Before I became a food blogger, the term “macaroons” meant only one thing: craggy little balls of toasted coconut surrounding a sweet and chewy center. And, while I’ve since become quite familiar with the delicate and ethereal French macarons that seem to be spun from almonds and air, I’ll always have a soft spot in my heart for the former. They’re what I grew up on, and evoke fond memories of years gone by. To this day, if I close my eyes as I bite into a coconut macaroon, I’m five years-old again – holding my daddy’s hand as we stroll down Morris Park on a Sunday morning, toting our white bakery bag filled with goodies. Good times…
Coconut macaroons remind me of springtime. Their popularity seems to swell around Passover and Eastertime, both of which occur in the Spring. Plus, they look like little bird’s nests – especially when made as thumbprints filled with tiny dollops of jam. And, they’re so simple to make – much easier than their finicky French cousins. read more >>
Filed Under: Baking, Cookies and Brownies, Gluten-free, Holiday Dishes, Quick and Easy, Recipes
