Ambrosia Macaroons

Ambrosia Macaroons are a delightful twist on classic coconut macaroons, adding in the flavors of mandarin oranges, cherries, and cranberries.

This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 65 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.

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Ambrosia Macaroons

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 15 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 5 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 1920

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Sweetened shredded coconut
• ¹⁄₄ cup All-purpose flour
• ¹⁄₂ cup Granulated sugar
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• 3 large Egg whites
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Vanilla extract
• ¹⁄₂ cup Canned mandarin oranges (drained and chopped)
• ¹⁄₄ cup Maraschino cherries (drained and chopped)
• ¹⁄₄ cup Dried cranberries

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, combine the shredded coconut, flour, sugar, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gently fold in the vanilla extract.
4. Gradually fold the egg whites into the coconut mixture. Stir in the mandarin oranges, cherries, and cranberries.
5. Drop rounded spoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 15 minutes, or until the macaroons are lightly golden brown.
6. Remove from the oven and let the macaroons cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
7. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 160kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 18g6%

Sugars 14g

Protein 2g4%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.