Description
Coconut macaroons are a tropical delight that combines chewy sweetness with a crispy exterior. These bite-sized treats, infused with the rich aroma of toasted coconut, are perfect for any occasion—from family gatherings to quiet afternoons at home. Easy to make and visually stunning, they promise to bring joy to your dessert table and leave everyone craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 2 large egg whites
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix sweetened shredded coconut and sweetened condensed milk until sticky.
- Gently fold in egg whites until just combined.
- Add vanilla extract and salt; stir lightly to incorporate.
- Scoop rounded mounds onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 macaroon (30g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg