Passover Macaroons
Coconut macaroons are a traditional Passover dessert since they don't contain flour. Made with just four ingredients, these treats are quick to make.
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- Serves: 12 persons
Ingredients
- 3eggs ( whites only )
- 1cup sugar
- 1teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3cups shredded coconut
- Optional: 2 squares (2 ounces) unsweetened or semi-sweet Kosher chocolate
Instructions
Step 1
Gather the ingredients.Step 2
Preheat the oven to 325 F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.Step 3
Beat the egg whites with an electric mixer until they are light and fluffy.Step 4
Gradually beat in the sugar and vanilla. Beat until the egg whites form very stiff peaks.Step 5
Gently fold in the coconut using a spatula.Step 6
Drop the coconut mixture by rounded teaspoons onto the lined baking sheets, placing them at least 2 inches apart.Step 7
Bake the macaroons about 20 minutes, until they are slightly golden and some of the coconut is crispy.Step 8
Allow them to cool completely and then carefully remove them from the parchment paper. Store for up to 1 week in an air-tight container at room temperature, or for longer storage, wrap individually in plastic wrap and freeze.