Coconut Macaroons

These Coconut Macaroons are sweet, chewy, and packed with coconut flavor. They are incredibly easy to make with just a few simple ingredients.You can whip up a batch in no time and have a delicious treat to enjoy with your morning coffee or as a sweet ending to your day. Give these Coconut Macaroons a try and you won’t be disappointed!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

You’ll love this recipe because it requires minimal effort and time to create a delicious treat that is perfect for any occasion. These macaroons are great for satisfying your sweet tooth and can be enjoyed by coconut lovers of all ages.

Ingredients:

  • 1 (14-oz.) bag sweetened flaked coconut (about 5 â…“ cups)
  • 1 (14-oz.) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 Tablespoon vanilla extract

Directions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a Silpat.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the sweetened flaked coconut, sweetened condensed milk, and vanilla extract. Stir until well combined.
  3. Using a small ice cream scoop or two spoons, scoop out 1 ½ tablespoons of the mixture and arrange the macaroons on the baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  4. Bake the macaroons for 15 to 18 minutes until they’re golden brown.
  5. Remove the macaroons from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a rack to cool completely.

Enjoy the macaroons plain, or if desired, dip the completely cooled macaroons in any variety of melted chocolate. Then return them to the baking sheet to allow the chocolate to harden.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cooking Time: 15-18 minutes
  • Total Time: 25-28 minutes
  • Servings: Makes about 24 macaroons
  • Kcal: 120 per macaroon
  • Storage
    Store the coconut macaroons in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. For longer storage, you can freeze them for up to 3 months.

Recipe Tips

For added flavor, you can toast the coconut before mixing it with the other ingredients. You can also customize these macaroons by adding chopped nuts or dried fruit to the mixture. Experiment with different types of chocolate for dipping to create unique flavor combinations. Enjoy these macaroons as a sweet treat or gift them to friends and family.

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