Heaven Macaroons

So I've been attempting to find the perfect macaroon recipe. And after flat ones, skinny ones, gooey ones and burnt ones, I think I officially figured out what it needed..

The secret?

Almond extract. You heard that right! almond extract. Pure, not flavoring. 

These ended up in little perfect balls of coconut goodness that worked out perfectly. 

I am also going to be posting the baby pancakes I've been making since they can only have the yokes.

Heaven Macaroons

By Battertobake

Ingredients

2 1/2 cups unsweetened organic coconut flakes

3 large egg whites ( reserve yokes for baby pancakes)

1/4 cup plus 2 teaspoons honey

1/4 tsp salt

1/4 tsp vanilla extract

1/4 tsp almond extract

Directions

1. Whisk together the egg whites, honey, vanilla and almond until bubbly

2. Add the flakes  and self and mix extremely will.

3. Chill in the fridge covered for about an hour. 

4. Preheat oven to 350 degrees

5. Using a tablespoon scoop out the mixture and pack it in. Add two tablespoons to your hand and squeeze firmly to make a ball.

6. Place on a lined baking sheet in the center rack and bake for 15 minutes. 

7. Cool completely before removing. 

8. Top with dark chocolate if you need that extra sweetness!