Coconut Macaroons
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4.9
Coconut Macaroons
Description
This Coconut Macaroons recipe uses egg whites whipped with honey, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt, gently heated using a double boiler to create a warm, frothy base. Unsweetened coconut flakes are folded in until the mixture is fully combined, providing texture and coconut flavor.
Portioned using a medium cookie scoop onto parchment-lined baking trays, the macaroons are baked at a moderate temperature to develop a lightly browned exterior while preserving a soft inside. Cooling on the tray prevents breakage. Optionally, the bases can be dipped in melted chocolate for a complementary flavor and texture.
The combination results in a sweet treat that balances natural sweetness and the richness of coconut, suitable as an indulgent snack or dessert with a modest ingredient list.
Ingredients
- 2 egg large, whites
- ¼ cup honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 cups coconut flakes unsweetened
Chocolate Dip
- 4 ounces chocolate optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Add the egg whites, honey, vanilla extract, and salt to a mixing bowl. Place the mixing bowl on top of a saucepan with 1 to 2 inches of simmering water (creating a double boiler). Stir the mixture for 5 minutes, until frothy and very warm to the touch.
- Add the coconut and stir it into the mixture until it's well combined and no liquid remains.
- Using a medium cookie scoop (1 ½ tablespoons) place mounds of the batter onto a parchment lined baking tray. Bake the coconut macaroons for 25 minutes, checking on them towards the end to make sure they're not browning too quickly. Let cool completely on the baking tray before removing.
- If dipping the coconut macaroons in chocolate, melt the chocolate in 20-second increments in the microwave, until smooth. Dip the bottoms of the macaroons in the chocolate and wipe any excess off on the side of the bowl. Return them to the parchment paper lined baking tray and chill in the fridge for 5 minutes, or until the chocolate is firm.
Notes
- The nutrition information provided includes the optional chocolate dip.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8macaroons
Amount Per Serving
Calories 178 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 178kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 14g | 5% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 12g | 60% |
| Sodium | 93mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 133mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 6mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.9
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