A Simple Macaroon Recipe

These melt-in-your-mouth macaroons are surprisingly easy to make! Forget flour and sweetened condensed milk – this classic recipe (possibly from Better Homes and Gardens!) uses just a few simple ingredients for a light and chewy texture. Unlike traditional mounded macarons, these are delightfully flat and perfect for dipping in your favorite beverage. Made with unsweetened or sweetened coconut, they're a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 81.3 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 4.3 (3 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for A Simple Macaroon

  • 2 large egg whites
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups unsweetened shredded coconut

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How to Make A Simple Macaroon

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a clean, grease-free bowl, whip 2 large egg whites with a hand mixer or stand mixer until stiff, glossy peaks form.
  3. Gradually add 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract to the whipped egg whites, beating on medium speed until fully incorporated.
  4. Gently fold in 2 cups unsweetened shredded coconut (or sweetened, to taste) using a spatula or rubber scraper. Be careful not to deflate the egg whites.
  5. Drop rounded teaspoons of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each cookie.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown. Let cool completely on the baking sheet before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

35g

Fat

20g

Carbs

3g