No Bake Salted Caramel Coconut Macaroons Recipe
These no-bake salted caramel coconut macaroons combine the rich, buttery flavor of caramel with the chewy texture of shredded coconut, all topped with smooth melted chocolate and a sprinkle of sea salt. Quick to prepare and perfect for satisfying sweet cravings without turning on the oven, these treats are a delightful indulgence for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 24 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Macaroon Base
- 3 tablespoons (45ml) milk
- 6 tablespoons (84g) salted butter
- 1 bag Kraft caramels (11 oz bag, wrappers removed)
- 4-5 cups (288g-360g) shredded sweetened coconut
Chocolate Coating
- 4 ounces melting chocolate (such as almond bark)
- Sea salt, for sprinkling
Instructions
- Melt Caramel Mixture: In a large pot over medium heat, combine the milk, salted butter, and unwrapped caramels. Stir frequently to melt the mixture evenly, ensuring it does not boil. Continue until the caramel is completely smooth and melted.
- Incorporate Coconut: Add 4 cups of shredded sweetened coconut to the melted caramel and stir well to coat all the coconut evenly. Add additional coconut if needed until the mixture is well coated but not overly wet to avoid gooey macaroons.
- Scoop Macaroons: Using a spoon, scoop approximately 1 ½ tablespoons of the caramel-coconut mixture and place spoonfuls onto parchment or another nonstick paper, forming small mounds.
- Cool and Set: Allow the macaroons to cool completely at room temperature until firm enough to handle.
- Melt Chocolate: In a small bowl, melt the chocolate according to the package instructions until smooth and pourable.
- Dip and Garnish: Dip the bottoms of each macaroon into the melted chocolate. Place them back onto the parchment paper, drizzle extra chocolate on top, and sprinkle with a pinch of sea salt.
- Final Setting: Let the cookies sit until the chocolate hardens completely, then serve. Store at room temperature in an airtight container.
Notes
- Ensure the caramel mixture does not boil to prevent burning or grainy texture.
- Adjust the shredded coconut quantity to achieve the right consistency for easy spooning.
- Use good quality melting chocolate for the best flavor and smooth coating.
- Store macaroons in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
- For a gluten-free option, confirm the caramels and chocolate are gluten-free.