Cocchini (Coconut Grated Cookies)

To prepare these delicious coconut meringues, the first step is to weigh the egg whites. It is important to consider the size of the eggs, as this can influence the amount of ingredients we will use later. Thus, if we have 3 large egg whites, we will add equal amounts of sugar and coconut, which will ensure a balanced taste and a perfect texture.

In a saucepan, we combine the egg whites with the sugar and place them over low heat, stirring constantly. This step is crucial, as we want to ensure that the sugar completely melts into the egg whites without turning them into an omelet. We stir with a spatula or a whisk, being careful not to let the mixture boil. After a few minutes of stirring, we will realize that the sugar has melted, and the mixture becomes homogeneous and slightly frothy.

Once we have obtained a well-bound mixture, we add the coconut flakes and carefully mix, ensuring that they are evenly integrated into the composition. It is time to preheat the oven to 200°C, an ideal temperature for baking the meringues. We prepare a tray, covering it with baking paper, and use a teaspoon to form small mounds of the mixture. It is important to leave enough space between them, as these meringues will slightly rise during baking.

After placing all the mounds on the tray, we put the tray in the oven and bake them for about 10 minutes, or until they become golden and browned at the edges. When we take them out of the oven, we need to be careful, as they are still delicate and can easily stick to the baking paper. We use a spatula to carefully detach them, keeping in mind that while they are warm, they have a crispy texture on the outside and soft on the inside.

After they cool down, the meringues become firmer, having a consistency similar to cookies. We can enjoy them as they are or use them as a base for various desserts, such as cakes or multi-layered pastries. This recipe is not only simple but also extremely delicious, offering us a perfect combination of flavors and textures that we will surely want to repeat. Experiment with different types of coconut or add chocolate for an extra flavor boost!

 Ingredients: 100 g egg white (about 3 eggs) 100 g granulated sugar 100 g dehydrated coconut (shredded, from a bag)

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