Description

These homemade chewy coconut macaroons are simple, fast, and delicious. With a crisp caramelized edge and soft moist center, they are dipped in dark chocolate for a gourmet treat that costs less than store-bought versions.

Ingredients

Scale

14 oz (400g) unsweetened fine-shred coconut
4 large egg whites (about 120g)
½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
½ teaspoon almond extract
¼ teaspoon salt
1 cup (170g) dark or semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 tablespoon coconut oil (optional, for thinning chocolate)
Flaky sea salt (for sprinkling)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
In a large bowl, combine shredded coconut, sugar, salt, vanilla extract, and almond extract. Stir until evenly distributed.
Add egg whites to the coconut mixture. Gently fold with a silicone spatula until no dry coconut remains and the mixture is uniform. Do not overmix.
Using a cookie scoop or two spoons, drop mounds of mixture onto prepared baking sheets, leaving 2 inches between each. Press tops down gently to flatten slightly.
Bake for 15-18 minutes until edges are golden brown and caramelized, but centers still look slightly soft. Rotate sheets halfway through.
Let macaroons cool on the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
While macaroons cool, melt chocolate chips with coconut oil (if using) in the microwave in 30-second intervals or using a double boiler until smooth.
Dip cooled macaroons halfway into melted chocolate, let excess drip off, and place back on parchment. Immediately sprinkle with flaky sea salt.
Let chocolate set at room temperature for 15-20 minutes, or refrigerate for 5-10 minutes to speed up the process.

Notes

Use unsweetened fine-shred coconut, not sweetened or flakes. Do not overmix the egg whites to maintain chewiness. Ensure all equipment is dry when melting chocolate to prevent seizing. Store in an airtight container with a piece of bread to maintain chewiness.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15-18 minutes
Category: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 macaroon
Calories: 110
Sugar: 9
Sodium: 30
Fat: 6
Saturated Fat: 5
Carbohydrates: 12
Fiber: 2
Protein: 2

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