Description
Coconut Macaroons are a delightful treat that combine the rich sweetness of coconut with the lightness of airy egg whites. These chewy morsels, with their golden-brown crusts and soft interiors, are perfect for any occasion. Easy to make and endlessly customizable, these macaroons will fill your kitchen with a heavenly aroma that invites everyone to indulge. Whether enjoyed fresh or as part of a dessert platter, they’re sure to leave smiles all around.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups sweetened shredded coconut
- 2 large egg whites (room temperature)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine coconut, sugar, salt, and vanilla extract; mix well.
- Gently fold in egg whites until just incorporated.
- Using a cookie scoop, drop heaping tablespoons onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown on top; allow to cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg