Description
Delightful two-ingredient coconut macaroons bring sweet simplicity to dessert lovers’ tables. Crisp edges, chewy centers, and pure coconut flavor make these treats irresistible for home bakers seeking effortless indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
Coconut Macaroons Ingredients:
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups sweetened shredded coconut (480 milliliters)
- 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk (120 milliliters)
Optional Additions:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (5 milliliters)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (1.25 grams)
Garnish/Coating (Optional):
- 4 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, for dipping (113 grams)
Instructions
- Prepare the baking environment by heating the oven to 325F (163C) and lining a baking sheet with parchment paper to ensure easy removal of macaroons.
- Combine shredded coconut and sweetened condensed milk in a medium bowl, mixing thoroughly until the ingredients form a cohesive, sticky mixture that holds its shape.
- Utilize a spoon or cookie scoop to portion out small mounds of the coconut mixture, carefully shaping each portion into compact, rounded balls with your hands.
- Arrange the coconut mounds on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them approximately 1 inch apart to allow for even browning and prevent sticking.
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, watching for a rich golden-brown color on the tops and edges of the macaroons.
- Remove from the oven and let the macaroons rest on the baking sheet for a few minutes to set their structure, then carefully transfer to a wire rack for complete cooling and firming.
Notes
- For extra softness, squeeze out excess liquid from shredded coconut before mixing to prevent soggy macaroons.
- Add a splash of vanilla extract or almond extract to enhance the coconut’s natural sweetness and create a more complex taste profile.
- Use unsweetened coconut and sugar-free condensed milk for a lower-sugar version that’s keto and diabetic-friendly.
- Drizzle melted dark or white chocolate over cooled macaroons for an indulgent upgrade that adds visual appeal and rich flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 153 kcal
- Sugar: 13 g
- Sodium: 14 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 1.5 g
- Cholesterol: 6 mg