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Chewy Easter Coconut Nest Macaroon Cookies

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These chewy Easter coconut nest macaroon cookies are a festive, easy-to-make treat featuring a perfect balance of chewiness and subtle crunch, topped with mini chocolate eggs for a charming holiday touch.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups shredded sweetened coconut (about 240g)
  • 1 cup sweetened condensed milk (240ml)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 large egg whites, lightly beaten
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • About 30 mini chocolate eggs for decorating

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  2. In a large bowl, combine shredded sweetened coconut, sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir until well mixed and sticky.
  3. In a separate bowl, lightly beat the egg whites until frothy but not stiff.
  4. Gently fold the egg whites into the coconut mixture, being careful not to overmix.
  5. Using a cookie scoop or two spoons, drop generous tablespoons of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Shape each mound into a small nest with a shallow indentation in the center.
  6. Bake for 18–20 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through. The edges should be golden while centers remain slightly soft.
  7. Remove from oven and immediately press 3–4 mini chocolate eggs into the center of each cookie nest.
  8. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.

Notes

Do not overbake to maintain chewiness; pull cookies when edges are golden but centers are still slightly soft. Use medium shredded coconut for best texture. Lightly beaten egg whites add structure without cakey texture. If mixture is too thick to shape, warm briefly in microwave. Rotate baking sheet halfway through baking for even browning. Store in airtight container to keep chewy texture. For dairy-free or vegan options, use sweetened condensed coconut milk and egg replacer.

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