Description
These delightful Coconut Macaroons with Cherry are a perfect treat, offering a chewy texture with a burst of sweetness from the cherries. They’re simple to make and always a crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
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- 3 cups shredded coconut, sweetened
- 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
- 1/2 cup maraschino cherries, halved and patted dry
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine the shredded coconut, sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, and almond extract (if using). Mix well until everything is evenly combined.
- Gently fold in the halved maraschino cherries.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each macaroon.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the macaroons are golden brown around the edges.
- Let the macaroons cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, toast the coconut in the oven for a few minutes before mixing. Watch it closely to prevent burning.
- You can substitute the maraschino cherries with dried cranberries or chopped dates for a different flavor profile.
- Store the macaroons in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: PT15M
- Cook Time: PT20M
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 macaroon
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 14g