These Chocolate Dipped Coconut Macaroons are definitely one of my favorite cookies! These get a nice crunchy toasted exterior with a chewy soft inside. And the little toasty coconut “arms” are so fun to break off and nibble!
And, don’t miss our video on how to make these Chocolate Dipped Coconut Macaroons!
Favorite cookies
I grew up loving coconut, partly because my mom loves the fruit! So I’ve always tried new and wonderful coconut treats. And, this one is just the best, fresh tasting sweet treat around!
What are coconut macaroons?
According to Wikipedia, a macaroon (mak-ə-ROON) is a small biscuit/cookie, typically made from ground almonds (the original main ingredient), coconut, … with sugar and sometimes flavorings … and/or a chocolate coating.
That’s the long answer. The short answer is that a coconut macaroon is a delicious coconut treat!
And these ones are soft and chewy with little crunch bits.
These are absolutely the best I’ve ever had. And, they’re easy to make.
Where are coconut macaroons from?
The macaroon probably originated in Italy, and was taken to France by sailors. There, it was further refined by French pâtissier techniques. The word “macaroon” appears to come from the Italian word “ammaccare” which means to crush. And, there are typically crushed almonds or coconut in a macaroon.
Macaroons became popular with the European Jewish community because it was a perfect treat for Passover because it was unleavened.
Choctoberfest and Tailgating Snacks Month
I’m very excited to share my first Choctoberfest recipe with you today.
And, these Chocolate Dipped Coconut Macaroons are a perfect tailgating snack! Every tailgate needs a little something sweet!
Chocolate Dipped
And, when you dip them in chocolate, oh just divine I tell you!
Now, my husband will say that he prefers these Chocolate Dipped Coconut Macaroons without chocolate. But, I don’t think he really likes chocolate all that much to begin with. Maybe it’s a guy thing? But, either way, chocolate dipped or not, these cookies are da bomb!
Choctoberfest
Want to see all of today’s Choctoberfest recipes?
Check them out here:
Chocolate Dipped Coconut Macaroons Recipe:
Chocolate Dipped Coconut Macaroons
Ingredients
- 14 ounces sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup egg whites from about 8 large eggs
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 8 ounces bittersweet or semisweet chocolate coarsely chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat and set aside.
- In a heavy saucepan, combine all of the ingredients and mix thoroughly. Place over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly while scraping the bottom of the pan to prevent scorching, until the mixture is fairly dry and stiff, about 10 minutes. Remove from the heat.
- Using 2 tablespoon ice-cream scoop, scoop up level portions of the mixture and place them about 1 inch apart on the lined baking sheets.
- Bake in the 350 degree oven until the macaroons are golden brown, about 20 minutes, rotating trays halfway through baking.
- Remove the baking sheets to a wire rack to cool for about 5 minutes, then peel the macaroons from the parchment or baking mat, place them directly on the rack, and let cool completely.
- Place chopped chocolate in a small bowl, and microwave in 30 second increments, stirring after each time, until chocolate is smooth and melted. Dip half of each cookie into the melted chocolate, hold it briefly over the bowl to catch any drips, and place the dipped cookie on a tray lined with parchment paper or a silicone mat. Repeat with remaining cookies. Transfer the cookie sheet with the dipped cookies to the refrigerator, and chill the cookies until the chocolate is set, about 30 minutes. Remove the cookies from the refrigerator and let come to room temperature before serving.
- The macaroons may be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Recipe Video
Recipe Notes
Makes 21 cookies
Adapted from Afternoon Delights Coffeehouse Favorites: Cookies, Coffee Cake, Brownies, Bars, Scones and More
Julie is Hostess At Heart says
October 12, 2016 at 9:29 amThese cookies look amazing. I grew up loving coconut and would sneak it out of the refrigerator. These cookies are going to be perfect for the holidays!
heatherwnac says
October 12, 2016 at 10:52 amThese are truly drool worthy. The pics are amazing and they just look fantastic!
Platter Talk says
October 12, 2016 at 3:57 pmThese look soooo good! I love coconut and chocolate!!!
Brandon @ Kitchen Konfidence says
October 12, 2016 at 5:21 pmMacaroons are one of my favorite confections. I’m a HUGE coconut fan. Even better chocolate dipped 🙂
Everyday Sarah Jane says
October 12, 2016 at 5:29 pmCoconut and chocolate are two of my favorite flavors! How on earth did you know? I absolutely can’t wait to make this drool-worthy recipe…and, more so, I can’t wait to devour every single one!
Melody Shingler says
October 12, 2016 at 6:12 pmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm! Those macaroons look quite delicious!
Annemarie @ justalittlebitofbacon says
October 12, 2016 at 6:35 pmThose cookies look so fluffy! I love the contrast of the soft inside and the crispy outside. And I would definitely want them dipped in chocolate. I’ll take the chocolate your husband doesn’t want. 🙂
Sara says
October 12, 2016 at 7:45 pmOh my goodness, these look really yummy! I can’t resist chocolate or macaroons!
Jovita @ Yummy Addiction says
October 13, 2016 at 4:43 amThat’s how they are called! I am buying them from time to time in my local store but I didn’t know the name because they are called differently in my country. I am surely trying your recipe, thanks!
pattyanderson54p says
October 13, 2016 at 5:04 amWe have made macaroons at Christmas time and mine never have looked as good as these do!
Lisa@Lisa's Dinnertime Dish says
October 13, 2016 at 5:58 amThese look so good! I think coconut and chocolate were just made to go together!
Amanda | My Gluten-Free Miami says
October 13, 2016 at 6:52 amI love coconut. Dip it in chocolate and it is even better!
spiffycookie says
October 13, 2016 at 7:27 amI’ve actually never made coconut macaroons, I need to fix that!
Heather | All Roads Lead to the Kitchen says
October 13, 2016 at 8:32 amOh man, I have a serious macaroon addiction, they’ve been one of my faves since I was a kid. I can’t resist that chewy coconut!
Platter Talk says
October 13, 2016 at 3:23 pmI’m just not sure how long I would trust myself with a batch of these beauties! Holy delicious, you did a fantastic job of creating these!!!
Dan says
October 14, 2016 at 3:23 pmThese were amazing! I might need to block my memory of them or I will eat them all the time!
Janette@CulinaryGinger says
October 14, 2016 at 4:57 pmAnything chocolate dipped is good, but these are amazing.
Christie Campbell (@AKitchenHoor) says
October 15, 2016 at 5:14 amThose are GORGEOUS!! I’d eat the whole pan. Yum!
michaela403 says
October 15, 2016 at 7:49 amI make coconut macaroons every year for my holiday plates. They are always a favorite! yours look fantastic!
Sandra Shaffer says
October 15, 2016 at 8:27 amI love that soft center and adding chocolate puts this cookie is my favorite flavor combination!
Michelle Nahom says
October 15, 2016 at 7:31 pmI know I’d have a difficult time stopping at just one!
lk529 says
October 16, 2016 at 8:17 amMy husband loves Almond Joys and I know he’d enjoy these macaroons, too.
Take Two Tapas says
October 16, 2016 at 6:08 pmThese are the bomb!! I could eat the whole batch but I would explode! I will have to break it into two sessions just to be safe:)
Jenny | Honey and Birch says
October 17, 2016 at 8:41 pmThe magic word here is macaroon! LOVE them!!
@chefmireille says
October 17, 2016 at 10:03 pmthese look awesome and macaroons have always been one of my faves
lisesode says
December 13, 2017 at 11:53 amLooks delicious and easy to make!
Carolyn says
December 15, 2017 at 1:42 pmI can’t wait to try making these!
Kelli says
November 24, 2018 at 8:44 pmCan these be frozen ??
Debi says
November 25, 2018 at 6:39 amKelli, I have never tried freezing them, but I think they would be just fine. Let me know how it goes if you try it. Thanks!