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Ambrosia Macaroons Recipe

Indulge in these irresistible Ambrosia Macaroons! A delightful twist on a classic Southern recipe, these melt-in-your-mouth cookies boast a delicate coconut flavor enhanced with zesty orange and rich chocolate. They're so good, they won't last long! Perfect for teatime, holidays, or any occasion that calls for a sweet treat.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 38 mins
Calories 315 kcal
Protein 4g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Ambrosia Macaroons

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon finely grated orange peel
  • 2 large eggs
  • 4 cups sweetened flaked coconut
  • 4 ounces semi-sweet baking chocolate
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

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How to Make Ambrosia Macaroons

  1. Position oven rack in the center of the oven and preheat to 325°F (160°C).
  2. Line three large rimmed baking sheets with parchment paper.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) of unsalted butter until smooth and fluffy.
  4. Gradually add 1 ½ cups granulated sugar and ½ teaspoon salt. Beat until well combined.
  5. Stir in 1 tablespoon finely grated orange peel.
  6. Beat in 2 large eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  7. Gently fold in 4 cups sweetened shredded coconut.
  8. Drop rounded tablespoons of batter onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving 1 ½ inches between each macaroon.
  9. Bake one sheet at a time for 25-30 minutes, or until the bottoms are golden brown and slightly browned on top.
  10. Let the macaroons cool completely on the baking sheets.
  11. Once cooled, drizzle melted semi-sweet chocolate over the macaroons using a fork for a rustic look.
  12. Refrigerate the macaroons on the baking sheets until the chocolate is set, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

111g

Fat

86g

Carbs

9g

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