Description
Deliciously chewy and crispy coconut macaroons made with natural honey and vanilla, optionally dipped in rich chocolate for an indulgent treat. These bite-sized cookies are perfect for snacking or gifting and combine a sweet tropical coconut flavor with a satisfying texture.
Ingredients
Scale
Macaroons
- 2 large egg whites
- ¼ cup honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 cups unsweetened coconut flakes
Optional
- 4 ounces chocolate for dipping
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) to ensure it reaches the correct temperature while you prepare the batter.
- Prepare the batter: Combine the egg whites, honey, vanilla extract, and salt in a mixing bowl. Place this bowl over a saucepan with 1 to 2 inches of simmering water (double boiler method) and stir continuously for 5 minutes until the mixture becomes frothy and very warm to the touch.
- Add coconut: Remove the bowl from heat and stir in the unsweetened coconut flakes until fully incorporated and no liquid remains.
- Shape the macaroons: Using a medium cookie scoop (about 1 ½ tablespoons), place mounds of the mixture onto a baking tray lined with parchment paper, spacing them evenly.
- Bake: Bake the macaroons in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Monitor them towards the end of baking to ensure they don’t brown too quickly. Once baked, allow them to cool completely on the baking tray.
- Melt chocolate (optional): If desired, melt the chocolate in 20-second increments using a microwave, stirring until smooth.
- Dip in chocolate (optional): Dip the bottoms of cooled macaroons in the melted chocolate, wipe off excess chocolate on the side of the bowl, and place them back on parchment paper.
- Chill: Refrigerate the chocolate-dipped macaroons for 5 minutes or until the chocolate sets firmly, then serve or store.
Notes
- Coconut macaroons offer a delightful combination of crispy exterior and chewy interior, sweetened naturally with honey.
- For best results, use unsweetened coconut flakes to control the sweetness.
- Chocolate dipping is optional but adds a luscious finishing touch.
- Make sure to cool macaroons completely before dipping to avoid melting the chocolate.
- Store macaroons in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or refrigerate for longer freshness.
- Watch video tutorials for detailed visual guidance on preparation and baking techniques.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 macaroon
- Calories: 178
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 93mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
