Coconut Almond Macaroons
Coconut Almond Macaroons are your ticket to a tropical escape, bringing the sweet, satisfying flavors of coconut and almond right to your dessert table. These chewy, golden treats are delectably simple to make, requiring just a few staple ingredients. Perfect for parties or a cozy night in, they’ll charm anyone who takes a bite. Let’s whip up these delightful morsels that promise joy with every chew.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 15 macaroons 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
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- 3 cups sweetened shredded coconut
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large egg whites
- 1 tsp almond extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix coconut, sugar, egg whites, almond extract, and salt until well combined.
- Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, shape the mixture into small mounds on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown on top.
- Allow cooling on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 macaroon (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg