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Coconut Macaroons

4.96 from 24 votes

Made with sweetened coconut flakes, egg whites, and just a few other ingredients, these Coconut Macaroons are moist, chewy, and perfectly flavored. They're wonderful for Passover and Christmas baking but can be enjoyed anytime.

Prep Time: 35

Cook Time: 45

Total Time: 1 20

Yield: 17 servings

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Equipment

sheet pan
heavy saucepan

Ingredients

3/4 cup egg whites (from 5 large eggs)
2/3 cup granulated sugar
10 oz sweetened coconut flakes (Baker's (about 3 1/3 cups))
1/2 tsp almond extract
1/4 tsp vanilla extract
pinch of salt

Instructions

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

Nutrition

Serving: 2cookies, Calories: 129kcal, Carbohydrates: 14.5g, Protein: 2g, Fat: 7g, Saturated Fat: 5.5g, Cholesterol: 54.5mg, Sodium: 74mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 13.5g

- WW Points: 6

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