Chocolate Macaroons (no-bake)
Chocolate Macaroons (no-bake) is a classic for good reason — (480 g) white sugar does most of the work, and the method is approachable enough for a weeknight. A hot pan and a little patience give you the kind of colour and texture that makes this dish. Scroll down for the ingredients, the step-by-step method, and answers to the questions we get asked most about it.
- Cook 20 min
- Total 20 min
- Serves 20
- Level Easy
Ingredients
- 2 cup (480 g) white sugar
- ½ cup (120 g) margarine or butter
- 1 cup (240 ml) milk
- 1 tsp (5 ml) vanilla
- ½ cup (60 g) cocoa
- 3 cup (300 g) oatmeal
- 1 cup (75 g) coconut
Method
- Place the bottom half of a double boiler on the stove to heat.
- Place a large metal mixing bowl on top of the boiler. Melt the margarine/butter in this bowl.
- Add the white sugar, and whisk until dissolved.
- Whisk in the milk.
- Whisk in the cocoa, breaking up lumps first.
- Remove from heat, take to preparation area.
- Using a rubber spatula, thoroughly mix in coconut and oatmeal. There should be no dry sections.
- Portion onto pan and let set.
Tips for the best Chocolate Macaroons (no-bake)
- Rest the finished dish for a few minutes before serving — it lets the flavours settle and the texture firm up.
- Use a kitchen scale for the dry ingredients if you have one — baking is less forgiving than cooking.
- Do not crowd the pan. Cook in batches if needed so everything browns instead of steaming.
- This is a 8-step recipe, so set up your workspace in the order the steps use it.
Variations
- Spicier version: add a pinch of chilli flakes or a sliced fresh chilli with the aromatics.
- Vegetable boost: stir in a handful of spinach, peas or diced peppers in the last few minutes of cooking.
Serving ideas
Best with fresh berries on the side and a little whipped cream.
Storage
Keeps in an airtight container at room temperature for 2–3 days, or refrigerated for up to a week. Most versions freeze well for 2 months.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Chocolate Macaroons (no-bake) take to make?
About 20 minutes in total — roughly under an hour of preparation and 20 minutes of cooking.
How many people does this Chocolate Macaroons (no-bake) recipe serve?
As written it serves 20. The quantities scale up or down in a straight line, so double everything for 20×2.
Can I make Chocolate Macaroons (no-bake) ahead of time?
You can prep all the ingredients a day ahead and keep them covered in the fridge, then cook just before serving for the best texture.
Is this Chocolate Macaroons (no-bake) recipe medium to make?
It is rated medium: 7 ingredients and 8 steps. Follow the order and the tips above and it is very forgiving.
Adapted from Wikibooks Cookbook, CC BY-SA 4.0 — source
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