Easy, Chewy Coconut Macaroons (GF)

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Not to be confused with the French cookie, Macarons, this underrated coconut cookie offers an easy yet different cookie that is packed full of chewy coconut texture and enough sweetness to put a smile on your face! This cookie is gluten free if you use a GF flour of your choosing. I have only personally used almond flour, and find it amazing. Note on gluten free at bottom.

This cookie is super easy, not requiring any baking soda or powder and very few ingredients, it is a great beginner cookie!

These can be made with or without a chocolate bottom for extra added flavor!

Recipe

Time: 1 hour Yield: 36

Ingredients

1 bag (14oz) Sweetened Coconut Shreds

1 can (14oz) Sweetened Condensed Milk

2/3 C. Almond Flour (can use All-purpose)

1/2 tsp. Salt

2 tsp. Vanilla Extract

Optional chocolate bottom:

1/2 C. Chocolate chips (dark or semi-sweet work)

1/4 Tbs. coconut oil

Instructions:

1. Pre-heat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.

2. Combine all ingredients in a bowl, either normal bowl or stand mixer. Mix until everything is incorporated.

3. Take a cookie scoop or a tablespoon and scoop on a lined cookie tray. ( I used silicone mats)

4. Bake for 15 minutes or until golden on top. If unsure, check the bottom of one cookie carefully for a golden brown bottom.

5. Let cool. Ready to eat!

   Optional added chocolate:

6. In a small sauce pan, heat coconut oil on low. (Be patient)

7. Once melted and thoroughly heated, add chocolate chips. Stir.

8. When all chips are melted, dip the bottoms of the macaroon in, and place back on the mat to cool.

9. Freeze for 10 minutes to ensure a hardened chocolate bottom, or wait until the chocolate firms at room temp. (Around 30 minutes to 1 hour depending on humidity and temperature.)

Notes:

1. This recipe is gluten free under the assumption that none of the products bought have come into contact with gluten. Ensure that all your products certify that they are gluten free if you are severaly allergic.

2. I like the cookie with both chocolate and without. I eat it with my iced latte in the morning. If I had to choose a chocolate, I would pick dark.

3. This cookie can be frozen for up to six months in a container. Can be store in a container or bag on counter at room temp.