Easy Lemon Coconut Macaroons Recipe (2024)

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These Lemon Coconut Macaroons are so yummy with their light lemon flavor, chewy coconut and white chocolate bottoms! You’ll want to eat them all!

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So the other day I was working a video in my office, which means I’m carrying ingredients back and forth between the kitchen and the office. All that carrying of things certainly increases the risk of me spilling something. Not to mention that my office has carpet, so spills are less fun than in the kitchen.

Well, I was working with some chocolate ganache and when I set the whisk down in the bowl, it was apparently a bit top heavy. The next thing I know the whisk comes tumbling out of the bowl and flies off the table onto the carpet, literally spraying chocolate all over me, the carpet, the table, my tripod – everything.

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Naturally I screamed out in fear of the chocolate shower going all over my office. The hubs came quickly to see if he could help and all we could do was laugh. Such a chocolate mess! He helped me clean things up and then I went back to it.

The next thing I look down and Jessie is standing there licking my pant legs. There wasn’t really any chocolate to get since I’d whipped it off, but she could still smell it and was trying to get what she could. I was a walking chocolate pop to her. Ha! Such a mess!

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Fortunately the white chocolate coating on these macaroons didn’t involve getting it all over the place. Relatively painless. 🙂 The painful part was not eating every single one of them at the same time. So good!Easy Lemon Coconut Macaroons Recipe (5)

An Easy Coconut Macaroons Recipe

Coconut macaroons are a relatively new love for me. It was a while before I tried them and now I could totally eat them all the time. I love coconut flavor and it’s so perfect for spring. It makes me think of warm summer days and hanging by the water. These are particularly delicious with the lemon flavor in them.

While there are a few different ways to make macaroons, these are made primarily with sweetened condensed milk and egg whites. The combination results in a cookie that sets well, but stays soft and chewy for days. I just love their texture and love that if I can maintain my self control, I can snack on them over as much as a week and they are still wonderful. Can’t wait to make them again already!

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Lemon Coconut Macaroons

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  • Author: Lindsay
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: About 15 Cookies
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Oven
  • Cuisine: American
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These Lemon Coconut Macaroons are so yummy with their light lemon flavor, chewy coconut and white chocolate bottoms! You’ll want to eat them all!

Ingredients

  • 14 oz sweetened shredded coconut
  • 14 oz sweetened condensed milk
  • 2 1/2 tbsp lemon zest
  • 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 egg whites, room temperature
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 6 oz melting white chocolate

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
2. Combine the coconut, sweetened condensed milk, lemon zest, lemon juice and vanilla extract in a large bowl. Set aside.
3. Add the egg whites and salt to a large mixer bowl and whip on high speed with the whisk attachment until they reach stiff peaks.
4. Carefully fold the egg whites into the coconut mixture.
5. Drop rounded tablespoons of the coconut mixture onto a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
6. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until lightly brown. Allow to cool.
7. Melt the white chocolate according to the instructions on the package.
8. Dip of the bottom of the macaroons into the chocolate and place on parchment paper to dry.
9. Drizzle the remaining chocolate over the tops of the cookies, then sprinkle with additional lemon zest, if desired.
10. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.

Macaroons modified from coconut macaroons recipe.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 Macaroon
  • Calories: 312
  • Sugar: 37.7 g
  • Sodium: 171 mg
  • Fat: 16.1 g
  • Carbohydrates: 39.1 g
  • Protein: 4.8 g
  • Cholesterol: 14.5 mg

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Enjoy!

Easy Lemon Coconut Macaroons Recipe (2024)

FAQs

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

Macaroons are larger, denser and chewier that macarons, and definitely easier to make. Coconut macaroons are flavored with sugar and vanilla, but their main flavor is the coconut itself.

Do I need to refrigerate coconut macaroons? ›

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.

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.

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

What is condensed coconut milk? This product is thick and sweet, it's made from coconut milk, water, sugar and usually a thickener. Best for using in drinks such as pina coladas or as a dairy-free substitute for condensed milk. It's not suitable as a substitute for coconut milk or cream.

Why do macaroons use almond flour? ›

Flavor of the Macarons with All-purpose Flour versus Almond Flour. The macarons made with almond flour taste delicious as you probably know, they have a delicate sweetness to them.

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.

Which method of macarons is best? ›

A stable, billowy Italian meringue is the best kind for producing quality macarons. All styles of meringue involve whipping egg whites so that their protein strands begin to unwind and form a network that holds water and air bubbles in place.

Why did my coconut macaroons spread? ›

Macaroons will spread a little when baking, but not a lot. If your macaroons are spreading too much, the coconut mixture might be too warm. You can try chilling the mixture for 20-30 minutes before baking. Also, make sure you don't add too much sweetened condensed milk.

Can you eat macaroons that have been left out overnight? ›

Macarons shouldn't be kept out of the fridge for too long. And depending on the filling they have, they shouldn't be out of the fridge for longer than 2 hours.

Can you freeze homemade macaroons? ›

Lastly, you can store your macarons in the freezer as well. That is if you plan to serve them in few months. If you decide to freeze, beware to thaw them slowly. Because this process might "wet" the outer shells.

Are macaroons bad for diabetics? ›

What baked goods can diabetics eat? Baked goods made with whole wheat flour, almond flour, or other low-GI ingredients and less added sugar are fine for diabetics. Some good choices are sugar-free carrot cake, keto chocolate cake, and low-carb coconut macaroons.

Is the paper on coconut macaroons edible? ›

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

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 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.

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.

Do coconut macaroons contain flour? ›

Although not often used in Coconut Macaroons, adding flour gives these cookies a wonderful dense texture and a dome-like shape. For the dried coconut I prefer to use unsweetened, either shredded or flaked. However, you can use sweetened dried coconut which is made by combining coconut with powdered sugar.

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