Description
Coconut macaroons shine as a simple two-ingredient dessert from France’s sweet culinary traditions. These elegant treats offer quick preparation and delightful sweetness for dessert enthusiasts.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2.5 cups (200 g) sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 can (14 oz/397 ml) sweetened condensed milk
Instructions
- Preparation: Preheat oven to 325°F and line a baking sheet with a silicone mat or parchment paper, creating an ideal non-stick surface for delicate coconut confections.
- Mixing: Blend shredded coconut and sweetened condensed milk in a mixing bowl, thoroughly incorporating ingredients until a cohesive, moist mixture forms with evenly distributed coconut strands.
- Shaping: Craft uniform mounds using a tablespoon or moistened hands, gently pressing and forming compact coconut clusters with slightly peaked tops for an artisanal appearance.
- Baking: Strategically place macaroon mounds on the prepared sheet, maintaining adequate spacing to ensure even browning and prevent potential merging during the cooking process.
- Monitoring: Bake for 15-18 minutes, observing the transformation to a delicate golden-brown color, with edges and peaks acquiring a crisp, caramelized finish.
- Cooling and Serving: Allow macaroons to rest on the baking sheet for several minutes, facilitating structural stabilization, then carefully transfer to a serving platter, revealing their crisp exterior and tender, chewy core.
Notes
- Prevent Moisture Buildup: Pat shredded coconut dry before mixing to avoid soggy macaroons and ensure a crisp, golden exterior with perfect texture.
- Choose High-Quality Ingredients: Use fresh, unsweetened shredded coconut and full-fat sweetened condensed milk for maximum flavor and traditional macaroon richness.
- Master Precise Shaping Technique: Gently pack mixture with light pressure, creating uniform mounds that hold together without crumbling during baking.
- Temperature Control is Key: Watch macaroons closely during final minutes of baking, removing when edges turn golden brown to prevent burning while maintaining a tender center.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 11
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg