Instructions: Beat the egg whites until stiff, add the sugar gradually, then the vanilla, coconut, nuts and last the flakes, being careful not to crumble the flakes.

Drop by spoonfuls on buttered pan and bake in moderate oven until macaroons are delicate brown.

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