Meringue Recipes - Australian Macaroons Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 large egg whites

• 1/8 tsp salt

• 3/4 cup/150 g granulated sugar

• 1 1/2 cups/185 g shredded coconut

• 1 cup/100 g coarsely chopped macadamia nuts

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Method:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F/180°C/gas 4. Butter a cookie sheet.

2. Beat the egg whites and salt in a large bowl with an electric mixer at medium speed until frothy.

3. With mixer at high speed, gradually add the sugar, beating until stiff, glossy peaks form.

4. Use a large rubber spatula to fold in the coconut and macadamia nuts.

5. Drop teaspoons of the mixture 1 inch (2.5 cm) apart onto the prepared cookie sheet.

6. Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until lightly golden. Transfer to racks to cool.