Description
These Coconut Custard Macaroons are delightfully chewy and sweet, combining shredded coconut with a creamy custard-like center. Baked until golden on the bottom and tender on top, these macaroons are perfect for a comforting dessert or a sweet snack. The recipe uses simple ingredients including condensed milk, butter, and egg, with just a hint of vanilla and salt to enhance the flavors.
Ingredients
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Macaroon Ingredients
- 200 gm Sweetened shredded coconut
- 80 gm Condensed milk
- 35 gm Unsalted butter
- 1 small Egg
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp Salt
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, thoroughly mix the shredded coconut, condensed milk, melted unsalted butter, egg, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined to form a sticky mixture.
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Tray: Preheat your oven to 190°C (374°F). Line a baking tray with parchment paper and lightly grease it with oil to prevent sticking.
- Scoop Mixture onto Tray: Using a tablespoon as a measure, scoop portions of the coconut mixture onto the prepared baking tray, spacing them evenly.
- Bake Macaroons: Bake in the preheated oven for 14 minutes or until the tops feel dry to the touch and the bottoms turn golden brown, taking care not to overbake as the centers should remain custard-like and slightly soft.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the macaroons to cool slightly on the tray before gently removing them to prevent breaking. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- This recipe can also be made using two egg yolks instead of a whole egg for a different texture; however, the egg white contributes to a lighter, airier texture.
- If the mixture is too runny, add more shredded coconut to thicken it. If too dry, add a bit more condensed milk to achieve the right consistency.
- Do not overbake the macaroons as the center should have a soft, custard-like quality.
- Cool the macaroons somewhat before removing from the baking tray to keep them intact and avoid breakage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 macaroon
- Calories: 110 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
