White Chocolate Macaroons

Name: White Chocolate Macaroons
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Yield: 5 dozen.
Cuisine: Comfort Food Desserts, Comfort Food Recipes
Ingredients: 5 egg whites; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1-1/3 cups sugar; 5-1/4 cups sweetened shredded coconut, toasted, divided; 3/4 cup ground almonds; 6 ounces white baking chocolate, coarsely chopped

These macaroons have got a great homemade feel to them. The chocolate and coconut combination make them a very rich treat that everyone seems to love.—Joyln Trickel, Helendale, California

Ingredients

5 egg whites
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-1/3 cups sugar
5-1/4 cups sweetened shredded coconut, toasted, divided
3/4 cup ground almonds
6 ounces white baking chocolate, coarsely chopped

Directions

Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Add vanilla; beat on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in sugar, about 2 tablespoons at a time, on high until stiff glossy peaks form and sugar is dissolved. Gradually fold in 4 cups coconut and nuts, about 1/2 cup at a time.
Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto parchment-lined baking sheets. Bake at 275° for 25 minutes or until firm to the touch. Remove to wire racks to cool completely.
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate; stir until smooth. Spoon 1/4 teaspoon white chocolate on each cookie; sprinkle each with 1 teaspoon coconut. Place on waxed paper-lined baking sheets. Refrigerate for 1 hour or until chocolate is set. Store in an airtight container.

Originally published as Chocolate-Dipped Macaroons in Taste of Home Cookies