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Irresistible Coconut Macaroon Easter Nests

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These chewy and tender coconut macaroon Easter nests with chocolate eggs are a quick, easy, and festive homemade treat perfect for spring celebrations.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups shredded coconut (about 240g), sweetened or unsweetened
  • 1 cup sweetened condensed milk (240ml)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 large egg whites, lightly beaten
  • A pinch of salt
  • 24 mini chocolate eggs (candy-coated, e.g., Cadbury Mini Eggs)
  • Optional: 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
  • Optional: A handful of chopped pecans or almonds

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
  2. In a clean bowl, lightly beat the two egg whites until frothy but not stiff. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract. Add almond extract if using and stir gently.
  4. Gradually fold in the shredded coconut and a pinch of salt until well combined and sticky.
  5. Gently fold the frothy egg whites into the coconut mixture, being careful not to deflate the air.
  6. Using a spoon or small cookie scoop, drop rounded mounds of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Press your thumb or the back of a small spoon into the center of each mound to create a nest indentation with thick enough walls.
  7. Bake for 15 minutes until edges are golden and centers are just set but still soft.
  8. Remove from oven and quickly press 3-4 mini chocolate eggs into the center of each nest while warm.
  9. Return to oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes to set the eggs and lightly toast the coconut.
  10. Transfer nests to a cooling rack and let cool completely before serving.

Notes

Do not overbeat egg whites; frothy is good but stiff peaks will dry out the batter. Use fresh shredded coconut for best texture. Shape nests promptly as batter firms quickly. Press chocolate eggs into nests while warm but not too hot to avoid melting. Chill batter 15 minutes if nests don’t hold shape well. Avoid overbaking to prevent dryness.

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