Coconut Macaroons

Ingredients

• 4 egg whites
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
• 2 cups shredded coconut
• 1/4 cup sifted all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon almond extract

Directions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

2. 2

   Line 2 baking sheets with waxed paper or foil.

3. 3

   Spray waxed paper or foil with vegetable cooking spray.

4. 4

   In medium mixing bowl, using an electric mixer set on high speed, beat egg whites with salt until frothy.

5. 5

   Gradually add confectioners sugar, beating until stiff peaks form.

6. 6

   Fold in coconut, flour, vanilla,& almond extract.

7. 7

   Using a pastry bag with a large star or using a tablespoon, pipe or drop about 1 tablespoon of batter per macaroon, 1 inch apart, onto prepared baking sheets.

8. 8

   Bake macaroons until just brown, about 20 minutes per batch.

9. 9

   Place baking sheets on wire rack, cool slightly.

10. 10

    Using spatula, transfer macaroons to rack and cool completely.

11. 11

    Serve or store in airtight containers.