Coconut Macaroons
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Coconut Macaroons
Description
The Coconut Macaroons recipe starts by combining egg whites, granulated sugar, and sweetened shredded coconut in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Frequent stirring warms the mixture until it becomes sticky and cohesive, which takes about 12-15 minutes. Removing from heat, almond and vanilla extracts are stirred in to impart fragrant flavors.
After chilling the mixture in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes, tablespoon-sized portions are scooped onto a lined baking sheet. Baking at a low temperature of 300 degrees Fahrenheit for 27-30 minutes gently dries the exterior without browning too quickly, producing golden macaroons with a chewy texture inside.
The combination of sweetened coconut and fragrant extracts creates a dessert with both richness and subtle nuttiness. The method produces macaroons that hold together well while remaining moist internally, with a pleasant toasted flavor from the baking process.
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup egg from 5 large eggs, white
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 10 oz sweetened coconut flakes (Baker's (about 3 1/3 cups))
- 1/2 tsp almond extract
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
- pinch salt
Instructions
- In a heavy saucepan combine egg whites, sugar and coconut flakes and cook over medium-low heat, stirring frequently until all the ingredients combine together, about 12-15 minutes.
- The mixture should be sticky and moist, not dry.
- Remove from heat and stir in the almond and vanilla extracts. Set aside on a dish and let it cool in the refrigerator about 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 300F°.
- Using a tablespoon, scoop tightly packed tablespoonfuls onto a baking sheet covered with a silpat or parchment paper.
- Bake 27-30 minutes or until golden.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 17servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 129 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 2cookies | |
| Calories | 129kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 14.5g | 5% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 5.5g | 28% |
| Cholesterol | 54.5mg | 18% |
| Sodium | 74mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 13.5g | 27% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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