Australian Carob Coconut Macaroons

Servings: 8
Ingredients
- 1 cup organic shredded coconut, unsweetened
- 1/4 cup egg whites
- 2 tbsps The Australian Carob Co. Roasted or Raw Carob Powder
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 2 tbsps organic real maple syrup
- 1 tsp pure and real vanilla extract
OPTIONAL
- 3 tbsps Carob Chips, (we recommend our recipe for homemade carob chips)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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In a medium-size bowl, whip egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add the salt and carob powder. Continue to whip to stiff peaks.
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Using the cut and fold technique, fold in the unsweetened shredded coconut. Then add maple syrup and vanilla extract into the mixture. Continue to fold until well combined.
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Using an ice cream scoop or a spoon, portion one (1) tablespoon per macaroon and space evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
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Bake for 15 minutes or a bit longer for even browning. Every oven is different so adjust baking times based on the type of oven that you are using.
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Allow the macaroons to cool.
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Enjoy with your favourite beverage!
OPTIONAL
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Heat carob chips in the microwave until melted or until it reaches nice dipping consistency.
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Gently dip the bottom of each macaroon to about 1/4 of the way up the side. If you have extra shredded coconut, you may also coat the bottom with that as the final step.
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Place dipped macaroons back onto the parchment-lined baking sheet to allow them to set or to cool completely before serving.