Macaroons

Ingredients

  • 3 large (7 1/4 tbsp) egg whites)
  • 1/2 c sugar
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 c corn syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 c flour
  • 2 1/2 c coconut flakes
  • Optional: a few chocolate chips

Directions

  • In stainless steel bowl over a saucepan of simmering water, whisk together the egg whites, sugar and salt.
  • When the mixture is warm to the touch, remove from heat and stir in the corn syrup, vanilla, flour and coconut flakes.
  • Cover and refrigerate for about an hour or until the dough is firm.
  • Preheat oven to 325° F.
  • Cover a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place small mounds (about 1 tbsp) of the dough on to the parchment-lined baking sheet 2 inches apart.
  • Optional: top with one or two chocolate chips.
  • Bake for 15-20 minute or until golden brown.
  • Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for about 10 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool completely.

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