Recipe: coconut macaroons

Yes, it is the season of over-eating, yet I do want to make an effort to have (semi) healthy alternatives on the menu.  This is where these adorable macaroons come in handy!  I discovered coconut early in my life and what I like is its natural sweetness.  I always try to find new recipes to include coconut (savoury or sweet).  

So, with no further ado, here is the recipe:

 

Coconut macaroons

adapted from peanut butter and peppers

2 egg whites

100g sugar

1 tsp vanilla

250g coconut, shredded

2 tbsp flour

1/4 tsp salt

Preheat oven at 160 degrees C at fan. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper (I'm a recent addict to the reusable one).  In a bowl add all ingredients with the order written and mix well.  For forming, you can either drop a spoonful onto the baking sheet, or do as I did:  use an old-fashioned coffee measuring spoon (that looks like a cone) or make other whimsical forms - this is a fun recipe and it's up to you to show your creativity!  Bake for about 12 minutes until edges begin to brown.

Enjoy!

This post is my entry into Weekend Cooking, a weekly event hosted by Beth Fish Reads.

This is also my entry in the Pin it and Do it:  A Pinteresting challenge, hosted by Trish.