CRANBERRY MACAROONS

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A doily-lined tray piled high with these cookies never fails to draw exclamations of admiration from all who see them. Crunchy on the outside and chewy on the inside, the cookies have a wonderful taste and texture.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield About 4-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

4 egg whites
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
1 teaspoon almond extract
1-1/3 cups sugar
2 drops red food coloring, optional
1 cup sliced almonds, chopped
3/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/2 cup finely chopped dried cranberries
3 cups cornflakes, finely crushed

Steps:

In a large bowl, beat the egg whites, cream of tartar and almond extract on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in sugar, 2 tablespoons at a time, on high until stiff glossy peaks form. Add food coloring if desired. Fold in the almonds, coconut, cranberries and cornflakes., Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls 2 in. apart onto well-greased baking sheets. Bake at 325° for 20-22 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 59 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 43mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.