My “Coconut Macaroon Cookies” are Stuart’s favorite. (And, mine too because they are so simple to make!)
If you are ever in a pinch to make some quick and easy, but insanely yummy cookies, I have the recipe for you- my coconut macaroons!
I imagine you have all the ingredients already on hand, especially if you keep a package of sweetened “Baker’s” coconut in your freezer. I use coconut for several recipes, so I always have a bag or two available!
The recipe is on the back of the Baker’s coconut package, BUT I do a few things differently, making them even more divine. My secret? I use self-rising flour, add more almond extract, and whip the egg whites until they are very frothy
Heat the oven to 325 degrees.
You will need:
1 14 oz bag of sweetened coconut (Baker’s if possible)
⅔ cup sugar
6 tablespoons flour (I use self-rising, but regular will work too)
¼ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon almond extract (or a touch more!)
4 egg whites (beaten to a froth, but not stiff)
Mix the coconut, sugar, flour, and salt in a large bowl. Beat the egg whites to a froth and add them to the dry coconut mixture. Add the almond extract. Mix and let sit for 3-4 minutes so the coconut absorbs the moisture.
Drop a teaspoon or large tablespoon of the mixture (depending on the size of cookie you want to make) onto a baking sheet sprayed with Pam. Keep the mounds loose, not a tight ball! They will not spread, so you can place them an inch apart. How you drop them will make them irregular in size and shape, making them look lovingly homemade. This is key!
Pop into the middle of the oven for 20-30 minutes, depending on the size of the mounds. Watch to see when the edges are brown, and then remove them.
These cookies will give your house the most divine aroma as they bake!
Depending on the size of the mounds you create, you may get approximately 20-30 cookies! Cover them with plastic wrap once they are cooled to keep them moist… if they last that long!
Xx
Holly
PS I am so honored that my "Private Luncheon" at Fox Hall on September 20 filled so quickly, so I am hosting another one the next day on September 21. The last few spots are open. I hope you can attend! Please email whitney@hollyholden.com if you are interested in attending on September 21 and she will provide all the details!