Coconut Nest Cookies

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Coconut Nest Cookies
45 min.
20
71kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with these delightful Coconut Nest Cookies, a perfect dessert that caters to various dietary needs. Whether you're gluten-free, dairy-free, or following a low FODMAP lifestyle, these cookies promise to satisfy your cravings without compromising your dietary preferences. With just 71 calories per serving, you can enjoy a guilt-free treat that will leave you longing for more.

These charming cookies not only look whimsical with their nest-like design but also burst with the tropical flavor of sweetened shredded coconut and a hint of dark rum or vanilla. Their airy meringue texture is a result of perfectly whipped egg whites, creating a light and chewy bite that contrasts beautifully with the colorful egg-shaped candies nestled on top. Perfect for spring celebrations, festive gatherings, or simply as a delightful treat for any occasion, they are sure to impress your friends and family alike.

With a preparation time of only 45 minutes, you can whip up a batch of 20 servings to share or enjoy as a snack throughout the week. Baking at a low temperature ensures a gradual drying process, allowing for that perfect crust while maintaining a soft and chewy center. So, grab your mixing bowl and whisk, and let’s get baking these irresistible Coconut Nest Cookies that will have everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon cream of tartar 
  • teaspoon rum dark
  • large egg whites at room temperature
  • 20 servings gourmet jelly beans egg-shaped
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.8 cup sugar 
  • 1.5 cups coconut dried shredded sweetened

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • whisk
  • blender

Directions

  1. Cut two pieces of cooking parchment to fit two 10- by 15-inch baking sheets. With a pencil, draw 10 evenly spaced 2-inch circles on each piece of parchment.
  2. Place each, marked side down, on a baking sheet.
  3. In a large bowl or the bowl of a standing mixer, with a hand-held mixer or the standing mixer's whisk attachment, beat egg whites and cream of tartar at high speed until foamy.
  4. Add salt and beat until stiff peaks form, 2 to 4 minutes. Gradually add sugar, beating mixture until sugar has dissolved completely (rub a little between your fingers to check; if it feels gritty, sugar is not dissolved) and mixture is glossy, thick, and very billowy, 2 to 5 minutes. Beat in rum, then gently fold in coconut.
  5. Mound mixture in 3- to 4-tablespoon portions in marked circles. Using a spoon, make a shallow depression in the center of each so it resembles a nest.
  6. Bake cookies in a 250 regular oven (convection not recommended) until light golden, about 1 hour, switching pan positions halfway through baking. Turn oven off, leaving cookies inside, and let stand until dry and firm to the touch, about 2 hours longer.
  7. Remove from oven and let cool completely on sheets, then peel off parchment.
  8. Set candies or jelly beans in each nest.

Nutrition Facts

Calories71kcal
Protein5.05%
Fat30.26%
Carbs64.69%

Properties

Glycemic Index
4.25
Glycemic Load
5.24
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.0234782679573%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:70.55kcal
3.53%
Fat:2.43g
3.74%
Saturated Fat:2.12g
13.28%
Carbohydrates:11.69g
3.9%
Net Carbohydrates:11.39g
4.14%
Sugar:11.15g
12.38%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:58.31mg
2.54%
Alcohol:0.08g
100%
Alcohol %:0.48%
100%
Protein:0.91g
1.83%
Manganese:0.17mg
8.43%
Selenium:2.5µg
3.58%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.87%
Fiber:0.31g
1.22%
Copper:0.02mg
1.18%
Potassium:40.22mg
1.15%
Magnesium:4.12mg
1.03%
Source:My Recipes