Description
Elsa’s Chocolate Dipped Macaroons are a delightful treat that combines the sweet chewiness of coconut macaroons with the richness of dark chocolate. These gluten-free cookies are easy to make and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
- 2/3 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large egg whites
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 6 ounces semi-sweet chocolate (chopped or chips)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix Coconut Mixture: In a large bowl, combine shredded coconut, sweetened condensed milk, and vanilla extract.
- Beat Egg Whites: In a clean bowl, beat egg whites with salt until stiff peaks form.
- Combine Mixtures: Fold egg whites into the coconut mixture gently until fully combined.
- Form and Bake: Scoop mounds of the mixture onto the baking sheet and bake for 20–25 minutes until golden.
- Melt Chocolate: While macaroons cool, melt chocolate and dip the bottoms of macaroons. Chill to set.
Notes
- Use unsweetened coconut for a less sweet version.
- Try drizzling white chocolate over the tops for a different twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 macaroon
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
