Best 10 Easy Macaroons Recipes

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**Macaroons: A Delightful Treat for Any Occasion**

Macaroons are delicate and airy French cookies that are perfect for any occasion. They are made with a meringue base and are often flavored with nuts, chocolate, or fruit. Macaroons can be tricky to make, but with the right recipe and a little bit of patience, you can create these delicious treats at home. This article provides three easy macaroon recipes that are perfect for beginners. The first recipe is for classic macaroons, made with almond flour and flavored with vanilla. The second recipe is for chocolate macaroons, made with cocoa powder and chocolate chips. The third recipe is for pistachio macaroons, made with pistachio flour and chopped pistachios. All three recipes are gluten-free and can be made in under an hour. So whether you are looking for a sweet treat to enjoy with your afternoon tea or a gift for a special occasion, these macaroon recipes are sure to please.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

OH SOO EASY CHOCOLATE MACAROONS



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This has been a favorite ever since I was little. Also it is one treat that all of my children enjoy!

Provided by Ruffle-butt

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 15m

Yield 24 cookies, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups white sugar
1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla
3 tablespoons cocoa
2 cups oatmeal
2 cups shredded coconut

Steps:

  • Combine first five ingredients in pot and bring to a boil.
  • Boil for one minute.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Add oatmeal and coconut, mix well.
  • Drop quickly with tablespoon onto waxed paper and let cool.

SO EASY ANGEL MACAROONS



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You'll be amazed at how simple these cookies are to make....with only a box of cake mix and a few other ingredients! --- servings are only esitamted.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 20m

Yield 25 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 (16 ounce) package one-step angel food cake mix
1/2 cup water
1 1/2 teaspoons almond extract
2 cups flaked coconut

Steps:

  • Set oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a bowl, beat cake mix, water and almond extract on low speed for 30 seconds, scraping bowl.
  • Fold in the coconut.
  • Drop by rounded teaspoons on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  • Bake for 10-12 minutes or until set.
  • Remove paper with the cookies to a wire rack to cool.

REALLY EASY MACAROONS



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Make and share this Really Easy Macaroons recipe from Food.com.

Provided by TwistyJersey

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 35m

Yield 32-42 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 cups sweetened flaked coconut
3/4 cup sugar (I recommend a 3/4 cups.)
3 large egg whites
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon almond extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees Farenheit. Line two cookie sheets with parchment paper.
  • In large bowl, stir coconut, sugar, egg whites, salt, vanilla, and almond extract until well combined.
  • Refrigerate one half hour.
  • Drop batter by rounded teaspoons (approximately 1 inch apart) on parchment paper-covered cookie sheets. Bake 25 minutes until lightly golden. (Baking Tip: To ensure even doneness -- halfway through cooking time, reverse cookie trays in oven -- move top tray to bottom, flip trays front to back.).
  • Cool 1-3 minutes on cookie trays. Remove with wide, thin spatula. Finish cooling on wire rack.

QUICK AND EASY COCONUT MACAROONS



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These macaroons are delicious and so very easy to make. Enjoy!

Provided by Suzieim1

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Macaroon Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 7

cooking spray
6 egg whites
½ teaspoon cream of tartar
½ cup white sugar, or more to taste
1 teaspoon almond extract
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 (14 ounce) package shredded coconut

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Spray baking sheets with cooking spray.
  • Whisk egg whites and cream of tartar together in a bowl until foamy.
  • Gradually whisk sugar into egg white mixture until blended.
  • Whisk almond extract and flour into egg white mixture until stiff peaks have formed. The egg whites should form a sharp peak that holds its shape when whisk is held straight up.
  • Fold coconut into egg white mixture until incorporated.
  • Drop spoonfuls of batter onto prepared baking sheets.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until just golden brown, 8 to 9 minutes. Cool on baking sheets for about 2 minutes; transfer to wire rack to completely cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 97.8 calories, Carbohydrate 13.2 g, Fat 4.6 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 60.5 mg, Sugar 10.2 g

EASY MACAROONS



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These crispy cookies are great for family get-togethers since they yield a large amount. They're always well received.-Judy Farlow, Boise, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield about 10-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 pint lemon or orange sherbet
2 tablespoons almond extract
1 package white cake mix (regular size)
6 cups sweetened shredded coconut

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat sherbet and almond extract until sherbet is slightly softened. Gradually add cake mix. Stir in coconut. , Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls 2 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 12-15 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Remove to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 88 calories, Fat 4g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 77mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

EASY FRENCH VANILLA COCONUT MACAROONS



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Are you craving some tasty, melt in your mouth macaroons with the marvelous taste of French vanilla? What could be better than anything, the heavenly smell of these baking in your kitchen, and being done start to finish in less than 30 minutes. From McCormick to you.

Provided by FLUFFSTER

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 17m

Yield 22 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
2 (7 ounce) packages flaked coconut (about 4 cups)
1 teaspoon mccormick french vanilla (Blend)

Steps:

  • Mix sweetened condensed milk, coconut, and French Vanilla Blend.
  • Drop by teaspoonfuls onto greased baking sheets.
  • Bake in preheated 350* oven 10 to 12 minutes or until edges of cookies are golden brown.
  • Immediately remove from sheets.
  • Cool on wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 144, Fat 7.4, SaturatedFat 6.1, Cholesterol 6.1, Sodium 69.1, Carbohydrate 18.4, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 17.6, Protein 2

EASY COCONUT MACAROONS



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Sweet chewy macaroons with a chocolate topping.

Provided by SUSE

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Macaroon Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup flaked coconut
½ cup white sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 egg, beaten
1 pinch salt
2 (1 ounce) squares semisweet chocolate, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets and lightly dust with cornstarch.
  • In a medium bowl, stir together the coconut, sugar and cornstarch. Add the egg and salt, mix until well blended. Drop by rounded spoonfuls onto the prepared cookie sheet.
  • Bake for 13 to 15 minutes in the preheated oven, until golden brown. When cool, drizzle with melted chocolate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 92.2 calories, Carbohydrate 14.8 g, Cholesterol 15.5 mg, Fat 3.6 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 23.5 mg, Sugar 13 g

EASY CHOCOLATE COVERED COCONUT MACAROONS



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Soft and chewy coconut cookies half-dipped in melted semi-sweet chocolate!

Provided by KFUREY

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Macaroon Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 72

Number Of Ingredients 7

10 cups flaked coconut
2 cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
2 ⅔ cups sweetened condensed milk
4 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 ½ cups semisweet chocolate chips
1 tablespoon milk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets.
  • In a large bowl, stir together the coconut, flour and salt. Stir in the sweetened condensed milk and vanilla until everything is well blended. Drop by heaping spoonfuls onto the prepared pan.
  • Bake for 12 to 15 minutes in the preheated oven, until coconut is sufficiently toasted. Immediately remove from cookie sheets to cool on wire racks.
  • In the microwave or in a metal bowl over a pan of simmering water, melt chocolate chips and milk, stirring frequently until smooth. Remove from heat and set aside to cool. Dip cooled cookies halfway into the chocolate and scrape off excess onto the side of the bowl. Place onto waxed paper until set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 151.8 calories, Carbohydrate 14.1 g, Cholesterol 3.9 mg, Fat 10.4 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 8.6 g, Sodium 35.9 mg, Sugar 9.1 g

EASY COCONUT MACAROONS



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Categories     Cookies     Chocolate     Dessert

Yield 2 dozen 1 1/2" cookies

Number Of Ingredients 5

2/3 cup sweetened condensed milk
1 large egg white
1 1/2 tsp vanilla
1/8 tsp salt
3 1/2 cups (11.25 oz) flaked or shredded sweetened coconut

Steps:

  • Thoroughly stir together until smooth all ingredients except coconut. Stir in coconut until well blended. Drop scant measuring tablespoonfuls of dough into 1 1/4" mounds, spacing about 2" apart on sheets. Bake 1 sheet at a time in the upper third of the over for 20-25 min or until nicely browned. Transfer sheets to wire racks and let stand until the cookies are cool. Store airtight for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 1 month.

EASY COCONUT MACAROONS



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Super easy!

Provided by Kathy Reed

Categories     Cookies

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 pkg coconut 12 oz pkg
1 can(s) sweetened condensed milk

Steps:

  • 1. Mix Coconut and sweetened condensed milk together. scoop by teaspoon full onto greased cookie sheet. Bake in oven a 350' till lightly golden. Remove from cookie sheet. let cool on wire rack.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will greatly affect the taste of your macarons. Use the best quality almond flour, powdered sugar, and egg whites that you can find.
  • Make sure your egg whites are at room temperature: This will help them whip up more easily and give your macarons a lighter texture.
  • Do not overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter will make your macarons tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Let the macarons rest before baking: This will help them develop a skin, which will prevent them from cracking in the oven.
  • Bake the macarons at a low temperature: This will help them bake evenly and prevent them from browning too much.
  • Let the macarons cool completely before filling them: This will help prevent them from breaking.

Conclusion:

Macarons are a delicious and delicate pastry that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. By following the tips in this article, you can easily make perfect macarons at home. With a little practice, you'll be able to impress your friends and family with your delicious creations.

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