CHERRY ALMOND MACAROONS

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A colourful sweet treat for Christmas from and old Robin Hood pamphlet.

Provided by Elaine Douglas @BreadandSoupLady

Categories     Cookies

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 - eggs, separated
1/4 teaspoon(s) salt (1 ml)
1 1/2 cup(s) granulated sugar (375 ml)
3 cup(s) coconut, flaked (750 ml)
1 1/2 cup(s) all purpose flour (375 l)
1 1/2 cup(s) *chopped red or green candied cherries (375 ml)
1 1/2 teaspoon(s) almond extract (7 ml)
*MAY SUBSTITUTE 1 1/2 C. SLIVERED ALMONDS OR A MIXTURE OF ALMONDS AND CHERRIES FOR THE 1 1/2 C. CHOPPED CHERRIES

Steps:

  • Beat egg whites and salt in a small mixer bowl until foamy. Gradually add sugar and beat until very stiff, about 4 minutes.
  • Beat egg yolks in a large mixing bowl. Stir in coconut. Add flour, cherries and extract; mix well.
  • Stir in egg white mixture thoroughly. Mixture will be very stiff.
  • Drop by tablespoonfuls onto greased baking sheets. Bake at 350 degrees F. (180 C.) for 10 - 15 minutes, or until set and edges are very light golden.

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