Guest guest Posted December 30, 2006 Report Share Posted December 30, 2006 If you're looking for a quick and easy dessert idea for another upcoming event, this is a winner. The macaroons are amazingly quick to make (my batch took about 20 minutes, from start to cooling time) and the cardamom adds a lovely exotic flavor. This recipe is courtesy of one of my new favorite cookbooks, In Nirmala's Kitchen. It's not for strict vegetarians or vegans, but those who consume milk and eggs should be okay. Pictures of the finished recipe can be seen at http://www.28cooks.com Cardamom Coconut Macaroons Makes about 16 large cookies 2 1/2 c unsweetened grated coconut 1/4 c sweetened condensed milk 2 tsp ground cardamom 2 large pinches salt 2 large egg whites In a large bowl, combine coconut, milk, cardamom, and one pinch of salt. Stir well with a wooden spoon until evenly combined. Set aside. In a small bowl, combine egg whites and pinch of salt; beat with mixer until stiff peaks form. Fold into coconut mixture until just combined. Drop 1 tbsp of batter onto parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving about 1 inch between cookies. With wet hands, mold into mounds. Bake in oven for 8-10 minutes, until edges are starting to brown. Cool on sheet for 5 minutes, then remove and cool on wire racks. If desired, cookies are wonderful drizzled with melted dark chocolate. Enjoy! Christiane Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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