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Hand holding coconut macaroon nest filled with candy eggs.

Coconut Macaroon Nests

Coconut macaroon nests are such and easy and tasty treat. They are a perfect way to celebrate spring or serve them as an Easter dessert.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Servings: 15 Macaroons
Author: Carlee

Ingredients

  • ⅔ cup all-purpose flour
  • 14 oz. sweetened flaked coconut
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 14 oz. sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Candy eggs

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  • In a large mixing bowl, stir together ⅔ cup all-purpose flour, 14 oz. sweetened flaked coconut and ¼ teaspoon salt.
  • Add 14 oz. sweetened condensed milk and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Stir until incorporated.
  • Use a large cookie scoop to scoop about 3 Tablespoons of dough onto the baking sheet. Use the back of a spoon or your fingers to form the dough into a nest shape.
  • Bake for 18-20 minutes.
  • Cool completely before filling with candy eggs.
  • Store nests in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.

Nutrition

Serving: 1nest | Calories: 227kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.001g | Cholesterol: 9mg | Sodium: 148mg | Potassium: 200mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 71IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 79mg | Iron: 1mg
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