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    5-Ingredient Coconut Macaroons

    Mar 17, 2023 · Leave a Comment

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    These 5-ingredient Coconut Macaroons are made with only egg whites, honey, vanilla, shredded coconut and salt. These are not only delicious, but they're also incredibly simple to make. With just a handful of ingredients, you can satisfy your sweet tooth in no time.

    Coconut Macaroons on marble.

    If you're looking for a quick and easy dessert recipe, look no further than this yummy dessert.

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    Table of contents

    • ❤️ Why you'll love it
    • 🧾 Ingredients
    • 🍳 How to Make
    • 🥄 Variations
    • 🍽️ What to Serve With
    • 🍶 Storing
    • 💭Tip for Making the Perfect
    • ❔FAQs
    • 📖More Recipes

    ❤️ Why you'll love it

    This is one of the cheapest and easiest ways to get a gourmet dessert in no time! It is a recipe that is sweet, soft, and overall delicious. You can keep these out to serve to guests or make the perfect house warming gift.

    • Cheap
    • Simple to make
    • Easy to find ingredients

    🧾 Ingredients

    Get the full list of ingredients, with measurements, and step-by-step instructions at the bottom of the post in the printable recipe card.

    • Egg whites
    • Honey
    • Vanilla extract
    • Coconut
    • Salt

    🍳 How to Make

    Get the full list of ingredients, with measurements, and step-by-step instructions at the bottom of the post in the printable recipe card.

    Step 1. Set the oven and place the rack in the middle. Line a baking sheet and place it aside. Beat the eggs until stiff with peaks. Fold in the rest of the ingredients and combine.

    Step 2. Spoon a tablespoon portion of the batter onto the sheet about 2-inches apart. Place into the oven and bake for 12-14 minutes or until golden brown. Take out an allow them to cool for 10-15 minutes. Serve and enjoy!

    Hint: Give enough space in between the coconut macaroons on the baking sheet to allow them to expand, but not have the chance of sticking together.

    🥄 Variations

    You can use some of the options below to alter the recipe to your liking.

    • If you don't have honey, you can use another ingredient like syrup or agave nectar
    • If you don't like coconut, you can try this recipe with other flavors like lemon, strawberry, etc.
    • You can make these as big or as small as you want.

    🍽️ What to Serve With

    I love enjoying these macaroons with all sorts of things, but my favorite drink to enjoy while noshing on them is hot chocolate!

    • Bloody Red Velvet Cocoa- Halloween Hot Chocolate
    • Boozy Hot Chocolate with Peppermint
    • Death by Chocolate Frozen Hot Chocolate

    🍶 Storing

    Refrigerator Storage: You can store these at room temperature or keep in the fridge for up to a week in an airtight container or Ziplock bag.

    Freezer Storage: I like making double batches of these macaroons so that I can freeze them and pull a few out when I am craving them. They will last in the freezer for up to 3 months.

    💭Top Tips

    • If you want a stronger coconut flavor, you can use coconut extract instead of vanilla.
    • Add food coloring to add a pop of color. You can color them pastel for Easter or orange and black for Halloween.
    • If you don't have parchment paper, you can use a silicone baking mat.

    ❔FAQs

    What Are Coconut Macaroons?

    This is a very light and soft cookie made with egg white, sugar, and coconut.

    How Strong Is The Coconut Flavor?

    You can decide just how strong you want this recipe to be. You can add more or less coconut and even use coconut extract for a stronger flavor.

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    Need to change the number of servings? You can click on the number of servings and change the number. This will adjust the ingredient measurements to what you need. 

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    Coconut Macaroons on a rectangle serving tray.
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    5-Ingredient Coconut Macaroons
    Prep Time
    10 mins
    Cook Time
    15 mins
    Total Time
    25 mins
     

    These 5-ingredient Coconut Macaroons are made with only egg whites, honey, vanilla, shredded coconut and salt. These

    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: Coconut Macaroons
    Servings: 8 macaroons
    Ingredients
    • 2 large egg whites
    • 3 tablespoon honey
    • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
    • 1 cup coconut shredded, unsweetened
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    Instructions
    1. Place the top oven rack in the center position and pre-heat oven to 350°F. Line a large baking sheet with a piece of parchment paper or a Silpat® baking sheet and set aside.
    2. Using a hand mixer, briskly beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the honey, vanilla, coconut, and salt into the egg whites with a spatula until thoroughly combined. Do not overwork, but it may require a few folds for the ingredients to start to incorporate with one another.
    3. Scoop heaping tablespoons of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving plenty of space in between to prevent overcrowding.
    4. Transfer the baking sheet into the oven and bake until the cookies become golden brown on top and around the edges, around 12-14 minutes. Remove from oven and cool for 10-15 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

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