Pistachio Coconut Macaroons
Pistachio Coconut Macaroons are a delightful fusion of chewy coconut and nutty pistachios, enhanced with a hint of rosewater and enveloped in rich dark chocolate. These macaroons are not only easy to make but also a show-stopping dessert perfect for festive occasions or any get-together.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 20 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups shredded unsweetened coconut flakes
- 1 1/2 cups skinned pistachio nuts
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 1/2 tsp rosewater (or vanilla extract)
- 1 egg
- 1 egg white
- Pinch of salt
- 9 oz dark chocolate
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F. If using dried coconut, soak it in warm water for 5 minutes, then drain.
- In a food processor, pulse the pistachios until finely crumbed.
- Beat together the egg and egg white in a small bowl. Combine pistachios with coconut, sugar, cornstarch, rosewater, beaten eggs, and salt; mix well.
- Form mounds on a lined baking sheet using rounded tablespoons of the mixture.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until lightly golden at the base, then cool on the baking sheet.
- Melt dark chocolate and dip each macaroon's top before placing them back to set.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 macaroon (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Find it online: https://allfoodierecipes.com/pistachio-coconut-macaroons/