These chocolate coconut macaroons are a delicious twist on the classic coconut macaroons—sweet, moist, and chewy inside with a crisp exterior. They’re dipped in white chocolate for an irresistible finish everyone will love. Made with just 6 simple ingredients, they’re naturally gluten-free and easy to make!
8ounceswhite chocolate barschopped (use two x 4-ounce bars) or use 8 ounce white chocolate chips
Instructions
Prep. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°F) and line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
Mix. Add coconut, condensed milk, cocoa powder, vanilla and salt into a large bowl and stir well to thoroughly combine.
Finish. Add egg whites into another bowl and beat with an electric beater until stiff peaks form, about 3 minutes. Gently fold the egg whites into the coconut mixture.
Scoop. Using a 1½-tablespoon scoop, scoop the cookie batter onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing each of them about 1 inch apart. Smooth any rough edges using a spoon to give a more rounded look.
Bake. Bake one sheet at a time for 20 to 24 minutes, until the cookies feel slightly dry when touched. Place baking sheet on a wire rack to cool completely.👉 Don’t overbake: Since these macaroons are dark, it’s harder to judge by color. Instead, start checking around the 21-minute mark. If the tops feel dry to the touch, take them out—overbaking will make them dry.
Dip in white chocolate
Melt chocolate. Break the chocolate bar into small pieces and place them in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 15-second intervals, stirring after each, until the white chocolate is completely smooth.
Dip. Dip the bottom of the cookies in the melted chocolate (let it come to about ¼-inch in height around the edges). Remove cookies, draining excess chocolate and place back on the parchment-lined baking sheet and let cool completely at room temperature until the chocolate is set, about 1 hour. (Pop the tray in the fridge or freezer to set the chocolate quickly.)👉 You can also drizzle the top of the cookies with the chocolate instead of dipping, if desired.
Cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
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Notes
Separating egg whites while they are cold makes the process easier.Don't over-bake! Over baking might make the chocolate coconut macaroons dry.Use a cookie scoopso that all the macaroons are even in size.Pop the tray in the fridge or freezer to set the chocolate quickly.