Bite Size Coconut Macaroons

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350F Line baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. 2
   Place coconut into a food processor and pulse several times until finely chopped (into small rice size bits only).
3. 3
   In a large bowl, whisk together egg whites, sugar and salt until smooth.
4. 4
   Whisk in cornstarch and rum (or you can use vanilla).
5. 5
   Stir in coconut, making sure the entire mixture is an even consistency.
6. 6
   Drop by rounded teaspoons onto cookie sheet lined with parchment.
7. 7
   Bake for 15-20 minutes, until golden on the bottom and top.
8. 8
   Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire rack to cool completely.
9. 9
   Makes about 3 - 3 1/2 dozen.