Lemon-Rosemary Macaroons

1. 1

   Pile the rosemary on a cutting board and sprinkle with 1 tablespoon sugar; finely chop, then transfer to a medium bowl.

2. 2

   Add the coconut, the remaining 1/3 cup sugar, the lemon zest, vanilla and salt.

3. 3

   Use your fingers to rub and toss the mixture until thoroughly combined.

4. 4

   Let sit at room temperature, 1 hour.

5. 5

   Position racks in the upper and lower thirds of the oven and preheat to 325 degrees F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.

6. 6

   Whisk the egg whites in a medium bowl until frothy.

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   Fold into the coconut mixture with a rubber spatula until combined.

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   Drop tablespoonfuls of the mixture about 1 inch apart on the prepared baking sheets.

9. 9

   With damp fingers, form each mound into a cone shape.

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    Bake, switching the pans halfway through, until the edges are golden and the macaroons are dry, 16 to 20 minutes.

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    Let cool 10 minutes on the baking sheets, then transfer to a rack to cool completely.

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    Photograph by Andrew Purcell

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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