This easy Coconut Macaroons recipe has so much coconut flavor and they are just the thing for speedy holiday baking. These are a Christmas and Easter staple around my house!Disclosure: This post includes affiliate links. See the rest of Food Folks and Fun’s disclosure policy here.I love macaroons—there’s something about the crispy, caramelized coconut and sugar on the outside and the soft, gooey coconut on the inside that simply makes them irresistible! There are only 6 ingredients in this macaroon recipe; it’s so simple and delicious that it’s ridiculous!What is the ...
How to Toast Coconut
Have you ever wondered how to toast coconut? Well, learn how in this post! I'll show you how to toast coconut on the stovetop and in the oven! My methods work great for shaved coconut, and shredded coconut - both sweetened and unsweetened!Disclosure: This post for How to Toast Coconut includes affiliate links. See the rest of Food Folks and Fun’s disclosure policy here.Similar to toasting nuts, toasting coconut is one of those extra steps in a recipe that just elevates the entire dish. It's so easy to do and it's my go-to garnish for fruity desserts and even rice!From this ...
Coconut Rice
This amazing Coconut Rice recipe is so simple to make and it’s so versatile, too. It’s the perfect side dish for any Asian or tropical main dish. This Coconut Milk Rice is savory and slightly sweet and so addicting!Disclosure: This post for Coconut Rice recipe includes affiliate links. See the rest of Food Folks and Fun’s disclosure policy here.Something magical happens while the rice is cooking. The coconut cream that is in the coconut milk will caramelize during cooking, and it will leave sweet brown caramelized flecks in the rice. This is my FAVORITE part of the ...
Coconut Cupcakes with Coconut Swiss Meringue Buttercream
These coconut cupcakes are tender and packed with delicious coconut flavor coming from the cream of coconut, coconut extract, and toasted coconut. The frosting is a delicious and not-too-sweet Coconut Swiss Meringue Buttercream. Disclosure: This post for Coconut Cupcakes includes affiliate links. See the rest of Food Folks and Fun’s disclosure policy here. Anytime I make cupcakes for an event or party, I always make standard-sized cupcakes and also mini ones as well. For little kids a standard-sized cupcake with a ton of frosting can be a bit overwhelming and usually not all of it gets ...
Coconut Cupcakes with Chocolate Swiss Meringue Buttercream
Coconut Cupcakes with Chocolate Swiss Meringue Buttercream? Yep, you heard me right. :) Coconut and chocolate are one of my all-time favorite combinations. Think Coconut Macaroons dipped in chocolate or this popcorn. I often send treats into work with my hubby and this week I wanted to make a bit of a different holiday treat seeing we are in the Christmas season and all.The cupcakes are light and airy so I didn't want to weigh them down with heavy buttercream, so I opted for a Swiss meringue buttercream instead. That was So the right move for these cupcakes!Cook's ...
Chocolate Drizzled Coconut Macaroon Popcorn – Holiday desserts with #KraftEssentials
Disclosure: For the holidays as part of a sponsored post for Collective Bias® I made some holiday desserts, Chocolate Drizzled Coconut Macaroon Popcorn, using #KraftEssentials to give to family and friends for the holidays. #shop #cbiasPantry staples like Bakers Chocolate, Bakers Coconut, and Jet-Puffed Marshmallows are a must especially when you have the sudden urge to whip up a holiday treat like my Chocolate Drizzled Coconut Macaroon Popcorn and other holiday desserts.When you need to stock up on baking essentials, Walmart has made it easy by including everything you need ...