Here’s a simple and delicious recipe for Coconut Macaroons 🥥🍪 — chewy, sweet, and perfect for a snack or dessert.
🥄 Ingredients (Makes ~12 macaroons)
- 2 1/2 cups shredded sweetened coconut
- 2/3 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Optional: 1/4 cup chocolate chips or melted chocolate for dipping
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat Oven
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper
2️⃣ Mix Ingredients
- In a bowl, combine shredded coconut, sweetened condensed milk, and vanilla until well mixed
3️⃣ Shape Macaroons
- Using a spoon or cookie scoop, form small mounds and place on the baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart
4️⃣ Bake
- Bake 12–15 minutes until the edges are golden brown
- Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack
5️⃣ Optional Chocolate Dip
- Melt chocolate and dip the bottom of cooled macaroons for an extra touch
💡 Tips
- For extra chewiness, slightly underbake by 1–2 minutes
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week
- Add a pinch of salt to balance the sweetness
If you want, I can also give you a healthier coconut macaroon recipe with no sweetened condensed milk or mini chocolate-coconut macaroon bites perfect for parties.
