Description
Delightful coconut macaroons that are crunchy on the outside and chewy on the inside, perfect for sweet nostalgia.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 2/3 cups sweetened shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 egg whites
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Combine the sweetened shredded coconut, granulated sugar, and salt in a large bowl.
- Whisk the egg whites and vanilla extract in a separate bowl until frothy.
- Pour the egg white mixture into the dry ingredients and mix well until combined.
- Scoop the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, keeping them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Cool on the baking sheet for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Try dipping the macaroons in melted dark chocolate for a luxurious touch!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: coconut macaroons, cookies, dessert, gluten-free, sweet treats