Description
German Coconut Macaroons are crisp on the outside and chewy inside. They are easy to prepare with just five ingredients and can be optionally dipped in dark chocolate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 300 grams (3⅓ cups) unsweetened shredded coconut
- 396 grams (14 ounces; 1 can) sweetened condensed milk
- 2 large egg whites (room temperature)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon (2 grams) Kosher salt
- 170 grams (6 ounces; 1 cup) dark chocolate, finely chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C, Gas mark 4) and position the rack in the center. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- In a large bowl, combine the shredded coconut, sweetened condensed milk, egg whites, vanilla extract, and kosher salt. Stir well until the mixture is thoroughly incorporated and sticky.
- Using a cookie scoop or two spoons, shape the dough into mounds about 1½ tablespoons (28 grams) each. Place them on the prepared baking sheet spaced about 1 inch (2.5 cm) apart.
- Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 13 to 15 minutes, or until they are lightly golden brown on top. Remove from the oven and let them cool on the pan for 10 minutes.
- Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
- If using chocolate, melt the finely chopped dark chocolate in a double boiler or in the microwave. Dip the base of each cookie into the melted chocolate and place back on the parchment-lined baking sheet until the chocolate sets firm.
Notes
- These cookies are ideal for festive occasions or everyday treats.
- Adjust baking time for desired crispness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg