The proper color for a macaroon is a matter of great controversy and personal taste. Snowy-white or toasted golden? As you can see by these pictures, I am a sucker for a well-toasted macaroon. I like to toast the coconut just slightly before even mixing it with the egg whites. Once baked, these turn a lovely golden color with a delicately crunchy shell and a deep coconut flavor.
If you prefer the classic white macaroons, skip the toasting step and keep an eye on your macaroons as they bake. At around 15 minutes, the tips will just be starting to turn golden, and that’s probably when you’ll want to pull them from the oven.
As a coconut lover, I’ve tried dozens of coconut macaroon recipes over the years — be it for the holidays or for friends who eat gluten-free. These are my favorite. Chewy and moist on the inside, crispy and golden on the outside, they are delicious plain but even more irresistible dipped in chocolate. They also keep well for days, which makes them the perfect cookie to make ahead or give as gifts during the holidays.