Description
Deliciously chewy Coconut Macaroons made with sweetened shredded coconut and condensed milk, baked to a golden perfection and topped with a smooth chocolate drizzle for an irresistible treat.
Ingredients
Macaroon Mixture
- 3 1/4 cups (10 oz/300 g) sweetened shredded coconut
- 7 ounces (225 g) sweetened condensed milk (approximately half of a 14-ounce can)
Chocolate Drizzle
- 1/2 cup (3 oz/90 g) chocolate chips (semi-sweet, white, or dark chocolate)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the sweetened shredded coconut and exactly 7 ounces of sweetened condensed milk. Be careful not to add more condensed milk to avoid melting during baking.
- Form Macaroons: Using a tablespoon-sized cookie dough scoop, scoop and pack the coconut mixture gently without overloading, then drop each mound onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them evenly.
- Bake Cookies: Bake the macaroons for 15 minutes until they are lightly browned on top. Remove from the oven and leave them on the baking sheet for an additional 5 minutes to set and cool slightly.
- Melt Chocolate: Place the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave for 30 seconds. Stir vigorously, then continue microwaving in 15-second intervals, stirring between each, until the chocolate is fully melted.
- Drizzle Chocolate: Transfer the melted chocolate into a sandwich-sized plastic zip bag, cut a tiny corner off one end, and drizzle the chocolate over the cooled macaroons evenly.
Notes
- Ensure the condensed milk measurement is exact to prevent macaroons from becoming too wet or melting.
- Use parchment paper on the baking sheet for easy removal and cleanup.
- You can customize the chocolate drizzle with white, semi-sweet, or dark chocolate as preferred.
- Let the cookies cool completely before serving for best texture.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
