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Coconut Macaroon Filled Chocolate Cookies Better Than Mounds Recipe

Craving those incredible coconut macaroon-filled chocolate cookies from Uncle John's Cider Mill in St. John's, Michigan? This recipe recreates the bakery's magic! While it requires a bit more effort than your average cookie, the result is a colossal, decadent two-in-one treat that's totally worth it. Prepare to be amazed by these enormous, gourmet cookies – a perfect blend of chewy coconut and rich chocolate.

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 382.7 kcal
Protein 9g
Rating 0.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Coconut Macaroon Filled Chocolate Cookies Better Than Mounds

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How to Make Coconut Macaroon Filled Chocolate Cookies Better Than Mounds

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup shredded sweetened coconut, 1/2 cup sugar, 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 cup egg whites. Mix until well combined.
  3. Shape the coconut mixture into 1-inch balls. Place on a baking sheet.
  4. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until lightly golden brown.
  5. Let the coconut macaroons cool completely.
  6. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter and 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  7. Beat in 2 large eggs, one at a time, then stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  8. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  9. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  10. Stir in 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips.
  11. Drop by rounded tablespoons onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each cookie.
  12. Place a cooled coconut macaroon in the center of each cookie dough ball and gently flatten the dough around the macaroon.
  13. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden brown.
  14. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

157g

Fat

47g

Carbs

19g

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