Coconut Macaroons
A super easy treat you can make ahead and freeze for the holiday season. Makes great addition to a cookie platter, exchanges or edible gifts.
Servings: 30 cookies
Calories: 74kcal
Ingredients
- 3/4 Cup granulated white sugar
- Pinch salt
- 1/2 Cup plain flour
- 3 Cups shredded coconut
- 4 egg whites large
- 1 Teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees f and have ready a large baking tray lined with parchment paper.
- In a double boiler set over simmering water, whisk the egg whites with the sugar. Whisk occasionally until they are warm to touch and creamy, about 3 - 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Pour the warm mixture into a large mixing bowl and add the flour, salt, coconut and vanilla. Mix well, cover and refrigerate for about 45 minutes to a hour.
- Using a teaspoon or small cookie scoop, spoon small mounds onto your baking tray. Bake for about 10-15 minutes or until slightly toasted on the outside. Repeat for remaining cookies. Cool on a wire rack for about 15-20 minutes.
*A note on times provided: appliances vary, any prep and/or cook times provided are estimates only.
Nutrition Facts
Coconut Macaroons
Amount Per Serving (1 serving)
Calories 74
Calories from Fat 27
% Daily Value*
Fat 3g5%
Saturated Fat 3g19%
Sodium 30mg1%
Potassium 39mg1%
Carbohydrates 11g4%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 9g10%
Protein 1g2%
Vitamin C 1mg1%
Calcium 1mg0%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.