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This Is the Easiest Ever Coconut Macaroons Recipe!
Macaroons may seem like a fancy dessert, but they’re actually super easy to make! This recipe couldn’t be simpler, and it makes perfect macaroons every time.
This Is the Easiest Ever Coconut Macaroons Recipe!Recipe IngredientsHow to Make Coconut MacaroonsTips for Making the Best Macaroons the Way YOU Like Them!Fun Mix-In IdeasHow to Store Coconut MacaroonsCan you Freeze Homemade Macaroons?Get the Recipe
I prefer a slightly drier macaroon as opposed to a sticky macaroon, so if that’s how you like them too, this will be a recipe you will love…BUT I am including a simple trick that allows you to control the texture so you can make YOUR perfect macaroon every time! The coconut flakes on the outside get nice and toasty while the insides of the macaroons stay chewy and soft. They bake up in just 20 minutes, and you only need 6 ingredients to make them. These coconut macaroons are an awesome homemade treat for busy weeknights.
Recipe Ingredients
These macaroons are made with flaked coconut and a few classic cookie ingredients. They’re really that simple!
Sweetened Flaked CoconutAll Purpose FlourEgg Whites: Bring your egg whites to room temperature.Granulated SugarKosher SaltVanilla Extract
How to Make Coconut Macaroons
All you need to make these macaroons is an oven and a stand mixer. They come together in about half an hour, making them the perfect last-minute afternoon treat or late-night snack!
Tips for Making the Best Macaroons the Way YOU Like Them!
Add More Coconut for Extra Crunch: If you want your macaroons to be a little more light and crispy, add an extra cup of coconut flakes.Try Different Flavors: Feel free to substitute the vanilla extract for coconut extract, almond extract or another extract of your choice.Make Them Sticky: These produce a less sticky macaroon, which is what I prefer. If you like your macaroons to have a stickier texture, only mix the egg whites until they’re foamy and the sugar is almost all dissolved, not until they are glossy and opaque! It’s a simple trick that allows you to control the texture!
Fun Mix-In Ideas
Make Them Chocolatey: Who doesn’t love chocolate and coconut? Try adding 1/2 a cup of mini chocolate chips to your batter or dipping your cooled macaroons in melted chocolate!Extracts: Use 1/2 teaspoon of almond extract instead of vanilla to give these a sweet almond flavor. OR add 1/2 teaspon of cocontu extract to really amp up the coconut flavor!Add Chopped Dried Fruit: These cookies will taste lovely with 1/2 a cup of your favorite dried fruit mixed in.Make Them With Nuts: Try adding 1/2 a cup of your favorite chopped nuts into your macaroon mixture.Add Sprinkles: If you’re making these cookies for a celebration, mix in 1/2 a cup of rainbow sprinkles to make them really stand out!
How to Store Coconut Macaroons
These macaroons should be stored in an airtight container at room temperature. Let them cool completely before storing them. Your macaroons will stay fresh for up to 3 days!
Can you Freeze Homemade Macaroons?
These macaroons are 100% freezer friendly. They’ll last for up to a month if you freeze them in an airtight container. Just let them thaw out on the counter before enjoying them! PIN for later:
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