Chocolate Candy Macaroon Cookies

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This is a divine little treat! You can use just about any small candies, chocolate chips, or even gumdrop minis (okay, so that's not chocolate, but still yummy). Makes a great easter treat to add to baskets or decorate a serving table. Also try this with candy bars chopped in small pieces. Where's that snickers bar??? note: since the first review in june 2009, i have revised the recipe and it works now. :)

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Steps

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Preheat oven to 350 degrees fahrenheit.

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Combine flaked coconut , sweetened condensed milk , almond extract , and salt in a large mixing bowl.

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Gently fold beaten egg whites into the coconut mixture until well incorportated.

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Using your palms , surround each m&m candy piece firmly with coconut mixture.

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Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

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Alternatively , you can use greased mini muffin pans , or regular sized muffin pans for larger candy pieces.

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Simply fill 2 / 3 of the way with coconut , then push candy piece down into the center , but not all the way to the bottom.

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Cover with a bit more coconut mixture.

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Also , you could use an 8x8 pan , half coconut mixture , then candy pieces , then remaining coconut mixture.

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Bake , cool , and cut into bars.

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Bake for 12-14 minutes or until edges are very lightly browned.

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Ingredients

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flaked coconut, sweetened condensed milk, almond extract, salt, egg whites, candies