4.43 144 Published May 07, 2024 Once baked, they’re crispy on the outside with a tender and moist center. For this version I melted chocolate chips for dipping and drizzling, but the chocolate is totally optional. They’re 100% delicious without the chocolate as well, but everything is better with chocolate, am I right?! I love making these macaroons for Passover or Easter, but they’re delicious any time!
Why You’ll Love These Coconut Macaroons
Six ingredients – You only need 6 main ingredients to make these coconut macaroons! Healthy – These macaroons are the perfect healthier treat to enjoy whenever you’re craving something sweet. No egg whites, no sweetened condensed milk, no sweetened coconut and no refined sugar or flour in this recipe! Plus, one macaroon only has 4 grams of sugar! Perfect texture – They have the perfect chewy texture, while being crisp on the outside and moist on the inside. Allergen friendly – These bites are gluten-free, vegan and refined sugar-free, so are perfect for anyone with dietary or allergy restrictions.
Ingredients Needed
As I mentioned, you only need SIX ingredients to make these healthy coconut macaroons… minus the chocolate chips (which are optional, but highly recommended!). Here’s what you need:
unsweetened fine shredded/desiccated coconut – You have to use unsweetened fine or desiccated shredded coconut. This is super important because if you use the longer shreds, the macaroons won’t hold together and they’ll spread across the pan. I’ve found a couple brands that make fine shredded coconut that works perfectly including Let’s Do Organic or the Bob’s Red Mill fine shredded coconut. almond flour – make sure you grab almond flour, not almond meal! maple syrup – pure maple syrup is the perfect natural sweetener to use because it’s liquid. coconut oil – acts as a binder to help keep the macaroons together. You’ll want to measure your coconut oil in liquid form. vanilla – the perfect flavor enhancer. sea salt – brings all the flavors together. dairy-free chocolate chips – this is optional, but I love the macaroons with a chocolate drizzle. I love Lily’s chocolate chips for a low-sugar option and Enjoy Life dark chocolate chips for a dairy-free/soy-free option.
How to Make Healthy Coconut Macaroons
This recipe is easy peasy and pretty hands off! Here’s how to make it: Step 1: Stir together unsweetened shredded coconut, almond flour, maple syrup, coconut oil, vanilla and sea salt in a medium sized bowl. Step 2: Use a rounded Tablespoon or small cookie scoop to scoop batter onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 20-22 minutes. Once done baking, remove from oven and let cool. They will firm up as they cool so wait about 15 minutes or so before serving or dipping in chocolate. Step 3: If adding melted chocolate, add chips to a microwave safe bowl and heat for about 30 seconds and stir. If chips aren’t melted, heat for another 10 seconds or so. If the chocolate seems too thick after melting you can add a teaspoon of melted coconut oil to thin it out. Dip each macaroon into the melted chocolate and/or drizzle chocolate over each macaroon. Place macaroons in the fridge/freezer for 5-10 minutes to allow the chocolate to harden. After the chocolate has set your macaroons are ready to enjoy!
How to Store Coconut Macaroons
At room temperature: These macaroons can be left at room temperature in an airtight container for about 5 days. Just be careful as the chocolate could melt slightly depending on the temp of your house. In the fridge: This is my preferred method of storing to keep them nice and firm. Store your macaroons in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. In the freezer: These macaroons freeze well! To store in the freezer, place in a freezer-safe container or bag and store for up to 3 months. Let them thaw at room temperature or in the fridge before eating. They’re really hard straight from the freezer!
More Coconut Treats to Try:
Coconut Protein Balls 4-Ingredient Almond Coconut Cookies Chocolate Coconut Macaroons Trail Mix Coconut Butter Cups No Bake Coconut Quinoa Cookies Coconut Chocolate Chip Larabars
Be sure to check out all of my coconut recipes as well as the full collection of dessert recipes on EBF! This post was originally published on May 24, 2017 and republished on May 7, 2024.
