Macarrones de Coco Clásicos

Ingredientes

• 396 grams (14 ounces) sweetened shredded coconut
• 396 grams (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
• 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 2 large egg whites, room temperature
• 283 grams (10 ounces) dark chocolate, optional

Preparación

1. 1

   About 30 minutes before making the dough, separate...: About 30 minutes before making the dough, separate the egg whites (2 large) and leave out at room temperature.

2. 2

   Position oven racks in the top and bottom...: Position oven racks in the top and bottom thirds of the oven. Preheat the oven to 325°F/165°C. Line two sheet pans with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.

3. 3

   In a large mixing bowl, combine the sweetened...: In a large mixing bowl, combine the sweetened shredded coconut (396 grams/ 14 ounces), sweetened condensed milk (396 grams/ 14 ounces), vanilla extract (1 ½ teaspoons), and salt (¼ teaspoon). Using a large spatula or wooden spoon, stir to completely saturate the coconut in the condensed milk. This will be a very thick, chunky mixture.

4. 4

   Place the egg whites in the bowl of...: Place the egg whites in the bowl of a stand mixer or in a medium mixing bowl. Using the whisk attachment (of the stand mixer or using a hand mixer) whip the egg whites until they are at stiff peaks.

5. 5

   Add half of the stiff egg whites into...: Add half of the stiff egg whites into the bowl with the coconut mixture. Gently fold to combine. Repeat this step with the remaining egg whites.

6. 6

   Using a spoon or small cookie scoop, drop...: Using a spoon or small cookie scoop, drop spoonfuls that are about 2 tablespoons each onto the prepared sheet pans. Macaroons will not spread so they can be closed together than traditional drop cookies. Scoop 12-15 cookies per sheet pan.

7. 7

   Bake 25-28 minutes until the edges are golden...: Bake 25-28 minutes until the edges are golden brown and the batter set.

8. 8

   Let the macaroons cool for a few minutes...: Let the macaroons cool for a few minutes on the sheet pan and then move to a wire rack to cool completely.

9. 9

   OPTIONAL: If desired, dip or drizzle the macaroons...: OPTIONAL: If desired, dip or drizzle the macaroons in melted dark chocolate.