Chewy on the inside and a lovely light crisp shell make these a really special treat. They are ever so moreish and something a little bit different for your next afternoon tea. If you have the willpower, they can last up to a week!
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Makes: 30 small macaroons
Ingredients
3 egg whites
1 ½ cups caster sugar
1 ½ cups desiccated coconut
1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
1 drop pink food colouring
Method
Preheat oven to 180 degrees (fan forced).
Beat egg whites till they form soft peaks.
Add caster sugar ½ cup at a time and beat until stiff and glossy. This will usually take around 5 minutes.
Add vanilla and food colouring and gently combine with a spatula.
Add coconut ½ cup at a time again gently combining with a spatula.
Pipe onto baking tray. If your trays are not non-stick, make sure to use baking paper.
Bake for 10 minutes or until a lovely light brown.
Allow to cool on tray before turning onto cooling rack. Underside should look almost like a meringue.
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Categories
#Family
#Kid Friendly
#Snacks
#Coconut
#Baking