Irresistible Crispy Coconut Macaroons Dipped in Chocolate
These crispy coconut macaroons dipped in rich bittersweet chocolate offer a perfect balance of crunchy edges and chewy centers, making them an easy and crowd-pleasing sweet treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 24 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 3 cups (240 grams) unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup (300 ml) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large egg whites, room temperature
- Pinch of salt
- 6 ounces (170 grams) bittersweet or semi-sweet chocolate
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Combine shredded coconut and sweetened condensed milk in a large mixing bowl. Stir gently until the coconut is evenly coated.
- Add vanilla extract and a pinch of salt to the bowl and mix.
- In a separate bowl, lightly beat the egg whites until just frothy (about 30 seconds).
- Fold the egg whites gently into the coconut mixture until the batter is moist but holds its shape when scooped.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized mounds of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown and the tops are lightly toasted.
- Remove from oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Melt the chocolate in a double boiler or microwave-safe bowl in 20-second intervals, stirring well between each, until smooth.
- Dip each macaroon halfway into the melted chocolate, letting excess drip off. Place them back on parchment paper or a silicone mat to set.
- Optionally, sprinkle a pinch of sea salt flakes on the chocolate before it hardens.
- Allow the chocolate to set completely at room temperature or refrigerate for 10–15 minutes to speed up setting.
Notes
Toast shredded coconut lightly in a dry skillet for 3-5 minutes before mixing for extra crunch. If batter is too wet, add more shredded coconut by tablespoon increments. Chill batter for 10 minutes if macaroons spread too much during baking. Melt chocolate slowly to avoid seizing. Store macaroons in an airtight container to maintain crispness. For dairy-free version, substitute sweetened condensed milk with coconut condensed milk and use dairy-free chocolate.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 macaroon (about 1.
- Calories: 150170
- Fat: 810
- Carbohydrates: 1820
- Protein: 23
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