Chocolate Macaroons

While others like to decorate their dining table with fresh flowers, my preference for a centerpiece is a fruit basket or a jar full of cookies or both at the same time.  

For some reason,  my husband and I  have the tendency to forget about our fruit intakes when they are tucked away in the fridge, therefore it makes sense to lay out on the dining table to serve  as our reminder. Whilst we don’t need to be reminded of our cookie intakes,  I think it is a surefire way to make a home more inviting to friends if there are cookies on the table 24/7  :P 

So when I noticed that I  was running low on cookies, it was without a doubt that I need to ”restock” ASAP! That said, I wanted something absolutely delicious, chocolaty and of course with minimal effort, the recipe for chocolate macaroons fits the descriptions like a sock.

 {Externally crispy, internally chewy, light, chocolaty and “coconutty” - perfect as all day snack!}

Chocolate Macaroons

(Adapted from Fresh & Tasty Chocolate Box)

(Makes 20)

Ingredients:

2 egg whites

170g caster sugar

45g cocoa powder, sifted

140g shredded coconut

Methods:

1. Preheat oven to 180 degress celsius/ 350 degrees fahrenheit / Gas 4

2. Place egg whites in a bowl and beat until stiff peaks form.

3. Gradually beat in sugar and continue beating until mixture is thick and glossy.

4. Fold cocoa powder and coconut into egg whites.

5. Drop tablespoons of mixture onto greased baking trays and bake for 15 minutes or until macroons are firm. Transfer to wire racks to cool.

(Note: Avoid baking these on a humid day as moisture will affect their texture. Store macaroons in an airtight container in a cool, dry place)