Marvelous Macaroons

These Marvelous Macaroons offer a delightful twist on the classic cookie by incorporating crushed pineapple for added moisture and a bright tropical flavor. The combination of sweetened condensed milk, toasted almonds, and shredded coconut creates a chewy interior with a beautifully crisp exterior. Perfect for afternoon tea, holiday parties, or as a unique dessert accompaniment, they bring a home-style warmth to any gathering. The subtle hint of lemon peel and almond extract elevates the aroma, making these cookies irresistible. Easy to prepare and store, they are a crowd-pleaser that balances sweetness with texture.

Cooking Method: Baking

Cuisine: American

Courses: Desserts

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 42

Calories: 66.7

Dietary: Vegetarian

Description

These Marvelous Macaroons offer a delightful twist on the classic cookie by incorporating crushed pineapple for added moisture and a bright tropical flavor. The combination of sweetened condensed milk, toasted almonds, and shredded coconut creates a chewy interior with a beautifully crisp exterior. Perfect for afternoon tea, holiday parties, or as a unique dessert accompaniment, they bring a home-style warmth to any gathering. The subtle hint of lemon peel and almond extract elevates the aroma, making these cookies irresistible. Easy to prepare and store, they are a crowd-pleaser that balances sweetness with texture.

Ingredients

1 can DOLE Crushed Pineapple in

Directions

1
Preheat oven to 350&# 194;Â°F (175ÃÂ°C).
2
Drain the crushed pineapple well, reserving the juice for another use.
3
In a large bowl, combine the drained pineapple, sweetened condensed milk, flaked coconut, toasted chopped almonds, melted margarine, grated lemon peel, and almond extract.
4
Mix the wet ingredients thoroughly until well combined.
5
In a small separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and baking powder.
6
Add the dry ingredients to the pineapple mixture and beat until just blended and no dry streaks remain.
7
Drop the batter by heaping tablespoonfuls onto greased cookie sheets, spacing them about 1 inch apart to allow for spreading.
8
Bake for 13 to 15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set.
9
Remove from the oven and let the macaroons cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 42

Amount Per Serving
Calories 66.7kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.1g1%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 1.3mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 17.3g6%
Dietary Fiber 1.9g8%
Sugars 13.3g
Protein 0.7g2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Storage: Store cooled macaroons in an airtight container in the refrigerator to maintain freshness and chewiness.

Ingredient Note: Ensure the pineapple is drained very well to prevent the cookies from becoming too soggy.

Variation: For a nut-free version, omit the almonds and increase the coconut slightly.

Keywords: coconut, macaroons, pineapple, almonds, cookies, dessert, baking, chewy, tropical, holiday, easy, american, lemon, almond extract, condensed milk, crunchy, party snack, homemade, sweet

Read it online: https://www.chefs-mate.com/recipe/marvelous-macaroons/