No-Bake Coconut Macaroons
Deliciously chewy and sweet no-bake coconut macaroons. A quick and easy treat perfect for any occasion!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes (no-bake)
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: Approximately 2-3 dozen macaroons (depending on size) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Possibly Italian-American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 1/2 cups shredded coconut (sweetened or unsweetened)
- 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Optional:
- Chocolate chips or chopped nuts
- Melted chocolate for drizzling
Instructions
- Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, combine shredded coconut, sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix well until all the coconut is evenly coated.
- Shape macaroons: Using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop, scoop portions of the mixture and shape them into mounds.
- Arrange: Place the mounds onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving some space between each macaroon.
- Chill: Refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or longer) to allow the macaroons to firm up.
- Optional Drizzle: If desired, drizzle with melted chocolate after chilling.
Notes
- If the mixture is too sticky, you can add a little more shredded coconut.
- You can customize the flavor by adding chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or other mix-ins to the coconut mixture.
- For a richer flavor, use full-fat sweetened condensed milk.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or in the refrigerator for longer. You can also freeze them for several months.