Then lightly toast the almonds until they start to turn golden. Remove from the pan and allow to cool
Meanwhile lightly toast the coconut until just turns golden - again, remove from the pan
Preheat the oven to 180C and line 2 baking trays with baking parchment
When the almonds have cooled chop into slivers or small pieces
Using an electric mixer on a medium setting, whisk the egg whites until you have stiff peaks
VERY slowly add the sugar one tablespoon at a time, whilst still mixing on a slow speed. This should take at least 10 minutes to add
Add the almond extract
Turn off the mixer and sprinkle over the toasted almonds and coconut 1 tablespoon at a time, folding after each one. Fold in VERY slowly
Use 2 teaspoons to measure out blobs of macaroons on the baking trays
Bake for 16 minutes
Remove from the oven and allow to cool on a wire rack
Eat the same day