Chewy Coconut Macaroons (Printable Format)

Sweet coconut treats with chewy centers and golden crispy edges, perfect for any occasion.

# What You Need:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 3 cups sweetened shredded coconut (7.5 oz)
02 - 4 large egg whites
03 - 3/4 cup granulated sugar (5.25 oz)
04 - 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
05 - 1/4 tsp salt

→ Optional Topping

06 - 4 oz semisweet chocolate, melted for dipping

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 325°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, mix shredded coconut, sugar, salt, egg whites, and vanilla extract until fully incorporated and sticky.
03 - Drop tablespoon-sized mounds onto prepared baking sheets using a small cookie scoop or spoon, spacing 1 inch apart.
04 - Bake for 18-20 minutes until tops are golden brown and edges are set.
05 - Let macaroons cool completely on the baking sheets before handling.
06 - Dip bottom of each macaroon in melted chocolate and place on parchment-lined tray. Allow chocolate to set before serving.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The contrast between crispy golden edges and soft chewy centers is absolutely addictive
  • They come together in under 15 minutes with ingredients you probably already have
  • Naturally gluten free so everyone at your gathering can enjoy them
02 -
  • Overmixing the egg whites makes them too foamy, so fold gently until just combined
  • Room temperature egg whites incorporate more easily and create better texture
  • The macaroons will feel soft when you take them out but firm up as they cool
03 -
  • Use a cookie scoop for uniform sizing so they bake evenly
  • Rotate the baking sheets halfway through for consistent golden color

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