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Classic and timeless chocolate coconut macaroons – these coconut cookies have been around long enough to pass the test of time and get the approval of taste-testers everywhere! These light and delicate treats are simple to make and simply delicious! If you don’t already love these cookies, you’ll fall in love with them after your first bite!

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How to Make Coconut Macaroons

My easy, no-fail recipe is actually very simple! This cookie recipe requires just 6 ingredients, including the chocolate. They’re made with shredded coconut flakes and fluffy egg whites, beaten to stiff peak stage. The egg whites give these cookies their volume! The coconut cookies are sweetened with sweetened condensed milk, which gives them that slightly chewy texture once they’re baked. Once the macaroons are cooled, I like to dip them into melted chocolate.

The chocolate coats the cookies, making them not only look incredible, but also makes them even more delicious! You can also try dipping the bottom of the cookies into chocolate, then drizzle the top with more melted chocolate. If you haven’t tried chocolate coconut macaroons, what are you waiting for? You can also enjoy these without chocolate, but I highly recommend adding it! Who doesn’t love chocolate?!

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Enjoyed these coconut cookies? Check out some of my other recipes you’re sure to enjoy!

  • Mango Coconut Macarons – these French macarons are so tropical and fruity!
  • Spicy White Chocolate Macaroons – a spicy version of classic macaroons, with hot sauce and white chocolate!
  • Coconut Cupcakes – the fluffiest cupcakes ever with coconut cake topped with creamy coconut buttercream!

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Chocolate Coconut Macaroons Recipe (video)

10 minutes mins prep + 30 minutes mins cook

12 servings

Six ingredient coconut macaroon cookies, dipped in chocolate! A classic and easy recipe!

Ingredients

US Customary - Metric

  • 4 cups unsweetened coconut flakes

  • 1 cup sweetened condensed milk

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • pinch of salt

  • 3 large egg whites

  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 330F. Each oven bakes differently. When baking, if you notice that your cookies are turning too dark, turn oven temperature down to 320F. Line baking sheet with parchment paper.

  • In a large bowl, combine sweetened condensed milk with coconut, vanilla and salt. If you want your macaroons to be sweeter, use sweetened coconut flakes. Stir to coat coconut evenly.

  • Place egg whites into mixer bowl and whisk until medium peaks form. Gently fold egg whites into coconut mixture, doing so in small batches. You want to keep the egg whites as fluffy as possible.

  • Spoon cookie batter into large heaps on prepared baking sheet. Can make small or large macaroons; larger ones will need to bake longer.

  • Bake in preheated oven for 28-30 minutes. The center needs to be set and the cookies should be golden all over. They will be slightly soft to touch but shouldn't be soggy. Remove cookies from oven and let cool on parchment paper; can transfer cookies still on paper to cooling rack to cool faster.

  • Melt semi-sweet chocolate chips either in double boiler or in microwave. If chocolate is not as smooth as you would like it to be, add 1/2 teaspoon of shortening. Dip warm or cooled cookies into chocolate and tap off any excess chocolate. Set back onto paper to set completely. Alternatively, place the melted chocolate into a disposable pastry bag or ziploc bag and drizzle just the tops of the cookies in chocolate. Keep in airtight container when chocolate sets.

Nutrition

Calories: 447kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 32g | Saturated Fat: 24g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 58mg | Potassium: 431mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 27g | Vitamin A: 83IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 99mg | Iron: 3mg

Course:

  • Dessert

Cuisine:

  • Italian/French

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13 comments

    • Michelle

    This recipe was so perfect! normally recipes just have egg whites, but the condensed milk definitely made it so much better! I loved this recipe!

    Make bigger ones if you love the chew of coconut, smaller or just flatter ones for the people who like the crisp outer bits like I do

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      • tkorchemnaya

      I’m so glad you enjoyed this recipe! 🙂

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    • Diana

    I’m a huge fan of coconut macaroons but never tried baking them! dipping them in chocolate sounds like an amazing idea, I really want some right now 🙂

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      • tkorchemnaya

      You should definitely try this recipe! 🙂 I’m sure you will enjoy the cookies and they’re super easy to make!

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    • Iryna

    Thanks for the recipe…..these cookies look so delicious.
    Can you make some more Ukrainian recipes………I miss my Mom’s and family recipes. I was going to go to Kiev for the first time to visit some relatives whom I’ve never met and thought maybe I can get some recipes that my Grandma grew up with….but with the issues going on there I’m afraid I won’t go this year.
    Thanks…

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      • tkorchemnaya

      I hope you get the chance to go! 🙂 I have grandparents in Ukraine, too. If you go under cuisines in my recipes, I have a whole section of Eastern European recipes: cakes, cookies, main dishes.

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    • olga

    I have sweetened coconut flakes. Will that work, or will the macaroons be too sweet?

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      • tkorchemnaya

      It will work with sweetened coconut flakes but the cookies will be sweeter. They will still taste great! I don’t like mine too sweet but everyone has their preferences 🙂

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    • Viktoriya

    Been wanting to try these bad boys! And finally I did! Turned out amazing!!!

    Thank you for the recipe!

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      • tkorchemnaya

      So glad you enjoyed my recipe! They are delightful!

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    • Ruslana

    Hello Tatyana, I was just wondering how long can you store them for?

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      • tkorchemnaya

      These should last for at least a week, as long as you store them in an airtight container 🙂

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Chocolate Coconut Macaroons Recipe (video) (2024)

FAQs

What's the difference between French macarons and coconut macaroons? ›

Macarons and macaroons are different in their appearance, taste, and texture. A macaron is a meringue-based sandwich cookie that is tinted with food coloring. A macaroon is a drop cookie made with shredded coconut. The preparation for these two cookies is also very different.

What's the difference between a macaron and a chocolate macaroon? ›

A macaron is a sandwich-like cookie that's filled with jam, ganache, or buttercream. A macaroon is a drop cookie made using shredded coconut. The preparation for each of these cookies is incredibly different, even though they start out with many of the same ingredients.

Why did my coconut macaroons run? ›

Make sure you use sweetened condensed milk and NOT evaporated milk (a common mistake that leaves you with runny coconut macaroons). My original recipe called for slightly more milk, but I've reduced it to make sure you don't experience “puddles” beneath your coconut macaroons.

Do you need parchment paper for macaroons? ›

Baking parchment is an exceptional option when making macarons in your oven as it is silicone treated giving it non-stick properties. The silicone also enables it to resist high heats like the 163°C temperature setting required for baking macarons.

Should coconut macaroons be refrigerated? ›

Do Macaroons Need to be Refrigerated? If you're planning on eating your macaroons within a couple of days, then no, they don't need to be kept cold. They should be just fine if you leave them out on the counter in an airtight container.

Are coconut macaroons good for you? ›

That said, because macaroons are high in sugar and offer little nutrition, eating too many of them regularly could be problematic, especially if they replace more nutritious foods in your diet. If you do decide to try them, track your symptoms closely to determine if they have any effect.

Why do macaroons use almond flour? ›

For macaron making, almond flour should be used because we want to create a finer texture. Otherwise, the macarons will not be smooth.

Can I use all-purpose flour instead of almond flour in macarons? ›

can macarons be made with all purpose flour instead of almond flour. the answer is yes. here i'm making my regular swiss meringue without using egg white powder. and after whipping the meringue i'm gonna add the sifted powdered.

Why are macaroons so expensive? ›

Once cooled, the shells are filled with a buttercream or ganache filling. Why do macarons seem to be so expensive? Macarons are typically more expensive than other baked goods due to their labor-intensive preparation, high-quality ingredients, and delicate nature.

What is a Marie Antoinette macaron? ›

Marie-Antoinette Tea. Two light blue macaron shells filled with a smooth cream infused with Marie-Antoinette tea. A Ladurée creation, reflection of the Marie-Antoinette tea : marriage of black tea from China and India, go well with rose petals, citrus, and honey.

What is Scottish macaroon made of? ›

Proper Scottish Macaroons are a potato fondant, dipped in chocolate and coated in coconut. The potato part is quite random but as potatoes are mostly water (about 80%, according to my fact-checking Google search), they actually make a pretty perfect fondant base, alongside of tonne of icing sugar.

What is wrong with my macaroons? ›

If the batter isn't mixed long enough or too much, the macarons won't rise properly. Macarons where not left to dry long enough. This is one of the most common issues with macarons. If they don't dry on top and develop a skin, the steam escapes out the top and cracks the shells.

Do coconut macaroons help diarrhea? ›

Many readers have found that eating coconut macaroon cookies can help control diarrhea symptoms from a number of different conditions, including irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). We first heard about this remedy 17 years ago, when Donald Agar wrote about his experience.

What is the difference between coconut milk and condensed coconut milk? ›

Coconut condensed is made from, you guessed it, coconut! Specifically, this condensed milk is made of coconut milk, plus sugar, salt and guar gum, which is used for thickening and stabilising in food products – it comes from the guar bean.

What are coconut macaroons made of? ›

Coconut macaroons are a popular dessert made with shredded coconut, egg whites, and sugar. These bite-sized treats are loved by many for their crispy exterior and chewy center. They are often served at parties, holidays, or simply enjoyed as a sweet snack.

Is the paper on coconut macaroons edible? ›

Product Description. 6 Coconut macaroons with chocolate flavoured decoration on edible rice paper.

What are the 2 types of macaroons? ›

French macarons are softer with chewy shells and more subtly sweet taste, giving you more of that distinct almond flavour. Whereas Italian macarons are more crisp, even powdery at times and have a more pronounced sweet taste. A trained eye may even be able to tell the difference simply by looking at them.

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