Cherry Limeade Macaroons

Directions

1. 1
   For the macaroons, mix together the egg whites, sugar, vanilla, almond extract and salt until well combined.
2. 2
   Add in the coconut and stir until coated evenly.
3. 3
   Drop tablespoons of coconut mixture onto a cookie sheet that's been lined with aluminum foil, greased, and floured.
4. 4
   Using wet hands to prevent sticking, push your thumb into each pile and carefully form an indention in each cookie.
5. 5
   TIP: You can push the edges back in around your thumb as you go to make sure the cookie holds it shape.
6. 6
   Place the macaroons in the oven at 350°F for 8 to 10 minutes or until the tips of the cookies begin to turn golden brown
7. 7
   Pull them out and allow them to cool completely.
8. 8
   While the macaroons are cooling, grab up the cream cheese, sweetened condensed milk, lime zest, lime juice, and vanilla. Whip it up with a mixer until smooth.
9. 9
   Drop tablespoons of the cream cheese mixture into the cooled macaroons. Top with a marachino cherry. Store in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
10. 10
    TIP: Dry your marachinos in a paper towel before putting them on the macaroon so the juices don't run into the filling.