Coconut and Lime Macarons
Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, these coconut macarons are finished with a lime frosting and pistachios.
Ingredients
egg whites
4 large
shredded coconut
250 g
granulated sugar
150 g
vanilla extract
2 tsp
all-purpose flour
25 g
powdered sugar (sifted)
115 g
lime zest
1
lime juice (to adjust icing consistency)
3 to 4 tsp
pistachios (chopped)
1 tbsp
Instructions
1
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2
Step 2
In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the egg whites, coconut, sugar, vanilla extract, and flour; mix well. Heat over low heat for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent sticking. Remove from the heat once the mixture thickens.
3
Step 3
Drop the mixture by spoonfuls onto the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 12 to 13 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden. Let cool completely on the baking sheet after taking it out of the oven.
4
Step 4
Make the icing: combine the powdered sugar and lime zest, then add enough lime juice to reach a fluid consistency. Place a spoonful of icing on each macaron, letting it run down to cover the sides, and sprinkle with chopped pistachios.
