15 Coconut Macaroon Recipes to Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth

Chocolate-Dipped Coconut Macaroons

"Even first-time cookie makers can pull off super moist, tender, chewy macaroons," says Chef John. "Using sweetened condensed milk streamlines the operation and produces a very nice texture. Simple to make and easy to transport, these are the ultimate cookies to bring to any potluck."

Pina Colada Macaroons

Any day can feel like a day at the beach with these Pina Colada-flavored macaroons. Made with dried pineapple, flaked coconut, salted macadamia nuts, and rum extract, they taste uncannily like the classic tropical cocktail.

• How to Make a Pina Colada

Coconut Macaroon Brownies

In this decadent dessert recipe, a sweet and creamy coconut macaroon filling (made with coconut flakes and sweetened condensed milk) is sandwiched between two chocolate brownie layers.

Almond Macaroon Nests

How cute are these sweet little edible bird's nests? Topped with colorful chocolate-covered candies (such as peanut M&M's or Robin Eggs), this easy recipe will quickly become a springtime tradition in your family.

Coconut Macaroons

This top-rated recipe (it has more than 1,300 five-star reviews) has won many awards, according to recipe creator Kristil Kimbro Lyle. These classic five-ingredient cookies are as simple and delicious as it gets.

Divine Macaroons

You only need four cheap ingredients to make these aptly named macaroons: shredded coconut, sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, and almond extract.

Light and Fluffy Macaroons

"So easy to make and so delicious," raves reviewer Mariah A. "They were a huge hit at a recent dinner party. Only problem is that they're hard to stop eating."

Salted Caramel Coconut Macaroons

"Fill those thumbprints with caramel and a sprinkle of sea salt," says recipe creator thehungryscientist. "Gilding the lily? Maybe! But it might just be your new favorite."

Grandma's Cornflake Macaroons

"This recipe originally comes from my great-grandmother and has been handed down through four generations," says recipe creator AMYHAWK. "My Grandma Sally makes these almost every year for Christmas and it is one of my favorite Christmas cookie recipes."

Oatmeal Chocolate Coconut Macaroons

Chocolate lovers will adore these easy, no-bake cookies. Make with six kitchen staples (quick-cooking oats, shredded coconut, cocoa powder, butter, sugar, and milk) that you probably already have on hand.

Coconut and Marzipan Macaroons

These chocolate-dipped macaroons originated in the German city of Lübeck, according to recipe creator nch, which is famous for its marzipan. Ingredients like rum and lemon zest add a uniquely tasty flavor.

Farm Macaroons

These easy cookies have stood the test of time: "This is a recipe that we made on the farm in the 30s," says recipe creator Juanita Peek. "It is a delicious coconut macaroon."

Coconut Macaroons German-Style

The German macaroon, Kokosmakronen, is made with egg whites for a meringue-like texture and flavor. Quick and easy to make, they come together in about 20 minutes.

Portuguese Coconut Cakes (Bolos de Coco)

Whip these cookies up with just four ingredients: shredded coconut, sugar, eggs, and lemon zest. "My grams makes these sweet little treats all the time," says recipe creator drodrigues101. "Easy and quick."

Paleo Coconut Macaroons

"Paleo coconut macaroons are one of the simplest treats to prepare when you need a sweet recipe that's easy to make and only requires a few simple ingredients," says recipe creator Little Bites of Beauty. I enjoyed dipping these in a delicious cherry smoothie."