Description
Coconut Macaroon Easter Nests are delightful, chewy treats that embody the spirit of spring celebrations. Bursting with tropical coconut flavor and filled with colorful chocolate eggs or jelly beans, these nests are perfect for adding a touch of whimsy to your Easter dessert table. Easy to make and visually stunning, they are sure to impress both kids and adults alike. Whip up a batch for family gatherings or as a sweet surprise for loved ones!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups sweetened shredded coconut
- 2 large egg whites
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Mini chocolate eggs or jelly beans (for decoration)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whip the egg whites until soft peaks form.
- Gently fold in the shredded coconut, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Scoop small amounts of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, shaping into nest-like formations.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack before decorating with chocolate eggs or jelly beans.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg