There was a big election in France.  I don’t know the particulars, other than the lady Nazi didn’t win, and that the man who did loves him some cougar-town…and that okay won over evil.  That Justin Trudeau is happy, which somehow makes me feel slightly less alone, and also that the entire world isn’t completely ignorant…just most of it.

Anyway, I thought I’d share a macaroon recipe that French people would find just a little bit gross.  Which, being both an American and Brit, I am.

Macron Macaroons

• 1 cup shredded, unsweetened coconut
• 1 T coconut flour
• 1/2 cup plus 2 T coconut milk
• 3 T honey or maple syrup
• 1/4 t vanilla extract

1. Preheat the oven to 180c/350f.
2. Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
3. Combine all ingredients in a saucepan.
4. Heat the mixture on high and simmer for two minutes or until thickened so that it is firm enough to scoop out in ball shapes.
5. Remove from the heat. Scoop into balls onto the baking sheet.
6. Place in the oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes. Check every few minutes so they don’t get burned.
7. Remove from the oven once cooked and transfer to a wire rack and wait until completely cool before removing.
8. These are good enough for my brother, but maybe not anyone else.