Description
These two-ingredient coconut macaroons blend shredded coconut and sweetened condensed milk into a simple, irresistible treat. Coconut lovers will savor this quick dessert that delivers classic tropical sweetness with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ½ cups (200 grams) sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 can (14 oz / 397 ml) sweetened condensed milk
Instructions
- Preparation: Preheat the oven to 350F (175C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone mat for optimal baking and effortless removal.
- Mixing: In a large bowl, thoroughly combine shredded coconut and sweetened condensed milk, ensuring complete and uniform coating with a sticky, cohesive mixture.
- Forming: Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, create uniform coconut mounds on the prepared baking sheet, leaving slight space between each portion. Gently shape into compact, rounded peaks to maintain an attractive appearance.
- Baking: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, monitoring the edges and tops as they transform into a delicate golden-brown hue.
- Cooling: After removing from the oven, let the macaroons rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to firm up. Transfer to a wire cooling rack, allowing them to cool completely and develop a crisp exterior with a tender interior.
Notes
- Moisture Matters: Keep shredded coconut slightly moist but not soggy to maintain the ideal texture and prevent dry, crumbly macaroons.
- Golden Brown Perfection: Monitor edges closely during baking to achieve a delicate caramelized color without burning, which signals optimal doneness.
- Spacing Technique: Leave enough room between macaroons on the baking sheet to ensure even heat circulation and prevent them from merging into each other.
- Storage Strategy: Store cooled macaroons in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, separating layers with parchment paper to preserve their crisp exterior and soft interior.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 13
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg