In the realm of delightful treats, Anne of Green Gables Coconut Macaroons stand as a testament to the enduring charm of classic culinary creations. These delicate and subtly sweet confections, inspired by the beloved literary character, are a symphony of flavors and textures that will transport you to the idyllic world of Avonlea. With their chewy coconut interiors and crispy exteriors, these macaroons are a delightful indulgence for any occasion.
This collection of recipes offers a journey through the world of coconut macaroons, encompassing a range of variations that cater to diverse tastes and dietary preferences. From the traditional Anne of Green Gables Coconut Macaroons, crafted with egg whites, sugar, and shredded coconut, to the Vegan Coconut Macaroons, which use aquafaba as an egg replacer, there's a macaroon recipe for everyone.
For those seeking a touch of indulgence, the Chocolate Coconut Macaroons, featuring a rich chocolate ganache filling, are a decadent delight. And for those with a penchant for fruity flavors, the Raspberry Coconut Macaroons, adorned with tart raspberries and a drizzle of white chocolate, offer a refreshing twist on the classic.
No matter your preference, these coconut macaroon recipes are guaranteed to satisfy your sweet cravings. With their simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, they are a delightful project for bakers of all skill levels. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary adventure that will leave you with a batch of irresistible and utterly charming Anne of Green Gables Coconut Macaroons.
TOASTED COCONUT GILDED MACARONS
Steps:
- For the macaron shells: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Using a 1 3/4-inch round cutter as a guide, draw 15 evenly spaced circles on each of two sheets of parchment paper (for a total of 30 circles). Flip the parchment over and line 2 baking sheets with the parchment paper.
- Whisk together the confectioners' sugar, almond flour and salt in a large bowl and set aside.
- Put the egg whites and cream of tartar in the clean bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment. Beat on medium speed until the mixture is opaque and foamy, about 30 seconds. Increase the mixer speed to medium-high and continue to beat until the egg whites are white in color and hold the lines of the whisk, about 1 minute. Continue to beat while slowly adding the granulated sugar, then the vanilla, until the peaks are stiff and the whites are shiny, about 1 minute more. (Do not overbeat.) Transfer the meringue to a large bowl.
- Using a rubber spatula, gently fold the dry mixture into the meringue, using 60 to 75 strokes (the batter should fold back on itself). Just before you are finished folding, add some red gel food coloring to the batter and continue to fold until the color is even and the desired consistency is reached. Spoon half the batter into a pastry bag fitted with a 1/2-inch plain round tip. Pipe the batter onto the parchment using the circles as a guide, refilling the bag as necessary. Tap the baking sheet hard on a table to flatten the batter out, then let sit at room temperature until the tops are no longer sticky when you lightly touch them, at least 20 minutes. Repeat with the remaining batter on the second lined baking sheet.
- Bake the cookies 1 sheet at a time, rotating the baking sheet once halfway through baking, until they have formed a 'foot' along the base and the tops are smooth and dry looking, about 14 minutes. Let cool completely on the baking sheets. (Leave the oven on.)
- For the filling: Place the coconut on a baking sheet in a single layer and bake for 2 minutes. Stir the coconut, then bake for an additional 2 minutes. Stir again and bake for another 2 minutes. Continue in the same manner, keeping an eye on it because it can go from toasted to burned very quickly, until the coconut is toasted to a medium-brown color, about 6 minutes more. Let cool completely.
- Heat the cream in a small saucepan over medium heat, swirling the pan a few times, until bubbles start to form around the edge of the pan but the cream is not yet boiling, about 4 minutes. Remove from the heat and pour over the chocolate in a bowl. Let sit for 30 seconds, then slowly whisk the mixture until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth. Fold in the toasted coconut. Let the ganache cool to room temperature.
- Place the ganache in a disposable pastry bag. Snip about 1/3-inch from the tip and pipe about 1 tablespoon onto the flat side of a macaron shell. Place a second shell on top, pressing very gently to sandwich the filling. Repeat with the remaining macaron shells and filling.
- To decorate: Place a gold leaf sheet face-down on a macaron shell, handling the gold leaf very gently, and rub gently with your finger or a brush so that the gold leaf separates from its baking paper and adheres to the macaron shell. Repeat with the remaining macarons.
FIRST-PLACE COCONUT MACAROONS
These coconut macaroons are my husband's favorite and earned me a first-place ribbon at the county fair. I especially like the fact that this recipe makes a small enough batch for the two of us to nibble on without lots left over. -Penny Ann Habeck, Shawano, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 30m
Yield about 1-1/2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the coconut, sugar, flour and salt. Add egg whites and vanilla; mix well., Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls onto greased baking sheets. Bake at 325° for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 54 calories, Fat 2g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 41mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
FAVORITE COCONUT MACAROONS
Anne's coconut macaroons are delicious! They have a crunchy, toasted coconut base with a sweet, soft coconut center. Easy to prepare, these macaroons are going to be a big hit on your Christmas cookie tray. If you want to make them even better, drizzle with a little bit of chocolate or caramel.
Provided by Anne Bruscato Nunez
Categories Cookies
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 325. Spray baking sheets lightly with vegetable oil spray.
- 2. Combine coconut, sugar, flour and salt. Add egg whites and vanilla and coconut oil. Stir just until blended.
- 3. Using small cookie scoop or teaspoon, place mounds about 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheets.
- 4. Bake for 20 minutes or until edges are golden and set.
- 5. Remove to wire rack and cool completely.
ANNE OF GREEN GABLES-COCONUT MACAROONS
This recipe is from the Anne of Green Gables cookbook. The author is Kate Macdonald who was L.M Montgomery's granddaughter! the quote from Anne of Windy Populars is "No, thank you, Kate, I won't have any more tea...well, mebbe a macaroon. They don't lie heavy on the stomach, but I'm afraid I've et far too much." Unfortunately it does not tell me in the recipe prep time or servings all are estimates.
Provided by Psalm AKA Typo Qween
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 30m
Yield 16 cookies, 16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 300 degrees F.
- Line cookie sheet with parchment paper.
- Place whites in large bowl. Beat whites with electric mixer until foamy. Add the cream of tartar and beat until egg whites are still and glossy, but not dry.
- With rubber spatula, gently fold sugar, coconut, and almond extract into egg whites. DO NOT STIR.
- Drop batter by teaspoonful onto parchment paper - about 1 inch apart. Bake macaroons for 20-25 minutes, until they look dry on top.
- Dampen tea towel, remove parchment paper with macaroons from cookie sheet, and place them on the damp tea towel and cool completely. This allows the bottoms of the macaroons to cool quickly.
- Peel macaroons off and enjoy!
ORANGE COCONUT MACAROONS
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Place the coconut in a medium bowl. Wash and zest the oranges and mince the zest well. Squeeze the juice from the oranges, strain, and sprinkle half of it over the coconut. Toss well. Gradually sprinkle on more orange juice, a teaspoon at a time, tossing well with the coconut. Stop adding juice when the coconut is just moist enough to hold a snowball. Do not overmoisten. Mix in grated orange zest and set aside.
- Place egg whites and salt in the bowl of an electric mixer and beat at medium speed until opaque and loosely foamy. Increase speed to high and add sugar in a slow stream down the side of the bowl, beating until stiff and shiny. Remove from machine and fold in the coconut. Drop by heaping tablespoons onto parchment lined baking sheets and form each into a little mound with moistened fingers. Bake at 325 for 1012 minutes until cookies are set and tips are browned. Remove from oven and let cool on rack in pans for 5 minutes, then use spatula to remove cookies from pans and let cool directly on rack. When cookies are cool, melt chocolate in small metal bowl over gently simmering water. Dip bottom of each cookie into melted chocolate and place on cookie sheet lined with parchment of wax paper. Allow chocolate harden and then serve.
COCONUT MACAROONS
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Combine the coconut, condensed milk, and vanilla in a large bowl. Whip the egg whites and salt on high speed in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment until they make medium-firm peaks. Carefully fold the egg whites into the coconut mixture. Drop the batter onto sheet pans lined with parchment paper using either a 1 3/4-inch diameter ice cream scoop, or 2 teaspoons. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until golden brown. Cool and serve.
Tips:
- Use fresh or unsweetened coconut. Fresh coconut will give your macaroons the best flavor, but unsweetened coconut is a good substitute. If you use sweetened coconut, reduce the amount of sugar in the recipe.
- Toast the coconut before using it. Toasting the coconut will bring out its flavor and make it more fragrant.
- Use a food processor to grind the coconut. This will give you a finer texture and help the macaroons hold together better.
- Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing will make the macaroons tough.
- Chill the batter before baking. This will help the macaroons hold their shape.
- Bake the macaroons until they are golden brown. Overbaking will make them dry.
- Let the macaroons cool completely before serving. This will help them set and firm up.
Conclusion:
Anne of Green Gables Coconut Macaroons are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. They are perfect for any occasion, and they are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you are looking for a sweet treat, give these macaroons a try. You won't be disappointed!
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