Wholesome Coconut Macaroons 🥥
These wholesome coconut macaroons are a delightful, healthy treat that's keto-friendly and gluten-free. Made with shredded coconut, egg whites, and a sugar-free sweetener, they are easy to bake and perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings. Optionally drizzled with sugar-free dark chocolate for an extra touch of indulgence!
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment Paper
- Large Bowl
- Hand Mixer
- Rubber Spatula
- Medium cookie scoop
Ingredients
- 2 large egg whites at room temperature
- 1/3 cup Besti Monk Fruit Allulose Blend or other granulated sugar-free sweetener
- 1 tsp vanilla extract or a mix of vanilla and almond
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
- 2 cups unsweetened shredded coconut fine flakes work best for texture
Optional Chocolate Drizzle
- 2 ounces sugar-free dark chocolate chips your favorite kind
- 1/2 tbsp coconut oil for chocolate drizzle
Instructions
- Start by preheating your oven to 325°F (163°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. This makes cleanup a breeze!
- In a large bowl, beat the room temperature egg whites with a hand mixer until they form stiff peaks that hold their shape. When you tilt the bowl, they shouldn't move.
- Slowly add your Besti sweetener, a tablespoon or two at a time, while continuing to beat. Then, mix in the vanilla extract and sea salt until well combined.
- Carefully fold in the shredded coconut using a rubber spatula. Be gentle to keep those airy egg whites fluffy and prevent them from deflating!
- Scoop tall, rounded mounds of the coconut mixture onto your prepared baking sheet using a medium cookie scoop. Don't press them flat; we want that lovely tall, chewy texture!
- Bake for about 13-18 minutes, or until the macaroons turn a beautiful golden brown on the edges. Let them cool completely on the sheet before moving; this is key for them to set properly.
- If you're adding chocolate, gently melt the sugar-free chocolate chips with coconut oil until smooth. Drizzle or dip the cooled macaroons, then chill them in the fridge for 20-30 minutes until the chocolate hardens. Enjoy your healthy, delightful treat!
Notes
Feel free to adjust the amount of sweetener to your preference. Fine flakes of shredded coconut will give the best texture.
Nutrition Information (per serving):
- Calories: 92
- Total Carbs: 3.9g
- Net Carbs: 1.3g
- Fats: 8.8g
- Protein: 1.6g
