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Coconut Macaroons

Made with sweetened coconut flakes, egg whites, and just a few other ingredients, these Coconut Macaroons are moist, chewy, and perfectly flavored.
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Prep Time 35 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 17
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 0.75 cup egg whites from 5 large eggs
  • 0.66 cup granulated sugar
  • 10 oz sweetened coconut flakes Baker's (about 3.33 cups)
  • 0.5 tsp almond extract
  • 0.25 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch salt

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. 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.
  2. The mixture should be sticky and moist, not dry.
  3. 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.
  4. Preheat the oven to 300°F.
  5. Using a tablespoon, scoop tightly packed tablespoonfuls onto a baking sheet covered with a silpat or parchment paper.
  6. Bake 27-30 minutes or until golden.

Notes

These macaroons are wonderful for Passover and Christmas baking but can be enjoyed anytime.