Coconut Lime Macaroons

Lime is a perfect pair for coconut macaroons. Make these for an easy on-the-go snack.

Serves: 12

Prep Time: 5 min

Cooking Time: 15 min

Total:  20 min

Ingredients

2 1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
1/4 cup ground almonds
1/4 tsp. salt
4 egg whites

1 tsp. lime zest

1 tbsp. lime juice

Directions

1. In a small pot, combine coconut, ground almonds, salt and egg whites.  Mix thoroughly.
2. Over medium-low heat, stir mixture constantly for about 5-8 min. When mixture begins to stick to the bottom of the pot, remove from heat and stir in lime zest and juice. The mixture should be stick, not dry and pasty.
3. Allow to cool for 15 minutes.
4. Preheat oven to 350 F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
5. Scoop spoonfuls of macaroon mixture onto the baking sheet. Roll into balls, or other shapes with wet hands.
6. Bake for 15 minutes, or until golden brown.  Cool completely.