Nanny's Macaroons
14 oz bag of sweet coconut flakes
1 can (14 oz) Sweetened Condensed Milk
2 teaspoons vanilla
food coloring / sprinkles if wanted (nuts, cherries, chocolate chips, sugar crystals...)


Combine all ingredients, mixing well. Drop from teaspoon 1 inch apart on a PARCHMENT LINED baking sheet. Decorate if desired.
Bake at 350 for 10-12 minutes until lightly browned (watch them!!)
If on parchment, can remove when cooled. If not, remove while warm. Makes about 5 dozen