Keto Almond and Coconut Macaroons with a Dark Chocolate Drizzle Recipe

Desserts
Gluten Free
Quick Easy
Snacks
Vegetarian
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Keto Almond and Coconut Macaroons with a Dark Chocolate Drizzle
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Description

These coconut macaroons offer a delightful balance of textures and flavors, perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings. Each bite delivers a soft, chewy interior with a delicate crispness around the edges, creating a truly enjoyable experience. The prominent flavor of coconut is beautifully complemented by a subtle hint of almond, adding depth and complexity to these simple yet elegant treats.

The macaroons are incredibly easy to prepare, requiring only a handful of ingredients and minimal effort. The base of the recipe involves whipping egg whites to stiff, glossy peaks with a sweetener, a crucial step that ensures the macaroons achieve their signature light and airy texture. Once the dry ingredients are gently incorporated, the mixture is ready for baking.

The finished macaroons can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. Their petite size makes them ideal as a light dessert after a meal, or as a sweet accompaniment to your afternoon tea or coffee. For an extra touch of indulgence, consider drizzling them with melted dark chocolate, allowing the rich, slightly bitter notes to contrast beautifully with the sweetness of the coconut.

These macaroons are best stored in an airtight container to maintain their texture. They will keep well at room temperature for a couple of days, or can be stored in the refrigerator for up to five days. Feel free to experiment with different variations to suit your personal preferences.

The dark chocolate drizzle can be customized with your preferred sweetener or cacao percentage to control the level of sweetness. For a vegan alternative, explore using aquafaba as an egg replacement to achieve a similar light and airy texture. These macaroons are a versatile and delicious treat that can be enjoyed by everyone.

Preparation Time

Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
20 min
Total Time
35 min

Nutrition Information

Per 1 piece serving
C
Calories
170 Kcal

C
Carbs
6 g
Fi
Fiber
2 g
Sugar
2 g

P
Protein
3 g

C
Fats
15 g
Saturated Fats 9 g
Unsaturated Fats 5 g

Cholestrol 20 mg
Sodium 15 mg
Potassium 50 mg
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Ingredients

    1.
    Raw egg, white
    Raw egg, white
    3 large
    2.
    Erythritol Granulated
    Erythritol Granulated
    0.75 cup
    3.
    Almond extract
    Almond extract
    1 tsp
    4.
    Salt, sea salt
    Salt, sea salt
    0.13 tsp
    5.
    Desiccated / Shredded Coconut (Unsweetened)
    Desiccated / Shredded Coconut (Unsweetened)
    1.25 cup
    6.
    Almond flour
    Almond flour
    0.25 cup
    7.
    Dark chocolate bar, sugar free
    Dark chocolate bar, sugar free
    0.25 cup
    8.
    Coconut oil
    Coconut oil
    2 tsp
    9.
    Vanilla extract
    Vanilla extract
    0.5 tsp

Instructions

    1.
    Preheat the oven to 350F/180C and line a baking tray(s) with baking paper. Separate the egg whites from the yolks and reserve the yolks for another dish. Place the egg whites in a bowl of a stand mixer with a whisk attachment. Add the Erythritol, almond extract, and sea salt. Whisk on high speed until stiff peaks form and have tripled in volume.
    2.
    Gently fold in the coconut and ground almonds with a spatula until loosely incorporated. Folding the dry ingredients rather than stirring will help retain the air in the mixture giving the macaroons the lightness.
    3.
    Spoon the mixture into equal-sized balls, about 1 tablespoon per serving. Place on the baking tray and bake in the middle of the oven for 15-20 minutes or until lightly golden on top. Remove from the oven and allow to cool.
    4.
    Place the dark chocolate and coconut oil in a glass or metal bowl over a saucepan with 1-inch of water (bain-marie or double boiler). Take care not to let water touch the bottom of the bowl as this will burn the chocolate. Bring the water to a simmer and let the chocolate melt to a silky smooth consistency.
    5.
    Generously drizzle the melted dark chocolate over the macaroons. Leave to cool at room temperature or in the fridge for the chocolate to set. You can also dip the base into the chocolate for another variation.