Coconut Macaroons
Chewy, golden coconut cookies made with sweetened shredded coconut, condensed milk, whipped egg whites, and vanilla.
Instructions
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Step 1
Heat the oven to 170°C. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Step 2
Combine the coconut, sweetened condensed milk, and vanilla extract in a large mixing bowl.
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Step 3
Place the egg whites and salt in a medium bowl. Beat with an electric mixer until glossy, stiff peaks form.
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Step 4
Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the coconut mixture until no large white streaks remain.
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Step 5
Scoop 24 compact mounds onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 3 cm apart.
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Step 6
Bake at 170°C until the coconut tips and lower edges are golden and the centers are set.
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Step 7
Cool the macaroons on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition (Estimated)
Food safety
Caution: low
Do not eat the unbaked mixture. Bake until the centers are set and have reached at least 71°C. Cool completely before storing in an airtight container.
Risk factors
- Raw egg whites before baking
- Hot oven and baking sheet