Today we’re making a delicious and easy recipe: baby-friendly coconut macaroons! These soft and slightly crisp little bites are perfect for the whole family to enjoy.
Known in French as “rochers coco” or “congolais”, these coconut treats are made with shredded coconut, whipped egg white, and a little sugar. Their lightly crunchy outside and melt-in-the-mouth center make them a hit with babies, and grown-ups too!
Why from 11/12 months? Coconut is naturally high in fiber, which might be a bit tricky to handle for very young babies. But if your baby is already used to finger foods and different textures, you can absolutely give it a try earlier (especially if there’s no history of allergies, introducing coconut early is actually encouraged!).
In this version, the shredded coconut is gently folded into a fluffy egg white and just a touch of sugar. Note: sugar isn’t usually recommended before 12 months, but exceptions like this are fine when used sparingly in homemade treats. 🙂
Here’s what you’ll need to make these coconut macaroons (From 11 months):
Ingredients
For 6 coconut macaroons:
Baking the coconut macaroons
Pop them in the oven and bake for about 20 minutes. Keep an eye on them, they should be just lightly golden on the outside while staying soft and tender inside.
And that’s it! Let them cool down completely before offering them to your little one for snack time 🙂
Enjoy, baby!
Storage
In the refrigerator: Store the coconut macaroons in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
In the freezer: You can also freeze them and let them thaw at room temperature before offering them to your little one.
Frequently Asked Questions
My baby doesn’t like the fibrous texture of coconut. What can I do?
You can lightly blend the shredded coconut to make it finer and softer, which is more suitable for babies with texture sensitivities. You can also replace it with almond or hazelnut meal if your baby has no known allergies to these nuts.
Are these coconut macaroons suitable for babies with reflux (GERD)?
Coconut is generally well tolerated, but if your baby has reflux issues, start with a small amount to make sure they can digest it comfortably.
And for me, can I customize them as an adult?
Of course! I recommend dipping them in melted chocolate and letting them cool. It’s an extra-indulgent version that many adults absolutely love.
Any ideas for a side?
Serve these coconut macaroons with a few pieces of fresh fruit for a balanced and complete snack.
Coconut macaroons for babies and the whole family (From 11 months) was last modified: 23 April 2025 by
