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Condensed Milk Coconut Macaroons with Cherries
These coconut macaroons vanish fast, especially with that cherry on top
These coconut macaroons are as simple as it gets. Mix a few ingredients, roll them into balls, pop them in the oven, and you’re done. They’re soft, chewy, and topped with a little cherry for a fun twist: no fancy tools, no hard steps, just sweet coconut goodness in every bite.
Why You’ll Love These Coconut Macaroons
- Easy to dress up with cherries or chocolate
- Only a few ingredients
- Quick to mix and bake
- No special skills needed
- Sweet, chewy, and full of coconut flavor
Soft, chewy coconut macaroons with cherries that anyone can make. Try them today
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Easy Cherry Coconut Macaroons for Quick Baking Days
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 40 servings depending on size 1x
- Category: Cake, Cupcakes, Cookies and Tarts
- Method: Easy
- Cuisine: French
Description
If you love coconut and need a fast, fuss-free treat, these coconut macaroons are the answer. They’re chewy, sweet, and only take a few basic ingredients to make. Plus, the chopped cherries on top give them a pop of color and a little extra flavor
Ingredients
- 3 cups desiccated coconut
- 1 can (385g) sweetened condensed milk
- Chopped green and red cherries
- A bit of extra coconut for rolling
Instructions
- In a big bowl, stir together the desiccated coconut and the full can of condensed milk.
- Mix well until everything sticks together.
- Scoop out small amounts (about the size of a walnut) and roll into balls.
- Then roll each one in some extra coconut for a light coating.
- Press a small piece of cherry on top of each ball.
- Place the macaroons on a greased baking sheet.
- Bake in a 180°C (350°F) oven for about 10 minutes.
- Keep a close eye, they can brown quickly underneath.
Tips:
- Use parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Swap the cherries for chocolate chips, or leave them out if you prefer a plain version.
- Let the macaroons cool before moving them, they firm up as they sit.
These coconut macaroons are quick to make, easy to customize, and perfect for when you want a homemade sweet without too much effort. Great for holidays, bake sales, or anytime you’re craving something coconutty and chewy.
Notes
Created, prepared, tried, and tested by Bobby
Looking for something quick and sweet? This easy coconut macaroons recipe uses condensed milk and takes just minutes to prep. Top each one with a cherry and watch them disappear from the tray. Simple, colorful, and just the right mix of chewy and crisp.
Coconut Macaroons with Condensed Milk and Cherries is a quick and easy recipe that delivers a soft, chewy texture with just a few ingredients. The sweet coconut flavor pairs perfectly with the pop of cherry on top, making these macaroons a fun treat for any occasion. No special tools or steps: mix, roll, and bake.
There is some variation in whether the term macaron or macaroon is used, and the related macaroon is often confused with the macaron. In North America, most bakers have adopted the French spelling of macaron for the meringue-based treat to distinguish the two. The two confections have a shared history with macaroni (Italian: maccheroni, from Greek μακαρία). French words ending with “-on” that were borrowed into English in the 16th and 17th centuries are usually spelled with “-oon” (for example: balloon, cartoon, platoon). In the UK, many bakeries continue to use the term macaroon.
What’s the Difference Between Macaroons and Coconut Macaroons?
- Coconut macaroons are made with egg whites, sugar, and coconut.
- Conversely, French – or Parisian – macarons are made with egg whites, sugar, and almond flour/ground almonds.
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