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A close-up of coconut macaroons, dipped in dark chocolate and drizzled with more chocolate.

Coconut Macaroons

5 from 1 vote
These gluten-free coconut macaroons are crispy on the outside, soft and chewy inside, and delightfully sweet.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
cooling 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 20 Macaroons
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 130
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6 large egg whites room temperature for best results
  • ½ cup 110g granulated sugar sweetens and helps crisp the macaroons
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract pure for flavor depth
  • ½ teaspoon almond extract adds a nutty touch
  • 5 cups 425g sweetened shredded coconut roughly chopped for a more compact macaroon
  • optional: 4-ounce semi-sweet chocolate bars (226g) finely chopped for dipping

Method
 

  1. Pulse the shredded coconut in a food processor for finer texture.
  2. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  3. Beat the egg whites, sugar, vanilla, and almond extract with an electric mixer on medium-high until foamy and slightly thickened, about 1 minute.
  4. Gently fold in the chopped coconut until well-coated.
  5. Scoop about 1.5 tablespoons (30g) of the mixture per cookie and arrange on the baking sheets, leaving 2 inches between each.
  6. Bake for 20 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through, until golden brown.
  7. Cool for 10 minutes on the baking sheets, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. (optional) Melt the chocolate in a microwave or double boiler and dip each macaroon into the melted chocolate.
  9. Allow the chocolate to set either at room temperature or in the fridge.

Nutrition

Serving: 30gCalories: 130kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 10mgPotassium: 40mgFiber: 1gSugar: 16gCalcium: 2mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These macaroons are a delightful gluten-free treat, perfect for any occasion. Their chewy interior and crispy edges make them irresistible, and you can even dip them in chocolate for an extra indulgence.

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