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Chewy Candy Cane MacaroonsπŸŽ„πŸ¦Œ (DAY 3 of 12 Days of Cookies)

Published 3 days agoΒ β€’Β 2 min read

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Hi Reader!

A fun twist on classic macaroons!

This foolproof recipe whips up the most perfect coconut macaroons. We then dip them in rich, dark chocolate (to balance the sweetness!) and finish with a festive coating of finely crushed candy canes.

The best part? The coconut macaroon base can be mixed and baked in under 45 minutes. They take no time at all.

I've included a heap of expert tips for making perfect meringue (one of my favorite things to do!) and for melting chocolate so you get professional results every time.

  • A Note on Timing: If you're adding the chocolate and peppermint, be sure to allow an extra hour for cooling and an additional hour for the chocolate to set.
  • Shipping/Freezing: These cookies can be frozen (see notes on the recipe page!). However, I wouldn't recommend the candy cane version for shipping as the crushed peppermint candy can begin to weep after several days. The plain or chocolate-dipped macaroons travel well!

Leave any questions on the recipe page and I'll get back asap. I hope you love this delicious, festive treat as much as we do!

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Toasted Almond Chocolate Chip Cookies

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"Following up on her acclaimed debut, The Cookie Book, writer, photographer, and recipe developer Rebecca Firth tackles cake in her new book. You may have trouble picking which recipe to start with: Chocolate Stout Cake with Champagne Buttercream or a tart, sticky Glazed Tangerine Donut Cake?”
― Epicurious, 25 New Baking Books for Cozy Fall Treats

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"Writer, photographer and queen of cookies, Rebecca Firth teases my sweet tooth and I am not mad about it. Love following her and her tempting creations and can't wait to see what she comes up with next."
―Tiffani Thiessen, actress and author of Pull Up a Chair
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