Description
These Coconut Almond Macaroons are chewy, golden, and irresistibly rich with coconut flavor. Made with shredded coconut, almond extract, and a hint of sweetness, they bake into soft, lightly crisp cookies that melt in your mouth.
Ingredients
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For the Macaroons
- 3 cups sweetened shredded coconut
- ¾ cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large egg whites
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup sliced or chopped almonds (optional for added crunch)
Optional Chocolate Drizzle / Dip
- 1 cup semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil (optional)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Mixture
- Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix shredded coconut, sweetened condensed milk, almond extract, and vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk egg whites with salt until soft peaks form.
- Fold whipped egg whites into the coconut mixture until fully combined.
- Stir in almonds if using.
2. Shape the Macaroons
- Use a small cookie scoop or spoon to portion 1½-tablespoon mounds onto the baking sheet.
- Keep them slightly rounded for a traditional look.
3. Bake
- Bake for 18–22 minutes, until the edges are golden brown.
- Let cool completely on the baking sheet.
4. Optional Chocolate Finish
- Melt chocolate chips (and coconut oil if using) in a microwave or double boiler.
- Drizzle melted chocolate over macaroons or dip the bottoms.
- Chill until the chocolate sets.
Notes
- For extra almond flavor, add ½ cup finely chopped almonds to the batter.
- If you prefer less sweetness, use unsweetened shredded coconut but add +2 tablespoons condensed milk.
- Egg whites must be whipped—this creates lighter, fluffier macaroons.
- Prep Time: PT10M
- Cook Time: PT20M
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 macaroon
- Calories: 120 Kcal
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg