Coconut Macaroons

Coconut Macaroons (Filipino Style) is a dessert that is simply made from sweet shredded coconut, condensed milk, eggs, butter, vanilla extract and sugar. They are baked using a mini-muffin pan with mini paper liners. It is very popular in the Philippines as well as in the States. You can easily find these ingredients at any local grocery stores. It is easy, delicious and definitely a treat for sweet tooth. Growing up, we always have this as an appetizer or dessert only on special occasions. My Mom makes it and it is by far one of my favorites. As we were making it, I remember how excited I was whenever my Mom cook or bake. She would let me measure and mix the ingredients. Today, seeing my son enjoying it just as much is very heartwarming. 

INGREDIENTS

14 oz. of shredded coconut

14 oz. can condensed milk

½ tsp vanilla extract

½ cup butter

½ cup light brown sugar

3 eggs

DIRECTION

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. In a big bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add condensed milk, vanilla extract and eggs. Using an electric mixer, mix for 30 seconds in lowest setting. Finally, add the shredded or desicated coconut and blend using a spatula. I highly suggest using a mini muffin pan with liners and fill it with the mixture. Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.