Macaroons Recipe
French · Dessert · 25 min total
These classic coconut macaroons are chewy on the inside, golden on the outside, and incredibly easy to make with just a few simple ingredients. Perfect for a quick sweet treat or holiday cookie platter.
10
min prep
min prep
15
min cook
min cook
24
servings
servings
110
kcal/serving
kcal/serving
Ingredients
- 3 cups sweetened shredded coconut
- 4 large egg whites
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (optional, for stability)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together egg whites, sugar, vanilla, and salt until frothy.
- Fold in shredded coconut and flour (if using) until well combined.
- Drop rounded tablespoonfuls of mixture onto prepared baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes, until edges are golden brown and tops are lightly browned.
- Cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tips
- For extra flavor, dip the bottoms of cooled macaroons in melted dark chocolate.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- If using unsweetened coconut, increase sugar to 1 cup.
AI estimate may be inaccurate · Terms