Kokostoppar

By Culiora

Kokostoppar

Classic Swedish coconut macaroons baked with shredded coconut, butter, eggs, and sugar for a rich flavor and crisp exterior. These cookies feature a moist, chewy center beneath a beautifully golden-toasted crust. A simple, gluten-free treat that comes together in no time.

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 175°C (conventional heat) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat and let it cool slightly.
  3. Whisk the eggs and granulated sugar in a bowl using a hand whisk until lightly frothy, about 1–2 minutes.
  4. Stir the vanilla sugar, grated lemon zest, salt, desiccated coconut, and melted butter into the egg mixture until thoroughly combined.
  5. Let the mixture rest for about 10–15 minutes at room temperature so the coconut absorbs the moisture and becomes easy to shape.
  6. Shape the mixture into about 15–18 pointed mounds using two spoons or damp fingers, placing them evenly on the parchment-lined baking sheet.
  7. Bake in the center of the oven for 10–12 minutes until the tips and edges turn a lovely golden brown. Allow to cool completely on the sheet to set.

Tips

  • Let the mixture rest for at least 10 minutes so the coconut absorbs the moisture, helping the mounds hold their shape much better in the oven.
  • Dip the bottoms of the cooled coconut macaroons in melted dark chocolate for an extra-decadent touch.
  • For even more depth of flavor, lightly brown the butter before adding it to the mixture.