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Pistachio Coconut Macaroons – Easy Chewy Chocolate Treats

Make these Pistachio Coconut Macaroons with sweet shredded coconut, crunchy pistachios, and a chewy center. Finished with chocolate, they’re an easy homemade treat!

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups(255 g) sweetened shredded coconut
  • 2/3 cup(200 g) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 teaspoonvanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoonalmond extract (optional)
  • 2large egg whites
  • 1/4 teaspoonsalt
  • 1/2 cup(60 g) shelled pistachios, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup(85 g) white chocolate chips (optional)
  • 1 teaspooncoconut oil (optional, for melting chocolate)

Instructions

Prepare the Macaroon Mixture

  • Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, combine the shredded coconut, sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, and almond extract.
  • Stir in the chopped pistachios, reserving a tablespoon for garnish.
  • In a separate clean bowl, beat the egg whites with the salt until stiff peaks form.
  • Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the coconut mixture until evenly combined.

Shape and Bake

  • Scoop about 1 1/2 tablespoons of the mixture for each macaroon.
  • Place the mounds on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between them.
  • Gently shape each mound with your fingers or a spoon.
  • Bake for 18–22 minutes, until the edges and tops are lightly golden.
  • Allow the macaroons to cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.