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    Published: Jul 1, 2015 · Modified: Dec 8, 2022 by Amanda Powell · This post may contain affiliate links.

    Macaroon Tarts with Ginger Coconut Whipped Cream and Pineapple

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    ginger coconut whipped cream macaroon tarts with pineapple

    What I love most about the blogging community is that you are able to form really great friendships with people who share your passion that you may not have otherwise met. Although I may talk to a few bloggers more than others, I have a special fondness for every blogger I've met during my journey. Zainab is one of the bloggers who will always have a special place in my heart.

    Macaroon bites with cooling coconut whipped cream and warming ginger

    When I first started blogging, she was one of the first people to subscribe to my newsletter and even reached out to me to let me know that she loved the food I was putting out. She is infinitely supportive and really knows her stuff. She is one of those people who is instantly likable and you just want to be her friend. So when I found out about her pregnancy, I was beyond thrilled for her and so honored to be asked to be a part of her baby shower event. (P.S. don't forget to check out all the other delicious goodies the other ladies baked up for Zainab at the bottom of this post!!)

    Macaroon tarts with ginger coconut cream and pineapple

    Zainab and I both share a love of all things coconut, so I spent a lot of time trying to come up with something that I felt was worthy of the Blahnik Baker and I feel as though this is something you might find on her blog. I love the contrast between the cooling coconut whipped cream and the warming spice from the ginger. The pineapple adds a welcome burst of sweetness.

    Macaroon tarts with ginger coconut whipped cream and pineapple

    Zainab, I am so happy for you and your growing family. I know you will be an amazing mother!

    ginger coconut whipped cream macaroon tarts with pineapple

    Macaroon Cups with Ginger Coconut Whipped Cream and Pineapple

    Amanda Powell
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 10 mins
    Total Time 25 mins

    Ingredients
      

    Macaroon Tart

    • 1 ½ cups unsweetened shredded coconut
    • 2 tablespoons sugar
    • 2 tablespoons light brown sugar*
    • pinch of salt
    • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 2 egg whites

    Filling

    • 1- 14 oz full fat coconut milk chilled completely**
    • 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
    • 2 ½ teaspoons freshly pressed ginger juice
    • ⅓ cup plus 2 tablespoons chopped pineapple

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly grease mini tart shells and set aside.
    • Mix together the ingredients for the macaroon tarts. Scoop rounded tablespoons of the coconut mixture into the tart shells and press into the bottom and sides. Place the shells on a baking sheet and bake for about 10 - 11 minutes until they begin to look golden at the edges. Set aside to cool completely.
    • Open the coconut milk and scoop out the hardened white milk solids from the can and place into a mixer. Add the powdered sugar and ginger juice. Whip until light and fluffy. (For the best flavor, chill the whipped cream overnight and re-whip when ready to serve. Fold in the pineapple.
    • Fill the macaroon tarts with the coconut whipped cream and serve.

    Notes

    *Can replace the light brown sugar with more granulated sugar**You should chill the canned coconut milk for at least four hours, preferably overnight.
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    Blahnik Shower Graphic {final}

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    ginger pineapple macaroon tarts

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    Comments

    1. Joanne Bruno says

      July 06, 2015 at 8:32 am

      Zainab really is the sweetest! And these little tarts are the perfect baby shower bites. If this were an in-person baby shower, I would probably eat twelve and only stop because someone would restrain me!

      Reply
      • Amanda says

        July 06, 2015 at 12:54 pm

        Zainab is the bestest!! The only reason I stopped eating them was because... well... I did eat them all... And I'm not sorry, gosh darn it!

        Reply
    2. Cate | Chez CateyLou says

      July 04, 2015 at 9:26 pm

      This is such a thoughtful and delicious treat! These little tarts look awesome!

      Reply
    3. Nora (A Clean Bake) says

      July 02, 2015 at 2:45 pm

      These little tarts are so cute, and I love the flavor combination!

      Reply
      • Amanda says

        July 03, 2015 at 6:33 pm

        Thank you!

        Reply
    4. Kayle (The Cooking Actress) says

      July 02, 2015 at 10:19 am

      these tarts are so pretty and look sooo tasty!

      Reply
    5. Kelly - Life Made Sweeter says

      July 02, 2015 at 7:13 am

      These tarts are SO beautiful, Amanda! The macaroon dough is such a great idea and I love the ginger in here. They're perfect for the shower! So happy we can celebrate Z and her family, she's the best!

      Reply
      • Amanda says

        July 03, 2015 at 6:34 pm

        Z really is the bestestest! Oh my gosh, the macaroon dough is addictive. I had a hard time stopping (okay, I ate all but one of the tarts, but that stays between you and me!)

        Reply
    6. Alice @ Hip Foodie Mom says

      July 01, 2015 at 11:58 pm

      Isn't Zainab the best?! She's the best kind of people!!! Amanda, I love these mini tarts!!!! Gorgeous!!!

      Reply
      • Amanda says

        July 03, 2015 at 6:35 pm

        Yes, Zainab is the bestest kind of person ever! (and I am so jealous cause you actually got to hang with her!)

        Reply
    7. Peabody (Culinary Concoctions by Peabody) says

      July 01, 2015 at 10:30 pm

      What a great idea for crust! Can't wait to try that.

      Reply
    8. Nancy [email protected] says

      July 01, 2015 at 9:50 pm

      What a perfect treat for a shower! These bite size tarts are gorgeous!

      Reply
    9. Zainab says

      July 01, 2015 at 8:18 pm

      Thank you Amanda!!! You are so sweet 🙂 And you are right, these tarts are amazing and so up my alley. Love all the great flavors going on!!

      Reply
      • Amanda says

        July 01, 2015 at 8:34 pm

        Zainab! I cannot wait to see your little one in less than a month (!!!) hopefully we will get a chance to meet up in real life one day. I would send you these tarts because they were amazing. I couldn't stop eating them!

        Reply
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