Coconut Macarons

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 350 degrees F.
2. 2
   Place coconut, cornstarch, sugar, egg whites and extract in a heatproof bowl and mix well.
3. 3
   Set the bowl over a pot of boiling water (or use a double boiler). Heat, stirring until the mixture thickens, then remove from heat and set aside, about 4 minutes.
4. 4
   Scoop out macaroons, about a scant tablespoonful, and place on ungreased baking sheet.
5. 5
   Bake at 350 degrees F for 10 to 15 minutes or until lightly golden but still soft and chewy. Remove to a wire rack to cool.
6. 6
   If dipping in chocolate: Place chocolate in a small microwave-safe bowl and heat on HIGH power for 1 minute. Stir until smooth, microwaving in additional 15 second increments if needed. Then, dip bottoms of cookies in chocolate, allowing excess to drip back into bowl. Place on a parchment or waxed paper lined baking sheet in refrigerator to set.
7. 7
   Enjoy your dessert or snack!