Lime & Gin Coconut Macaroons Recipe

Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Bake Time: 15 Minutes per Batch + Cooling
Makes: 2 1/2 Dozens

Ingredients:
- 4 Egg Whites
- 2/3 Cup of Sugar
- 3 Tbsp. of Gin
- 1 1/2 Tsp. of Grated Lime Peel
- 1/4 Tsp. of Salt
- 1/4 Tsp. of Almond Extract
- 1 Pkg. (14 oz) of Flaked Coconut
- 1/2 Cup of All-Purpose Flour
- 8 oz. of White Baking Chocolate; melted

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350F. In a small bowl, whisk the first six ingredients until blended. In a large bowl, toss coconut with flour; stir in egg white mixture.

2. Drop by tablespoonfuls 2 inches apart onto greased baking sheets. Bake 15 to 18 minutes or until tops are light brown. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool completely.

3. Dip bottoms of macaroons into melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip off. Place on waxed paper; let stand until set. Store in an airtight container.

Bon Appetit!