Description
Sweet simplicity defines these two ingredient coconut macaroons, blending shredded coconut and sweetened condensed milk into delightful morsels of pure pleasure. Crisp edges and chewy centers invite you to savor a classic treat that celebrates minimal ingredients with maximum flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) sweetened condensed milk
Binding/Flavor Ingredients:
(none in this recipe)
Optional Garnish/Topping Ingredients:
(none in this recipe)
Instructions
- Prepare the workspace by positioning an oven rack in the middle and lining a baking sheet with parchment paper to ensure easy release of the macaroons.
- Thoroughly combine shredded coconut and sweetened condensed milk in a mixing bowl, creating a cohesive, sticky mixture that binds together when pressed.
- Gently form compact, uniform mounds using your hands, carefully compressing the coconut mixture to help maintain the macaroons’ structural integrity.
- Arrange the formed coconut clusters on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them evenly to allow proper heat circulation and prevent merging during baking.
- Slide the baking sheet into the preheated oven set at 325°F (163°C), monitoring the macaroons as they transform from pale to a rich, golden-brown color around the edges.
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven once the macaroons display a toasted, caramelized exterior and have developed a crisp, slightly crunchy appearance.
- Let the macaroons rest on the baking sheet for a few minutes to stabilize their structure, then carefully transfer them to a wire cooling rack to achieve complete cooling and optimal texture.
Notes
- Make sure to use sweetened shredded coconut for optimal sweetness and texture in your macaroons.
- For a lower sugar version, substitute condensed milk with unsweetened coconut milk and add a sugar-free sweetener like stevia.
- Add a delightful twist by dipping the cooled macaroons in melted dark chocolate or sprinkling them with chopped almonds before baking.
- Store these treats in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days to maintain their crispy exterior and soft interior.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg