped egg whites into coconut mixture, folding carefully to maintain airy texture without deflating the whites.
- Using a rounded scoop or spoon, create uniform mounds of mixture onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them evenly to allow proper browning.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, monitoring until edges and peaks transform into a rich golden-brown color, indicating caramelization and perfect doneness.
- Remove from oven and allow macaroons to cool completely on baking sheets, enabling them to firm up and develop a delicate crisp exterior.
Notes
- Achieve the perfect texture by ensuring egg whites are whipped to medium-firm peaks, creating a light and airy base for the macaroons.
- Prevent sticking by using parchment paper and spacing mounds evenly on the baking tray, allowing proper air circulation.
- For a gluten-free option, double-check that all ingredients are certified gluten-free, making this treat suitable for those with dietary restrictions.
- Enhance flavor by drizzling melted dark chocolate over cooled macaroons or dipping the bottoms for an indulgent twist on the classic recipe.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 195 kcal
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 75 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg