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Coconut Lemon Macaroon Nests

Coconut Lemon Macaroon Nests

Indulge in the delightful flavors of Coconut Lemon Macaroon Nests, where chewy coconut meets zesty lemon. These easy-to-make treats are perfect for any occasion and will have your taste buds dancing. Make them tonight for a sweet surprise!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Servings: 10 nests
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 190
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2/3 cup Sweetened Condensed Milk
  • 1 Egg White
  • 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 1/8 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest
  • 3 1/2 cups Sweetened Coconut
  • 3/4 cup Lemon Curd
  • Jelly Beans

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Wooden Spoon

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a Silpat mat.
  2. In a large bowl, stir together the sweetened condensed milk, egg white, vanilla extract, fresh lemon juice, and salt. Mix until well combined.
  3. Add in the lemon zest and sweetened coconut. Mix well until all the coconut is coated with the sweet mixture.
  4. With a spoon, scoop up about 2 tablespoons of the dough and place it onto the prepared baking sheet. Form the mixture into the shape of a bird nest.
  5. Bake the cookies for 18 to 20 minutes, or until they are slightly golden brown.
  6. Once done, remove the nests from the oven and press your thumb down in the center again.
  7. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for about 5 minutes until they are firm. Then, carefully remove them with a spatula and place them on a cooling rack.
  8. Once cooled, place about a tablespoon of lemon curd in the center of each nest.
  9. Finally, place 2 jelly beans in the center of each nest for decoration.
  10. Enjoy your delicious Coconut Lemon Macaroon Nests!

Notes

  • Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge to keep them fresh.
  • Freezing: You can freeze the unbaked nests for up to a month.
  • Decoration: Feel free to use different candies or edible flowers to decorate your nests.
  • Texture: If you like a chewier texture, consider adding a bit more sweetened coconut to the mixture.
  • Variations: Experiment with different citrus flavors, like lime or orange, in place of lemon for a new twist!