Chocolate Kissed Coconut Macaroons: Easy Indulgence in Every Bite
Indulge in the delightful combination of chocolate and coconut with these easy-to-make macaroons that are perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 24 macaroons 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-free
Ingredients
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- 2 cups shredded coconut
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine shredded coconut, sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, almond extract, and salt. Mix until well combined.
- Using a small cookie scoop, drop the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for about 15-20 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
- While the macaroons cool, melt the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring every 30 seconds until smooth.
- Dunk the bottom of each macaroon in melted chocolate and place back on the parchment paper to set.
- Allow the chocolate to harden before serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use dark chocolate instead of semi-sweet.
- Store leftover macaroons in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 macaroon
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: Chocolate Kissed Coconut Macaroons, Macaroon Recipe, Easy Dessert