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Favorite Coconut Macaroons

Name: Favorite Coconut Macaroons
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 5 dozen.
Ingredients: 1/2 cup egg whites (about 3); 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1-1/4 cups sugar; 3 cups sweetened shredded coconut; 30 red or green candied cherries, halved, optional

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Prep: 10 min. Bake: 20 min./batch

Makes

5 dozen

This recipe was lost in my files for more than 40 years before I uncovered it. I decided to make these macaroons for an event at the business my husband and I own...they were a hit with everyone.

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Ingredients

1/2 cup egg whites (about 3)
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
1-1/4 cups sugar
3 cups sweetened shredded coconut
30 red or green candied cherries, halved, optional

Directions

In a large bowl, beat the egg whites, vanilla and salt on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating on high until stiff glossy peaks form and sugar is dissolved, about 6 minutes. Fold in coconut.
Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls 2 in. apart onto lightly greased baking sheets. Top each with a candied cherry half if desired. Bake at 325° for 20-23 minutes or until firm to the touch. Remove to wire racks to cool. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts

2 each: 97 calories, 3g fat (3g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 55mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.

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