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Chocolate Coconut Macaroons

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Chocolate coconut macaroons are an easy cookie that takes just minutes to prepare. No mixer, just a little stirring, and your macaroons are ready for the oven!

macaroons on a serving plate with a dish of chocolate behind them

 

Hello hello! Who’s ready for some coconut-y goodness? (If your hands aren’t raised then I don’t even know who you are anymore. Just kidding. Sort of.)

These chocolate coconut macaroons are insane. They’re super quick to make—even quicker if you skip dipping them in chocolate—and so yummy. Soft and chewy on the inside, a little crispy on the outside, and really easy to eat, these macaroons are delicious!

And all you need are a few basic ingredients, one bowl, and a spatula to make them. Could dessert get easier?

Why you’ll love these chocolate coconut macaroons:

  • You only need six ingredients to make them
  • No mixer required!
  • The recipe is easily doubled if you’re baking for a crowd

Ingredient list

All you need to make these chocolate macaroons is:

  • Sweetened condensed milk
  • Cocoa powder
  • Vanilla extract
  • Salt
  • Sweetened flaked coconut
  • Chocolate chips

And like I said above, you can totally skip dipping the macaroons in melted chocolate, so you don’t even HAVE to have the chocolate chips.

A lot of recipe for coconut macaroons call for beaten egg whites but I think that’s too fussy so this recipe is totally egg-free.

How to make macaroonshow to make chocolate coconut macaroons

  • Stir sweetened condensed milk, cocoa powder, and a couple other ingredients in a bowl until smooth
  • Fold in the coconut
  • Scoop onto baking sheets and bake
  • Once the macaroons are cool, dip the bottoms in melted chocolate

AND THAT’S IT! These taste like a candy bar but way, way better.

Notes:

  • Be sure you use sweetened condensed milk, not evaporated milk. They’re very different and your macaroons will not set up without sweetened condensed milk
  • Sift your cocoa powder before using if it’s lumpy or you could end up with lumps of cocoa powder in the final product
  • I like to use Baker’s cocoa powder, which is available in most grocery stores. Trader Joe’s cocoa powder is another good option
  • I also like to use Baker’s coconut, called Baker’s angel flake
  • If you wanted, you could drizzle melted chocolate on top of the macaroons and even top that with an almond (to resemble one of my fave candy bars ever)

How to store your cookies

Uneaten chocolate coconut macaroons can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for 3 or 4 days.

Use parchment paper or wax paper in between layers of cookies. 

I don’t recommend freezing these.

What kind of coconut should I use?

As long as it’s sweetened flaked coconut, the brand doesn’t really matter. My favorite is Baker’s angel flake because it’s always really moist (sorry for that word) and flavorful.

Just don’t use unsweetened coconut. The macaroons will lack flavor and won’t set up properly.

A few more recipes you might enjoy:
Coconut Custard Pie
Chocolate Coconut Bars
Brownie Mix Cookies
Lemon Coconut Cake

chocolate macaroons stacked on a plate
Did you make these chocolate macaroons? That’s awesome! Let me know what you think with a comment and a rating below. Then post a pic on IG–tag @theitsybitsykitchen so I can see your delicious creations!

5 from 11 votes
chocolate macaroons stacked on a plate
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Chocolate Coconut Macaroons
Prep Time
18 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
28 mins
 

These chocolate macaroons are easy to whip up, requiring just one bowl and no mixer. If you love chocolate and coconut then you'll love these!

Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 28
Author: Kelsie
Ingredients
  • 1 14-ounce can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder sifted if it’s lumpy
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 5 1/2 cups sweetened flaked coconut*
  • 3/4 cup chocolate chips melted
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees. Line 2 large baking sheets with parchment paper, spray the parchment with cooking spray, and set aside.
  2. Stir together the condensed milk, cocoa powder, vanilla, and salt until smooth. Fold in the coconut until thoroughly combined.
  3. Shape into balls of about 2 tablespoons of the mixture and arrange on the prepared baking sheets 2 inches apart.
  4. Bake 10 to 12 minutes, until the coconut is beginning to brown on the outside of the macaroons (you’ll have to look closely at the cookies to see the browning).
  5. Use a thin metal spatula to transfer the macaroons to a wire rack to cool completely.
  6. Once the cookies are cool, dip the bottom of each macaroon in melted chocolate and set on parchment paper until the chocolate sets. (You can pop them in the fridge to set the chocolate quickly if you want.)
  7. Uneaten cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for 3 or 4 days.
Recipe Notes
  • *One (14-ounce) bag of coconut is about 5 1/2 cups.
  • Be sure you use sweetened condensed milk, not evaporated milk. They’re different and your macaroons will not set up with evaporated milk
  • I like to use Baker’s cocoa powder, which is available in most grocery stores. Trader Joe’s cocoa powder is another good option
  • I also like to use Baker’s coconut, called Baker’s angel flake but any brand of sweetened coconut should work
  • You can make the macaroons bigger than 2 tablespoons if you want, but the baking time will increase
  • If you wanted, you could drizzle melted chocolate on top of the macaroons and even top that with an almond (to resemble one of my fave candy bars ever)

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Comments

  1. annie@ciaochowbambina says

    February 18, 2020 at 12:08 pm

    5 stars
    Oh my! These just made my day!! Love the addition of cocoa powder! Perfetto!!

    Reply
  2. Ben @ Havocinthekitchen says

    February 18, 2020 at 9:34 am

    5 stars
    I am always ready for some coconut-y goodness, if you’re asking. And I never can reject a good chewy yet soft macaroon (I am not a monster, after all!) It’s an awesome twist on coconut candy bars like bounty. Delightful!

    Reply
  3. Milena Perrine says

    February 15, 2020 at 5:21 pm

    My goodness, you do know how to tease! I love, love, love how you actually have chocolate inside the macaroons. And then of course you must dip them. This recipe is happening. As soon as everyone else leaves the house I will be on it. Hopefully will be done devouring most of what I bake before they’re back:)

    Reply
  4. Leanne says

    February 15, 2020 at 10:22 am

    5 stars
    Aside from chocolate and PB, chocolate and coconut is my fave combo! Love macaroons. They come together easily and quickly. I need to give these a try soon! Pinning!

    Reply
  5. Carlee says

    February 14, 2020 at 10:14 am

    I don’t know why I don’t make more macaroons, they are so easy and so good. Your chocolate version looks extra amazing!

    Reply
  6. Katherine | Love In My Oven says

    February 13, 2020 at 2:34 pm

    5 stars
    As you already know, I’m a chocolate FIEND! These sound so amazing Kelsie. Chocolate and coconut is a fantastic combination! I’ll take a dozen please. Happy Valentine’s Day to you my friend!! XO

    Reply
  7. Christie says

    February 13, 2020 at 1:53 pm

    5 stars
    I love this recipe for your Chocolate Coconut Macaroons! They look so good and i bet the texture is just amazing!

    Reply
  8. Alexandra @ It's Not Complicated Recipes says

    February 13, 2020 at 1:51 pm

    5 stars
    Perfect with my morning coffee – love these chocolate bites!

    Reply
  9. Gemma @ MakeupMuddle.com says

    February 13, 2020 at 1:27 pm

    5 stars
    I love macaroons, but add chocolate and I’m there! They sound delicious! xo

    Reply
  10. Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen says

    February 13, 2020 at 8:05 am

    5 stars
    I want to reach into my screen and just grab one Kelsie! Chocolate and coconut has to be one of my most favorite flavor combination! So excited to try these!

    Reply
  11. Cheyanne says

    February 13, 2020 at 7:43 am

    5 stars
    I love love love all things coconut, so these are calling my name! I can’t believe how easy these are to make!!! Craaaazy! I’m thinking I need to whip these up for Valentine’s day together! They would be so cute arranged in a heart shaped box – like little chocolates! But better because homemade!! Love these!

    Reply
  12. Kelly @ Kelly Lynn’s Sweets and Treats says

    February 13, 2020 at 7:41 am

    Oooohhh I have never seen these made in a chocolate variety!! These look so yum Kelsie!

    Reply
  13. David @ Spiced says

    February 13, 2020 at 5:55 am

    5 stars
    “Uneaten chocolate coconut macaroons.” I don’t understand that term. I mean it’s nice that you give us the full picture and say how long these would last…but let’s be real. Does anyone actually expect them to last that long!? Well done, Kelsie. Nice, easy dessert that still has a great wow factor!

    Reply
  14. Dawn - Girl Heart Food says

    February 13, 2020 at 5:41 am

    5 stars
    I love macaroons and love chocolate and coconut together so clearly these are made for me!! They look super good, Kelsie! They’d be perfect for Valentine’s day with a glass of vino 🙂 Happy weekend ahead, my friend!

    Reply

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