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