Step 1

Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.

Step 2

In a large bowl add the coconut, sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract stirring until evenly combined.

Step 3

Place the egg whites and salt in the bowl of your stand mixer (a regular bowl and hand mixer will work too) fitted with the whisk attachment. Beat the egg whites until medium peaks form. DO NOT OVER BEAT.

Step 4

Gently fold the egg whites into the coconut mixture. Use a medium cookie scoop, or 2 tbsp of coconut mixture and place the balls on the parchment lined baking sheet at least 2 inches apart.

Step 5

Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until lightly golden brown.Remove from baking sheet immediately to a cooling rack. Let cool completely.