Sunday, February 7, 2010

Jesseca's Coconut Macaroons

This is probably the recipe I'm asked for the most and it was given to me by my dear friend, Jesseca. Everyone, including myself, cannot believe how easy these are and incredibly fancy!

Jesseca's Coconut Macaroons
Adapted from Jesseca Keefe

Ingredients

14 oz shredded sweetened coconut
3/4 c sugar
1/2 tsp vanilla
1/4 tsp salt
4 large egg whites
Parchment paper

Directions

Preheat oven to 325 degrees.

Combine coconut, sugar, salt and vanilla. Stir into beaten egg whites. Drop by mounds (about 2 tbsp) onto a baking sheet. Bake for 18-22 minutes or until edges brown.

*For a twist, substitute 1 c sliced almonds and 1 tsp grated lemon zest for vanilla. Also, drizzle with melted chocolate for a fancy touch*

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