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Lime Coconut Macaroons

Delicious and zesty lime coconut macaroons, perfect for a sweet treat.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 24 macaroons
Calories: 90 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 3 cups sweetened shredded coconut
  • ⅔ cup sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon lime zest
  • 2 large egg whites
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Instructions 

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded coconut, sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, and lime zest. Mix well.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg whites and salt until stiff peaks form.
  4. Gently fold the egg whites into the coconut mixture until fully incorporated.
  5. Using a spoon, drop small mounds of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
  6. Bake for 20 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
  7. Allow the macaroons to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 90kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 40mg | Potassium: 50mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 0.3mg

Keywords

Coconut, Lime, Macaroons
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