Classic Coconut Macaroons

Classic coconut macaroons are chewy on the inside with a crunchy, golden exterior. They are a delicious, old-fashioned, naturally gluten free cookie!

📝 Ingredients

• 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

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1About 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. 2Position 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. 3In 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. 4Place 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. 5Add 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. 6Using 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. 7Bake 25-28 minutes until the edges are golden...: Bake 25-28 minutes until the edges are golden brown and the batter set.
8. 8Let 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. 9OPTIONAL: If desired, dip or drizzle the macaroons...: OPTIONAL: If desired, dip or drizzle the macaroons in melted dark chocolate.